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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
1161 Articles
July 11 2023
July 2023 - Hyundai Exter Petrol, CNG Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Hyundai Exter petrol or CNG you should buy based on the ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the E...
July 07 2023
2023 Kia Seltos Facelift Variant-Wise Expected Price Calculation With Logic
In this article, we’ll estimate the ex-showroom prices of the Kia Seltos 2023 and explain the logic behind our calculations. Considering the complex variant lineup and variant missing in some powertrain configurations, I’ll firs...
July 06 2023
MG Motor Announce A Nationwide Service Camp (Press Release)
MG Motor India have declared its yearly Service Camp to benefit their customers. The camp will take place all over India from July 4 through July 18 at all authorised MG service centres.
July 06 2023
Bharat NCAP May Initiate Crash Tests From October 1st
The much-awaited Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP) crash test regulations are set to be activated from October 1, 2023, as indicated by Autocar Professional. India plans to enforce car safety star ratings starting October 1,...
July 03 2023
Tata Motors To Hike Prices From July 17; Price Protection For Bookings Made Till...
Tata Motors recently announced that they are going to increase the prices of their passenger cars by an average of 0.6% with effect from July 17, 2023. However, they also claim to offer price protection to buyers who book the car before the...
July 03 2023
2023 Tata Nexon - Is It A Facelift Or A Generation Change?
There’s little confusion about the upcoming new Tata Nexon 2023 as most of the media outlets are calling it a facelift — V3Cars included. Then why, Mahesh, are you even answering a question that’s on nobody’s mind? I...
July 02 2023
Tata Frest Trademark Registered - Could Be Curvv ICE, Creta Rival
Tata Motors recently registered the Frest trademark with Intellectual Property India. Rumours suggest that this could be the name for their upcoming Curvv-based C-segment SUV with petrol and diesel engine options. If this turns out to be tr...
July 02 2023
FICCI Electric Mobility Forum - Comments From Joint Secretary MHI
A few weeks ago, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) organised a forum on the topic of electric mobility. The body aimed to bring forward and discuss the challenges and opportunities the electric mobility provider...
July 01 2023
GNCAP Star Ratings & Vehicle Safety Simplified #SafetyBeyondStars
In this article, we’ll provide a comprehensive overview of GNCAP (Global New Car Assessment Program) and its crash testing procedures. The article explains how GNCAP chooses, tests, and rates cars, emphasising the importance of safety...
June 25 2023
Skoda Kushaq Lava Blue Colour Discontinued
Skoda India have silently discontinued the Kushaq C-segment SUV’s Lava Blue colour option. After this move, the 2023 Skoda Kushaq is now only available in 5 colours.
June 23 2023
Skoda Slavia Anniversary Edition No Longer On Sale
Skoda India launched the Slavia Anniversary Edition in April 2023 with a new colour option and a few cosmetic add-ons. Skoda have now discontinued the special edition variant of the Slavia. Read on to know the full list of features the Slav...
June 21 2023
Honda Announce A Nationwide Monsoon Check-Up Camp (Press Release)
Honda Cars India are currently hosting their monsoon service camp. From 19th to 30th June 2023, customers have the opportunity to visit Honda’s authorised dealership nationwide and benefit from the services and benefits available. Dur...
June 18 2023
Why No Top Variant (XZ+ OS) In Tata Altroz Turbo?
Tata Motors recently launched the Altroz CNG to their portfolio. The Altroz CNG offered a few new variants with a sunroof. While the same made it to the list of normal petrol variants, the turbo petrol and turbo diesel powertrains didn&rsqu...
June 16 2023
Updated: Maruti Invicto 3-row MPV Expected Price Range (Hycross Rival) With Logi...
In this article, we’ll estimate the ex-showroom price range of the upcoming Invicto MPV (previously Engage) — Maruti’s new 3-row MPV to rival the Mahindra XUV700, Tata Safari and Toyota Innova Hycross. We’ll explain ...
June 15 2023
June 2023 - Skoda Slavia Petrol Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
In this Skoda Slavia variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Skoda Slavia petrol you should buy based on the ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse ...
June 15 2023
Maruti Suzuki Convey The Strength Of Their Diversified Strategy At FICCI Electri...
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) recently organised an Electric Mobility roundtable in New Delhi. Maruti Suzuki sponsored the event and Mr. Rahul Bharti represented India’s largest carmaker at the forum...
June 12 2023
BMW M2 India Launched At Rs. 98.0 Lakh; Gets A Manual And Automatic
BMW India recently announced the prices of their smallest M-series sportscar — M2. They’ll bring it to Indian buyers via the full import route and it costs Rs. 98.0 lakh (ex-showroom). Unlike the M4, which gets and opinion...
June 12 2023
Mercedes-Benz G-Class G 400d SUV Prices Announced — Bookings Open
Mercedes-Benz announced the prices of their flagship G-Class SUV with a diesel powertrain. The G 400d comes with a 2.9L turbo diesel engine with an inline 6-cylinder layout. It’s available in Adventure Edition and AMG Line flavours.
June 09 2023
CEO Of Switch Mobility Suggests Ways To Push EV Adoption, Usage, Cut Emissions
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) recently organised an Electric Mobility roundtable in New Delhi. At the forum, one of the key speakers, Mahesh Babu, CEO of Switch Mobility, shared the company’s view to...
June 09 2023
Maruti Suzuki To Reveal Nexa Engage 3-Row SUV (Toyota Hycross Rival) On July 5
Maruti Suzuki just announced that they’re about to reveal their flagship, 3-row SUV on July 5, 2023. While they neither confirmed the name nor did they say anything about its ties to the Toyota Innova Hycross, it’s fairly easy t...
