Nikil Jonathan
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At V3Cars, Nikil adds a heritage-driven voice to the editorial team. He reminds readers of the timeless value of cars with character.
Beyond cars, Nikil also enjoys vintage cameras and turntables. His love for analog machines reflects his appreciation for craftsmanship and attention to detail, whether it is in automobiles or other passions.
Nikil adds a classic touch to V3Cars’ editorial team. His fascination with vintage cars and analog machines gives his writing a sense of timeless appreciation.
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1597 Articles
January 07 2026
2026 Volkswagen Tayron Teased Ahead Of Launch
Volkswagen India have teased the upcoming Tayron SUV for the first time. Essentially a 3-row version of the Tiguan, the Tayron is expected to launch in the first half of 2026. We expect Volkswagen to release more teasers in the coming weeks...
January 07 2026
2026 Mahindra XUV 3XO EV Launched At Rs. 13.89 Lakh; Deliveries To Start On Febr...
Mahindra have launched the 2026 XUV 3XO EV with a starting price of Rs. 13.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The XUV 3XO EV effectively replaces the XUV400 in Mahindra’s electric SUV lineup and is positioned as a direct rival to the Tata Nexon E...
January 06 2026
Exclusive: Hyundai Prime HB Has 3 Different Ex-Showroom Prices Depending On Your...
At the end of 2025, Hyundai officially entered the commercial mobility space with the launch of its dedicated taxi models – the Prime HB hatchback and Prime SD sedan. These cars are based on the Grand i10 Nios and Aura respectively. H...
January 06 2026
2026 Mahindra XUV 7XO Launched At Rs. 13.66 Lakh – Full Variant-Wise Prices An...
The Mahindra XUV700 has received its first-ever facelift ever since it was launched in August 2021. Mahindra have launched the XUV700 facelift, which is now called the XUV 7XO, at a starting price of Rs. 13.66 lakh (ex-showroom). In this ar...
January 06 2026
2026 Tata Punch Facelift Revealed Ahead Of January 13 Launch
Tata Motors have officially revealed the 2026 Punch facelift ahead of its launch on January 13. This marks the first major update for Tata’s popular small-SUV since its debut in 2021. It brings with it a comprehensive update to the de...
January 05 2026
2026 Hyundai Creta Electric Smart 42kWh Variants Discontinued
Hyundai have quietly updated the variant lineup of the Creta Electric for the 2026 model year, discontinuing all Smart variants equipped with the smaller 42kWh battery pack. Until recently, buyers could opt for the Creta Electric 42kWh in m...
January 05 2026
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Updated For 2026; Base Petrol-AMT Variant Now Costlier
Hyundai India have quietly updated the brochure for the Grand i10 Nios for 2026. The new brochure points to multiple changes across variants and powertrain combinations. While Hyundai are yet to make an official announcement regarding these...
January 05 2026
Scoop: Maruti Suzuki Car Prices To Increase From January 15
Maruti Suzuki car prices are likely to see a noticeable hike from January 15, as the carmaker prepares to roll back the additional discounts it had offered last year following the GST rate reduction on passenger vehicles.
January 05 2026
2026 Punch Turbo Petrol Teased; Tata’s Small SUV To Finally Get More Power
Tata Motors have released yet another teaser for the 2026 Punch facelift. This time around, Tata have teased a turbo petrol engine option for the 2026 Punch SUV. This marks the first time the Punch will be offered with a turbo petrol engine...
January 03 2026
2026 Tata Punch Facelift Teased Ahead Of January 13 Launch
Tata Motors have released the first teaser for the upcoming Tata Punch 2026. First launched in October 2021, Tata Motors’ small SUV is set to receive a comprehensive styling update. Based on the teaser, we can confirm that the Punch f...
January 02 2026
2026 Hyundai Venue HX5 Plus Variant Launched; HX4 Gets Feature Updates
Hyundai have added a new HX5 Plus variant to the 2026 Venue variant lineup. The HX5 Plus variant is offered with Hyundai’s 1.2L normal petrol engine with a 5-speed manual transmission. Priced at Rs. 10 lakh (ex-showroom), the new HX5 ...
January 02 2026
2026 Kia Seltos Launched At Rs. 11 Lakh – Full Variant-Wise Prices
The Kia Seltos 2026 is now officially on sale with a starting price of Rs. 11 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings for the second generation SUV began on December 11 for a token amount of Rs. 25,000. Kia have confirmed deliveries of the new Seltos ...
December 30 2025
Hyundai Launch Prime HB And Prime SD For Taxi & Fleet Market
Hyundai India have officially entered the commercial mobility segment with the launch of their dedicated taxi-focused offerings – the Prime HB hatchback and Prime SD sedan. With this move, Hyundai aim to tap into the growing demand fr...
December 29 2025
2026 Tata Safari – Variant-Wise Powertrain Options
The Tata Safari has finally gained a petrol engine option! Tata Motors are now accepting bookings for the 2026 Safari petrol, which comes equipped with the same 1.5L turbo petrol engine that made its debut in the new Sierra 2026. We expect ...
December 29 2025
2026 Tata Harrier – Variant-Wise Powertrain Options
The Tata Harrier has finally gained a petrol engine option! Tata Motors are now accepting bookings for the 2026 Harrier petrol, which comes equipped with the same 1.5L turbo petrol engine that made its debut in the new Sierra 2026. We expec...
December 26 2025
Upcoming Cars In January 2026 - Seltos, Harrier & Safari Petrol, Gravite, Duster...
The Indian automotive industry is set to kickstart the new year with pomp and fervour as brands are lining up a slew of launches for January 2026. Among the upcoming cars in January 2026 are all-electric SUVs, all-new generation of popular ...
December 24 2025
Tata Sierra EV, Updated Punch EV And Avinya EV Confirmed For 2026
Tata Motors have achieved a major milestone in India’s electric vehicle journey, with cumulative EV sales crossing the 2.5 lakh mark. Tata Motors currently account for roughly two-thirds of all passenger electric vehicles sold in Indi...
December 24 2025
2026 Kia Seltos Production Begins; Prices To Be Announced On January 2
Kia India have officially started production of the 2026 Seltos at their Anantapur manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh. Kia have confirmed that prices of the new Seltos will be announced on January 2, 2026.
December 23 2025
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz Scores 1-Star Safety Rating From Global NCAP
The Maruti Suzuki Ciaz has received a 1-star rating for adult occupant protection and a 3-star rating for child occupant protection in the latest Global NCAP crash tests. The midsize sedan scored 20.86 points out of 34 in adult safety and 2...
December 23 2025
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Scores 3-Star Safety Rating From Global NCAP
The 2025 Celerio has secured a 3-star safety rating from the Global NCAP. The Maruti hatchback, which now offers 6 airbags and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) as standard, scored a 3-star rating for adult occupant protection and a 2-star...
