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Steve Walker

As head of digital content, Steve looks after the Auto Express, Carbuyer, evo and DrivingElectric websites. That means planning new content, growing online traffic and managing the web teams. He’s been a motoring journalist, road tester and editor for over 20 years, contributing to a series of leading print and digital titles over that time including MSN Cars, Auto Trader, The Scotsman and The Wall Street Journal.

Steve says…

“Right now is a great time to be writing and creating content about cars. We’ve seen a lot of huge changes in the industry and there are more to come, so keeping Auto Express readers informed while helping them make the best possible car buying decisions is a challenge and a real pleasure.”

Steve Walker’s main areas of expertise

  • Family cars  
  • Vans and pick-up trucks
  • Electric cars 
  • Social media
  • Car content and audiences

Steve Walker Q&A

Q: What was your first car?

A: "It was a white Citroen AX in the ultra-basic Debut spec - body-coloured interior, manual choke, radio cassette, that was about it as far as the equipment list went. The simplicity of it probably helped but it was quite a reliable car and the 1.0-litre engine didn’t mind being worked hard."

Q: What is your dream car? 

A: "Always a difficult question. If we’re sticking within the realms of possibility, i’d love a BMW 535d Touring. If it’s money no object, how about a Ferrari F12 TDF?"

Q: If you could change one thing about cars, driving or the car industry today what would it be?

A: "Almost nothing annoys me more than dodgy lane discipline on motorways but the main one is that i’d like to see legislators do more to encourage lighter, more efficient cars - they’re getting too big and heavy. "

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​Polestar 0 and the quest for the carbon neutral car
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​Polestar 0 and the quest for the carbon neutral car

Polestar wants to build a truly carbon neutral car by 2030 and although it’s a huge challenge, the Polestar 0 project means business
13 Nov 2023
Polestar’s electric supercar: Could the Synergy concept become reality?
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Polestar’s electric supercar: Could the Synergy concept become reality?

Polestar has a supercar in its sights but we may have some time to wait
10 Nov 2023
New Polestar 5 revealed: first official look at the new Taycan rival
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New Polestar 5 revealed: first official look at the new Taycan rival

Polestar has shown off the new 5’s exterior in full for the first time. 
9 Nov 2023
Forget rapid charging, Polestar extreme fast charging tech adds 100 miles in 5 minutes
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Forget rapid charging, Polestar extreme fast charging tech adds 100 miles in 5 minutes

Polestar thinks it can gain an edge over premium EV rivals with new ‘extreme fast charging’ tech to be previewed in a Polestar 5 prototype next year
9 Nov 2023
New Polestar 4 coupe SUV: prices, specs and that missing rear window
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New Polestar 4 coupe SUV: prices, specs and that missing rear window

The Polestar 4 is coming soon and it’s destined to be the brand’s top selling model. Here’s everything you need to know…
9 Nov 2023
Deal of the Day: great value Dacia Sandero gets yet more value at £166 a month
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Deal of the Day: great value Dacia Sandero gets yet more value at £166 a month

Our Deal of the Day for 2 November is a £166 a month PCP on a dual-fuel Dacia Sandero
2 Nov 2023
SEAT Arona review
SEAT Arona
In-depth reviews

SEAT Arona review

The SEAT Arona is a fine small SUV choice, with refined engines and generous standard equipment
2 Nov 2023
Deal of the Day: Hot £218 per month deal on a Cupra Leon warm hatch
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Deal of the Day: Hot £218 per month deal on a Cupra Leon warm hatch

A sporty, family-sized hatchback on a £218 a month lease? It had to be our Deal of the Day for November 1st
1 Nov 2023
Deal of the Day: 0% APR on the stylish electric Renault Megane
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Deal of the Day: 0% APR on the stylish electric Renault Megane

Our Deal of the Day for October 31st is this Renault Megane Techno+ for £288 a month on 0% APR, which looks like spookily good value
31 Oct 2023
ULEZ expansion raises £23.6m in a month as 57,000 pay the charge
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ULEZ expansion raises £23.6m in a month as 57,000 pay the charge

London’s ULEZ expansion has been in force since the end of August and new data gives us an early indication of its effect on motorists
31 Oct 2023
Deal of the Day: four years’ free charging and a BYD Dolphin for £334 a month
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Deal of the Day: four years’ free charging and a BYD Dolphin for £334 a month

The award winning BYD Dolphin looks decent value on £334 lease and great value with four years of free charging thrown in. 
20 Oct 2023
Deal of the Day: classy Renault Captur hybrid SUV for £94 a month
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Deal of the Day: classy Renault Captur hybrid SUV for £94 a month

The deposit is a hefty £10,000 but it gets you a hybrid Captur on a PCP with super-low monthly payments.
17 Oct 2023
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New 2023 Tesla Model 3 face​lift: prices, specs and full details
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New 2023 Tesla Model 3 face​lift: prices, specs and full details

We’ve got everything you need to know about Tesla’s new Model 3 facelift…
16 Oct 2023
Deal of the Day: Get ready for winter with 15% off Goodyear and Bridgestone tyres at Halfords
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Deal of the Day: Get ready for winter with 15% off Goodyear and Bridgestone tyres at Halfords

A chunky Halfords discount on fitted tyres is our deal of the day for October 13
12 Oct 2023
Agency model: it’s coming to UK car dealers but what does it mean for buyers?
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Agency model: it’s coming to UK car dealers but what does it mean for buyers?

‘No-haggle’ agency car showrooms mean fixed-price deals for many brands, but they also threaten established dealers and may reduce competition.
9 Oct 2023
New Zeekr X review
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New Zeekr X review

It’s not your average small electric SUV, but that could be a strength as the Zeekr X takes on the established premium players
4 Oct 2023
Zeekr 001 review
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Zeekr 001 review

Zeekr and its electric executive hatchback, the 001, are coming to the UK very soon. Will they make an impact?
29 Sep 2023
Zeekr’s UK launch: The next Chinese electric car brand you've never heard of
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Zeekr’s UK launch: The next Chinese electric car brand you've never heard of

Zeekr is yet another Chinese car brand that has confirmed designs on the UK market. The CEO tells us why it has a better chance than most of making an…
28 Sep 2023
UK ban on petrol and diesel car sales postponed to 2035
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UK ban on petrol and diesel car sales postponed to 2035

Prime Minister Sunak rows back on Boris Johnson’s 2030 ban, saying ‘it’s not right to impose the cost on working people’
20 Sep 2023
Nissan Townstar van review
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In-depth reviews

Nissan Townstar van review

The Nissan Townstar looks to the future of the small van sector with a raft of tech features, and no diesel
14 Aug 2023
Ineos Grenadier review
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In-depth reviews

Ineos Grenadier review

The Grenadier is a tough 4x4 with real off-road pedigree but it’s far from cheap
11 Aug 2023
London ULEZ expansion: £2,000 scrappage scheme grant offered to non-compliant car owners
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London ULEZ expansion: £2,000 scrappage scheme grant offered to non-compliant car owners

London Mayor Sadiq Kahn confirms grants for all non-ULEZ complaint cars, but it is only being offered to Londoners
4 Aug 2023
Renault Megane E-Tech Techno: long-term test
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Long-term tests

Renault Megane E-Tech Techno: long-term test

Final report: a few minor quibbles aside, the pure-electric Megane is a solid choice for family-car buyers
2 Aug 2023
​UK driving test pass rates explained
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Tips & advice

​UK driving test pass rates explained

We examine the latest stats on driving test pass rates to help you compare UK driving test centres 
25 Jul 2023
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Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster pick-up makes debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed
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Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster pick-up makes debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Ineos is growing its range with the arrival of the Grenadier Quartermaster pick-up truck
13 Jul 2023
Car weight explained: kerb weight, gross vehicle weight and what it means for drivers 
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Car weight explained: kerb weight, gross vehicle weight and what it means for drivers 

Weight has a big impact on a car’s performance and efficiency. We explain how and look at the lightest and heaviest cars on sale. 
6 Jul 2023
New Car Awards 2023: the winners
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New Car Awards 2023: the winners

Once again the Auto Express New Car Awards picks the best new cars you can buy in the UK today...
5 Jul 2023
Heveningham Concours 2023: ex-Senna Porsche 956, Mercedes CLK LM and Lister-Jaguar ‘Knobbly’ set to star
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Heveningham Concours 2023: ex-Senna Porsche 956, Mercedes CLK LM and Lister-Jaguar ‘Knobbly’ set to star

The Heveningham Concours car show at Suffolk’s Heveningham Hall is on the weekend of July 8th and 9th with some iconic road and race cars on show
30 Jun 2023
High performance BMW X1 M35i xDrive arrives to top the range
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High performance BMW X1 M35i xDrive arrives to top the range

BMW has launched a high performance derivative of the X1 compact SUV for the first time, the 296bhp X1 M35i XDrive
27 Jun 2023
Singer DLS Turbo revealed celebrating Porsche 934/5 endurance racers
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Singer DLS Turbo revealed celebrating Porsche 934/5 endurance racers

Singer takes its Porsche 911 restomods to new heights of performance with the DLS Turbo
27 Jun 2023
DS 7 review
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In-depth reviews

DS 7 review

The DS 7 SUV offers a touch of French luxury to take on its established German rivals
23 Jun 2023
Green number plates explained: about the UK’s electric car registration plates
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Green number plates explained: about the UK’s electric car registration plates

In the UK, zero-emissions vehicles can display a green flash on their numberplates. Here’s how it works…
13 Jun 2023
Illegal number plates: UK rules on font, spacing and fines
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Illegal number plates: UK rules on font, spacing and fines

Car number plates are a subject to a series of regulations to ensure they can be read. Here’s how to avoid driving with illegal plates and getting a f…
24 May 2023
What are the Euro 7 emissions standards?
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What are the Euro 7 emissions standards?

Euro 7 is big news for the car industry and is more relevant for consumers than you might think, here’s why…
23 May 2023