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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
1099 Articles
November 26 2022
Safest Sedans Under Rs. 10 Lakh
If the SUV bug is yet to bite you and you still prefer your cars low and long, then this list is for you. Here are the 2 safest GNCAP-tested sedans you can buy for under Rs. 10 lakh. After all, there’s something elegant about that pro...
November 25 2022
Toyota Innova Crysta Removed From Official Website
After the Urban Cruiser, Toyota have now removed the Innova Crysta from their official website. It’s unclear at the moment if the body-on-frame Innova Crysta will make a comeback with a rebadge or not. If it doesn’t, then we sho...
November 22 2022
EV Range To Differ 10 - 12% Depending On Driver - Ravi Panga (Causis Group)
At the Financial Express Electric Mobility Summit 2022, Ravi Panga, Director and CEO of Causis Group, brought to the forum an interesting observation from their testing. According to Ravi, the driving style can impact the range of an electr...
November 20 2022
3-speed Transmission A Good Fit For EVs - V Ramanathan (ZF Group)
At the Electric Mobility Summit 2022 organised by Financial Express, V Ramanathan, highlighted that a 3-speed transmission is a good fit for electric vehicles to improve their efficiency and usability. Ramanathan is the head of commercial v...
November 19 2022
Sharing - Key To Improving Electric Car Usage And Adoption (Electric Mobility Su...
At the Electric Mobility Summit 2022, organised by Financial Express, top panel members unanimously agreed that ‘sharing’ is the key to accelerating electric vehicle adoption, penetration and usage. The electric mobility think t...
November 08 2022
Low Budget Cars And SUVs With Best Ground Clearance Under Rs. 6.0 Lakh
If you have to frequently ride over big speed breakers or rough roads, then you need a car with high ground clearance. We’ve curated a list of 6 cars that offer the best ground clearance and come with an ex-showroom price tag of under...
November 06 2022
Best Low Budget Cars With High Ground Clearance Under Rs. 5.0 Lakh
Even on a shoestring budget of less than Rs. 5.0 (ex-showroom), you can buy a car with high ground clearance. Here are 2 cars with a ground of 180mm or more and an ex-showroom price of Rs. 5.0 lakh or less.
November 06 2022
Opinion - Hyundai, Kia’s Mini SUV White Space Analysis
After receiving a confirmation from Hyundai, we had reported in 2021 that the Casper won’t come to India. However, our analysis revealed that Hyundai still have a big white space in their portfolio to rival the Punch, Ignis, C3, Tiago...
November 01 2022
Top 7 Safest Petrol Cars In India - GNCAP Tested
We have curated a list of 7 petrol-powered cars with the best GNCAP safety score. The carmakers have started giving safety a much higher priority than they did a few years ago. And the results speak for themselves. Last year, we only had 3 ...
October 30 2022
Top 7 Safest Diesel Cars In India - GNCAP Tested
With only a handful of diesel cars left in the market, there are not enough options for buyers looking to buy a safe car for frequent highway driving, low fuel costs and high torque output for relaxed cruising. Here are the top 7 safest die...
October 28 2022
Top 5 Safest SUVs/Crossovers Under Rs. 10.0 Lakh - Ex-Showroom
If safety, road presence and high ground clearance are your top priorities, then here are the 5 safest crossovers/SUVs for under Rs. 10.0 lakh (ex-showroom).
October 28 2022
Top 4 Safest Hatchbacks You Can Buy In India
SUVs are all the craze lately, and manufacturers are cashing in by selling overpriced, oversized crossovers, which are no more capable than a good-old hatchback. So, while everyone is shelling out for the SUVs, it’s your chance to lap...
October 25 2022
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles - Pros And Cons
As you already know that the international community is pushing for alternative fuels to limit climate change and get a handle on pollution. Among the options the Indian government is considering are hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, EVs or elec...
October 23 2022
Electric Vehicles - Pros And Cons
As you already know that the international community is pushing for alternative fuels to limit climate change and get a handle on pollution. Among the options the Indian government is considering are electric vehicles, EVs or electric cars ...
October 22 2022
Flex Fuel Vehicles - Pros And Cons
As you already know that the international community is pushing for alternative fuels to limit climate change and get a handle on pollution. Among the options the Indian government is considering are flex fuel vehicles, EVs or electric cars...
October 18 2022
Volkswagen Rajdhani - New Sales, Service And Spares Outlet Inaugurated In Wazirp...
Volkswagen recently added another dealership to their list of touchpoints. The latest one, called Volkswagen Rajdhani, opened up in Wazirpur, New Delhi and will offer sales, service and spares for Volkswagen customers and car owners.
October 10 2022
October 2022 - MG ZS EV Electric SUV Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?
In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the MG ZS EV electric SUV you should buy based on the ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the 2022 ZS...
September 28 2022
Here’s Why Maruti Grand Vitara Hybrid Is More Expensive Than Toyota Hyryder Hy...
In this article, we’ll try to find out why the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara hybrid variants are more expensive than the comparable variants of the Toyota Hyryder with the hybrid powertrains. Along with that, we’ll also analyse whe...
September 26 2022
Mahindra Likely To Source Batteries From BYD For Next-Gen EVs
When Mahindra showcased their new range of EVs on August 15, 2022, they also announced that they will use Blade and Prismatic batteries for this lineup. It’s worth noting that the Blade batteries are also a variation of prismatic form...
September 24 2022
MG Astor Vs Mahindra XUV700 5S Price, Engine Specs, Dimensions Comparison
In this MG Astor vs Mahindra XUV700 5S comparison, we’ll look at the variant-wise prices, engine specs and dimensions to help you decide which car you should buy.