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Brandon Turkus

Brandon Turkus,

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Articles by Brandon Turkus

Design BMW Design Boss: Why Do EVs Need To Look Different?

BMW Design Boss: Why Do EVs Need To Look Different?

Head of BMW Brand Design Domagoj Dukec doesn’t understand automakers adopting EV-specific design language.
By Brandon Turkus 24 May 2023
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Interview Rolls-Royce CEO: Order A Spectre Now, Take Delivery In 2025

Rolls-Royce CEO: Order A Spectre Now, Take Delivery In 2025

Positive demand for the “emotional,” all-electric, not-a-Wraith successor is leading to wait times beyond the company’s 15-month target.
By Brandon Turkus 21 May 2023
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Ghost Autonomy Wants to Use Smartphone Cameras to Crack Autonomous Driving

Ghost Autonomy Wants to Use Smartphone Cameras to Crack Autonomous Driving

Affordable smartphone cameras are great for selfies and maybe Level 3 autonomy.
By Brandon Turkus 11 May 2023
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First Drives 2023 Microlino First Drive Review: A Little Nostalgia Goes A Long Enough Way

2023 Microlino First Drive Review: A Little Nostalgia Goes A Long Enough Way

The cuddly shape can’t hide some weaknesses, including a lofty price and a max speed of just 56 mph.
By Brandon Turkus 25 April 2023
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Auto Shanghai 2024 Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV Revealed In All Its Two-Tone Glory

2024 Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV Revealed In All Its Two-Tone Glory

The first ultra-luxury all-electric SUV packs 649 hp while enhancing every aspect of the EQS experience.
By Brandon Turkus 17 April 2023
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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV First Drive Review: Mostly In The Middle

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV First Drive Review: Mostly In The Middle

With the $79,000 EQE SUV, Mercedes applies its flagship EV platform to a far larger and more important segment than ever before and lands dead center.
By Brandon Turkus 04 April 2023
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2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 First Drive Review: New Shape, Same Cookie

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 First Drive Review: New Shape, Same Cookie

Hyundai’s goal of avoiding “cookie-cutter cars” for the Ioniq 6 has resulted in a unique shape that doesn’t taste that much different.
By Brandon Turkus 03 April 2023
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Official 2024 Kia EV9 Revealed As Electric Telluride In First Official Images

2024 Kia EV9 Revealed As Electric Telluride In First Official Images

The three-row design, which includes second-row captain’s chairs that can rotate 180 degrees, closely resembles the EV9 concept.
By Brandon Turkus 14 March 2023
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News Hyundai Kona N Electric May Be On The Way

Hyundai Kona N Electric May Be On The Way

If the upcoming Ioniq 5 N registers with consumers, it could push Hyundai to introduce a smaller high-performance EV.
By Brandon Turkus 06 March 2023
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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Review: Standing Out And Blending In

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Review: Standing Out And Blending In

A traditional SUV body feels like a natural complement for the EQS’ all-electric powertrain and sumptuous luxury.
By Brandon Turkus 03 March 2023
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2022 Mercedes-AMG EQS Review: Very Good Bad Deal

2022 Mercedes-AMG EQS Review: Very Good Bad Deal

The 649-horsepower AMG EQS is attractive on paper and luxurious in real life, but the added performance isn’t worth the exorbitant price.
By Brandon Turkus 09 February 2023
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Industry Bollinger Motors Files Patent Infringement Suit Against UK Startup Munro

Bollinger Motors Files Patent Infringement Suit Against UK Startup Munro

The official legal complaint also accuses Munro designer Ross Compton, a former Bollinger contractor, of violating his non-disclosure agreement.
By Brandon Turkus 01 February 2023
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Interview Lamborghini: “Not The Right Time” For EV Supercar

Lamborghini: “Not The Right Time” For EV Supercar

Chief Tech Officer Rouven Mohr says EV technology isn’t where Lamborghini wants it to be for an electric supercar, even if there is a market for it.
By Brandon Turkus 30 January 2023
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2022 GMC Hummer EV Review: Call Of The Road

2022 GMC Hummer EV Review: Call Of The Road

With 1,000 horsepower, a 329-mile range, and a 350-kilowatt peak charge rate, does the Hummer EV work on a road trip?
By Brandon Turkus 17 January 2023
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Motor1.com 2024 Mercedes-AMG C63 S E-Performance First Drive Review: The Sensible Monster

2024 Mercedes-AMG C63 S E-Performance First Drive Review: The Sensible Monster

With 671 hp, the new C63 sounds worthy of the badge, but the new PHEV super sedan is actually a bit too restrained.
By Brandon Turkus 14 December 2022
2022 Editors’ Choice: Hyundai Ioniq 5 Wins Motor1.com Star Award

2022 Editors’ Choice: Hyundai Ioniq 5 Wins Motor1.com Star Award

The humble Hyundai EV overcame six-figure vehicles from Lucid, Cadillac, and Land Rover to win over our editors.
By Brandon Turkus 08 December 2022
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2022 Best EV: Ford F-150 Lightning Wins InsideEVs.com Star Award

2022 Best EV: Ford F-150 Lightning Wins InsideEVs.com Star Award

The F-150 stands out in a packed field that includes a 1,000-hp Hummer, a $154,000 Lucid, and very likable CUVs from Hyundai and BMW.
By Brandon Turkus 07 December 2022
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2022 Best Performance Vehicle: Audi RS3 Wins Motor1.com Star Award

2022 Best Performance Vehicle: Audi RS3 Wins Motor1.com Star Award

The petite German beat out the 819-hp Lucid Air, the 6.2-liter Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, and two of the latest compact sport sedans.
By Brandon Turkus 07 December 2022
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Motor1.com 2022 BMW iX Pros And Cons: Standing On Its Own

2022 BMW iX Pros And Cons: Standing On Its Own

With a fantastic, forward-thinking cabin and two powerful electric motors, the 516-horsepower iX feels like its own thing.
By Brandon Turkus 07 September 2022
2024 Volkswagen ID. Buzz First Drive Review: The New New Beetle

2024 Volkswagen ID. Buzz First Drive Review: The New New Beetle

Volkswagen’s new all-electric van proves once again that a halo car doesn’t need to be sporty or powerful.
By Brandon Turkus 06 September 2022
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Motor1.com 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Review: Cheap, Cheerful, And Cheap

2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Review: Cheap, Cheerful, And Cheap

The Bolt EUV’s $35,000 starting price, 247-mile range, and excellent driving character are more than enough to overshadow a flimsy cabin.
By Brandon Turkus 12 August 2022
Motor1.com 2022 Volvo XC40 Recharge Driving Notes: Low-Key Electricity

2022 Volvo XC40 Recharge Driving Notes: Low-Key Electricity

Don’t want to shout about driving an EV? This 408-hp Volvo and its 223-mile range fly under the radar.
By Brandon Turkus 11 August 2022
Motor1.com 2022 BMW i4 M50 Review: Books Versus Covers

2022 BMW i4 M50 Review: Books Versus Covers

BMW’s electric sedan has a lot more going for it than the mediocre 227-mile range and polarizing grille might indicate.
By Brandon Turkus 04 August 2022
Motor1.com 2022 Kia EV6 Review: The Middle Child

2022 Kia EV6 Review: The Middle Child

Sandwiched between the funky Hyundai Ioniq 5 and premium Genesis GV60, the sporty looking EV6 fails to resonate.
By Brandon Turkus 27 July 2022
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