Marek Drives
S01:E04 - 2026 Lexus ES: Luxury EV With Some Strange Compromises
Marek DrivesS01:E01 - 2026 Toyota RAV4: Better Than the Chinese Competition?
The sixth-gen Toyota RAV4 brings smarter tech, improved handling and strong hybrid efficiency, but with cheaper Chinese SUVs closing in, is it still worth the premium?
S01:E02 - Inside the 2026 Beijing Auto Show: China’s Wildest New Cars
Marek explores Beijing’s biggest debuts, from lookalike luxury SUVs to 1.5L hybrids, 1,000-hp monsters and surprisingly affordable tech shaping China’s car market.
S01:E03 - 2026 Jetour T2: The Budget Range Rover Defender Rival?
The Jetour T2 mixes rugged looks, surprising off-road ability and a premium-feeling cabin for far less than a Defender, but where does the low price start to show?
S01:E04 - 2026 Lexus ES: Luxury EV With Some Strange Compromises
The new Lexus ES is quiet, quick and beautifully built, but missing features, buried controls and even fake gear shifts make this luxury EV a surprisingly odd package.
S01:E05 - Kia EV4: The Electric Hatchback Volkswagen Should Fear?
The Kia EV4 delivers huge rear space, premium comfort and excellent ergonomics, but slower charging, dull dynamics and ambitious pricing make the competition tempting.
S01:E06 - 2026 Volvo EX60: 500 Miles of Range and Ultra-Fast Charging
Volvo’s new EX60 brings up to 810 km of range, 800V charging, huge cabin space and clever tech, but can it stand out in a rapidly crowded electric SUV class?
S01:E07 - 2026 Volkswagen T-Roc: VW Finally Gets Its Groove Back
Bigger, sharper and surprisingly fun to drive, the new T-Roc brings better tech, improved comfort and hybrid power, but can VW justify its premium price?
S01:E08 - DS No. 8: French Luxury, Style Over Substance?
The DS No. 8 mixes striking design, long EV range and clever suspension with awkward tech, poor seats and steep pricing. Is this French flagship truly premium?