About
At V3Cars, Mahesh turns this lens into clear and engaging reports. He uncovers telling details, evaluates cars beyond the obvious and brings fresh angles to automotive conversations so readers learn to appreciate the charm of machines that deserve more attention.
Over the years Mahesh has built a keen eye for spotting vehicles that punch above their weight. His appreciation for clever engineering, value-driven design and inventive thinking shapes how he evaluates products and helps him surface stories others miss.
Mahesh wears the all-rounder hat at V3Cars, blending writing and motor vehicles — cars as well as motorcycles — into a single passion. He is drawn to compact, quirky and underrated machines that are full of character and a few lovable annoyances. It is no surprise that the Multix, Nano, Comet, Windsor and Navi rank high on his list of favourites.
List of article by Mahesh Yadav
1110 Articles
March 14 2024
#FirstSpot: Tata Nexon Gets AMT In Smart Plus, Pure, Pure S; Automatic Now Start...
As if the Nexon’s number of variants wasn’t long enough already, Tata added 5 more to the list. They have recently introduced lower Smart Plus AMT automatic along with Pure and Pure S for Nexon petrol buyers. The Nexon diesel bu...
March 12 2024
2024 MG Comet EV: Top 5 Changes (March Feature Update)
MG Motor India recently changed the names of Comet EV’s variants and added 2 new variants. Besides the usual changes you have read so far, here are 5 most important changes you need to know about the 2024 MG Comet EV.
March 08 2024
Exclusive: Maruti Alto K10 CNG, Celerio CNG, Spresso CNG Production Paused For M...
According to our sources with knowledge of the matter, Maruti Suzuki have stopped production of the Alto K10 CNG, Celerio CNG and Spresso CNG in March 2024. Among cars with the 1.0L CNG powertrain, only the WagonR 1.0L CNG will remain in pr...
March 08 2024
#FirstSpot: Mahindra Thar, Scorpio Classic Get Darker Stealth Black Colour, Napo...
A source within Mahindra recently brought to our attention that starting March 2024, Mahindra have removed the Napoli Black exterior colour of the Thar and Scorpio Classic and replaced it with Stealth Black. This is a darker shade of b...
March 04 2024
#FirstSpot: Tata Tigor Gets Cruise Control In XZ Plus Top Model
Along with the launch of the Tigor CNG-automatic powertrain, Tata also introduced the cruise control feature in the top-model of the Tigor petrol. So far, among Tigor’s rivals, the Maruti Dzire, Hyundai Aura and Honda Amaze already of...
March 04 2024
#FirstSpot: Tata Tiago, NRG Get Cruise Control In XZO Plus, XZ Plus Variants
Along with the launch of the Tiago CNG-automatic powertrain, Tata also introduced the new XZO Plus variant. This is a more affordable version of the XZ Plus top model. This new XZO Plus and the top variant of the Tiago now also get cruise c...
February 28 2024
February 2024 - Kia Sonet Petrol Facelift Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the new Kia Sonet petrol facelift you should buy based on the ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the...
February 25 2024
Tata Punch EV Variant Removed From Website, Dealer Says It’s On Sale
Removing the Punch EV Empowered Plus Medium Range from Tata Motors’ website suggests that it is discontinued. But dealers have confirmed to us that it’s on sale and in their most recent price lists. It’s still very much po...
February 22 2024
Thar Armada Rival - Force Gurkha 5-Door Spotted; Looks Production Ready
The Force Gurkha 5-door was recently spotted again in the Ladakh region. Automobile manufacturers often test their vehicles in all kinds of environments. Testing in the foothills of the Himalayas helps them make sure that the vehicle remain...
February 20 2024
Exclusive - Hyundai Creta N Line To Get Manual Transmission With Both Trims
According to the type certification document, Hyundai will bring the N8 and N10 variants and both are likely to get the manual as well as DCT automatic transmission. It’s still possible that Hyundai may not launch the N Line manual wi...
February 16 2024
February 2024 - Tata Safari Diesel Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the 2024 Tata Safari diesel you should buy based on the ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the new S...
February 14 2024
World Radio Day - How US Lawmakers Are Saving Your Car Radio
In the event of unavoidable natural calamities like floods, earthquakes and hurricanes or completely avoidable manmade disasters like wars and riots, AM and FM radios form the backbone of the communications. They help guide people to ...
February 14 2024
Tata Motors — The Only Mainstream SUV Maker With No 4WD In Portfolio — Opini...
While we have gotten used to pseudo SUVs posing as SUVs, manufacturers still find it critical to have at least one car in their portfolio with 4WD. At least having it as an option makes even their crossovers SUVs more appealing to the buyer...
February 09 2024
Feb 2024 - Hyundai Creta Facelift Petrol Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Hyundai Creta petrol you should buy based on the ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features, ownership experience and value for money. Here we compare and objectivel...
February 05 2024
2024 Tata Nexon CNG Expected Price Calculation - #WithLogic
In this article, we’ll estimate the ex-showroom prices of the variants of Tata Nexon, which are most likely to get the CNG powertrain.
February 03 2024
2024 Tata Tigor CNG-Automatic (AMT) Expected Price Calculation - #WithLogic
In this article, we’ll estimate the ex-showroom prices of the variants of Tata Tigor, which are most likely to get the CNG powertrain with the AMT automatic transmission.
February 02 2024
2024 Tata Tiago CNG Automatic (AMT) Expected Price Calculation - #WithLogic
In this article, we’ll estimate the ex-showroom prices of the variants of Tata Tiago, which are most likely to get the CNG powertrain with the AMT automatic transmission.
January 26 2024
Why New Maruti Nexa Baleno Is 65kg Heavier? - Official Response
With the help of a leaked brochure, we discovered well ahead of the launch of the new Baleno that it’s heavier than the outgoing model by as much as 65kg. We guessed that this gain may have come from the increased sheet metal thicknes...
January 15 2024
2024 Kia Sonet Facelift Expected Vs Actual — Price Reaction
In this article, we’ll take a look at the Kia Sonet’s launch prices and compare them with our expected prices to see how close (or off) we were from our expected prices. This will help us better understand Kia’s pricing st...
January 06 2024
Grab A Hyundai Car At Old Prices; Rate Hike Imminent
We recently reported about the upcoming Hyundai cars price hike in January 2024. Now, we’ve learned that Hyundai are clearing up inventory at old, December 2023 prices. Once that is under control, they will increase the prices in Janu...
