Brian Makse
Brian Makse isn't your typical car guy. He's a professionally obsessed speed addict who's won championships and piloted machines that spark pure excitement. With a racing background hard-earned through lessons learned at the limits and sometimes beyond, he's spent more time sideways on racetracks than most spend in office chairs.
His YouTube channel is an authentic dive into driving, narrated by someone who can mock himself while breaking down performance with surgical precision. He's owned racing teams and driven supercars worth more than most homes, but he'll be the first to admit he's never outgrown his fascination with speed.
Expect unfiltered insights from someone who knows cars so well he can laugh at his own expertise — and hopefully make you laugh along the way.
Brian Makse
We need to settle a debate from this week's review.
The Vistiq Premium Luxury trim is $93,000. For that money, you get a chassis that defies physics (air springs + adaptive dampers + rear steer). But you also get a shifter wand that feels like it came out of a Chevy Blazer (which it kinda does).
Question: If you're spending nearly $100k on a three row family hauler, what matters more to you?
A) The Engineering: "I don't care about the plastic shifter if the suspension is world class."
B) The Touchpoints: "If I pay $93k, I want it to feel like $93k every time I touch it."
If you haven't seen the shifter rant yet, watch the full review here ⬇️
https://youtu.be/ibRD77MJgns
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This 2026 Cadillac Vistiq weighs 6,326 lbs. That is heavier than a Ford F-150.
I took it into a snowstorm this week to see if the electronics could cheat physics. Spoiler: They couldn't.
The full review drops at tomorrow at 6:30am Eastern. I found a specific flaw in the "One-Pedal" driving software that every owner needs to know about before winter hits.
Set your notifications. You don't want to miss this one.
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Thinking about buying a classic Mercedes R107? Be careful. The plastic timing chain guides turn into confetti around 100,000 miles. If they go, the engine goes with them. I break down the "Shopping List of Doom" and why this might still be the best-engineered car ever built in our latest video. Link ➡️ https://youtu.be/tfxeI_7W0nQ
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Modern luxury is software updates and touchscreens. 1987 luxury was casting an engine block so robust it could outlast civilization. This Saturday, we drive the R107 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL. Turns out that it's not review. It’s a eulogy for over engineering.
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Is the IS 500 a future classic or just an old chassis with a body kit?
We found some specific ownership realities you need to know about before signing the papers, including why the front bumper likes to separate from the fender and why you need to budget $1,500 for tires immediately.
This isn't just an exhaust sound compilation. This is the truth about living with the last naturally aspirated V8 sport sedan.
Full review live now @ https://youtu.be/pfYQChpkAXE
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Today, we drove the clinical perfection of the BMW M340i. It does everything right.
Tomorrow, we are driving a dinosaur. It’s ancient, heavy, and the transmission is slow. But after 500 miles, this 472hp fossil might be the smartest dumb purchase you can make in 2025.
The full breakdown of the Lexus IS 500 Ultimate Edition drops at 6:30am Eastern. Turn on notifications.
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"The BMW M3 is a weapon. This is a partner."
That’s the conclusion we reached after a week with the 2026 M340i 50 Jahre Edition.
The M3 demands you pay attention every single second. It's stiff, loud, and serious. The M340i? It lets you relax on the commute...but as you can see, it still rotates the moment you ask it to.
If you missed this morning's episode, we discuss why this partner beats the weapon in the real world (and why saving $12,000 never felt so good).
Watch the full winter test here: https://youtu.be/yLuynr65HpA
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We just finished testing the 2026 BMW M340i 50 Jahre Edition. Here is the math:
It costs ~$12,000 less than a base M3.
It has the same Merino Leather (in this spec).
It has the B58 engine (bulletproof) vs the S58 (high maintenance).
It rides better on public roads.
Is there ANY logical reason to buy the M3 as a daily driver or is it purely ego? Video drops tomorrow.
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Poll: Is the "Hybrid" badge the new "Sport" badge?
We just finished testing the 2025 Accord Touring Hybrid, and the numbers are uncomfortable for die-hard turbo fans.
- 1.5L Turbo: 192 lb-ft torque (with turbo lag)
- Hybrid: 247 lb-ft torque @ 0 RPM (Instant response)
The Hybrid is quicker point-to-point, smoother in traffic, and saves you ~$1,500/year in fuel.
Yet, most enthusiasts still won't admit they want one.
Be honest. If you were buying a daily driver today, which powertrain are you choosing?
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Buying Advice: 2025 Honda Accord Hybrid
If you are looking at the top-spec Touring trim, I need you to pause for a second.
You are about to pay $4,300 extra for features that actually make the car worse to drive.
The Touring Trap: The 19-inch wheels look great, but they ruin the ride quality and lower your fuel economy by 4 MPG compared to the EX-L.
The Smart Buy: The EX-L trim gets 48 MPG, rides smoother on 17-inch wheels, and keeps $4k in your pocket.
In our latest deep dive, we break down the math, and show you the 200,000-mile reliability data that proves this powertrain is the real deal.
Watch the full breakdown here: https://youtu.be/ksCQReIOesM
Question: Would you pay $4,300 just to get Google Maps built into the dash, or would you stick with CarPlay and the cash? 👇
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