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Darren Wilson

As Creative director, Darren predominantly looks after the Auto Express magazine; whilst consulting for LRM, Evo and Enzo. He manages everything from photography briefs to layout and logo design. Darren has worked in the motoring industry for over 25 years and loves it.

MINI Countryman C Exclusive long-term test: stylish, practical and great to drive
Auto Express creative director Darren Wilson standing with his family next the MINI Countryman

MINI Countryman C Exclusive long-term test: stylish, practical and great to drive

Second report: can a MINI really pass muster as a family car?
Long-term tests
6 Sep 2024
Hyundai Kona Electric Ultimate long-term test: our Car of the Year continues to impress
Auto Express creative director Darren Wilson's family standing next to the Hyundai Kona

Hyundai Kona Electric Ultimate long-term test: our Car of the Year continues to impress

Final report: our electric SUV again shows why it was our Car of the Year in 2023
Long-term tests
24 May 2024
Lexus RZ 450e long-term test: high quality at a high price
Auto Express creative director Darren Wilson standing with the Lexus RZ in a charging bay

Lexus RZ 450e long-term test: high quality at a high price

Final report: we bid farewell to our impressive electric crossover
Long-term tests
21 Dec 2023
Nuna Todl NEXT child car seat review
Nuna Todl NEXT

Nuna Todl NEXT child car seat review

The Nuna Todl and NEXT base are a good combination for parents looking for a versatile child car seat, but it does have some limitations
Product reviews
30 Oct 2023
Citroen C5 X Shine: long-term test
Auto Express creative director Darren Wilson's family standing next to the Citroen C5 X

Citroen C5 X Shine: long-term test

Final report: comfort-focused hatchback is perfect for our creative director and his family
Long-term tests
3 Aug 2023
Dacia Jogger: long-term test
Dacia Jogger long termer - standing next to Jogger

Dacia Jogger: long-term test

Final report: We’ll miss our practical, value-for-money budget seven-seater
Long-term tests
20 Jan 2023
Citroen e-Berlingo: long-term test review
Citroen e-Berlingo long term test - serving ice cream

Citroen e-Berlingo: long-term test review

Final report: We’ve learned to love our pure-electric MPV
Long-term tests
22 Jul 2022

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Toyota RAV4 Design PHEV: long-term test
Toyota RAV4 long term third report - 1

Toyota RAV4 Design PHEV: long-term test

Final report: our Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid is put to good use as an ambulance
Long-term tests
11 Mar 2022
SEAT Leon e-Hybrid: long-term test review
SEAT Leon e-Hybrid long termer - second report static

SEAT Leon e-Hybrid: long-term test review

Final report: Staycation displays our hybrid hatch’s strengths perfectly
Long-term tests
11 Oct 2021
Renault Clio 1.0 TCe Iconic: long-term test
Renault

Renault Clio 1.0 TCe Iconic: long-term test

Final report: the virus limited our time in the French ’mini, but its qualities still shone through
Long-term tests
8 Feb 2021
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Toyota Corolla Hybrid Excel: long-term test review

Toyota Corolla Hybrid Excel: long-term test review

Fourth report: Toyota Corolla family hatchback’s credentials get put to test with a new arrival in Wilson clan
Long-term tests
21 May 2020
Mercedes A 200 AMG Line: long-term test review
Mercedes A 200 AMG Line long termer - final report header

Mercedes A 200 AMG Line: long-term test review

Final report: We’re going to miss our sporty, tech-packed Mercedes A-Class hatchback
Long-term tests
5 Apr 2019
Peugeot 5008 GT Line: long-term test
peugeot 5008 long termer static

Peugeot 5008 GT Line: long-term test

Final report: Seven-seat Peugeot 5008 SUV saddles up for rural break, and is more at home than in town
Long-term tests
26 Oct 2018
Long-term test review: Volvo S90
Volvo S90 long-term - second report front

Long-term test review: Volvo S90

Final report: it’s time to say goodbye to our classy luxury Volvo S90 saloon, and we’re really going to miss it
Long-term tests
17 Apr 2018
Long-term test review: Suzuki Ignis
Suzuki Ignis - parked

Long-term test review: Suzuki Ignis

Final report: the Suzuki Ignis has departed our long-term fleet, and we’re already missing the little SUV
Long-term tests
21 Feb 2018
Long-term test review: Citroen C4 Picasso
Citroen C4 Picasso long termer third report - header

Long-term test review: Citroen C4 Picasso

Final report: Citroen C4 Picasso MPV evokes memories of much loved seven-seater
Long-term tests
2 May 2017
Long-term test: Volkswagen Passat Estate (2015-2024)
Volkswagen Passat Estate main image long-term test

Long-term test: Volkswagen Passat Estate (2015-2024)

Final report: as the VW Passat Estate leaves our fleet, we reflect on how much else it had to offer beyond style and practicality
Long-term tests
17 Feb 2017
Long-term test: Suzuki Vitara
Suzuki Vitara (long term) - final report header

Long-term test: Suzuki Vitara

Final report: Practical and efficient Suzuki Vitara SUV has proven a smash hit for all the family
Long-term tests
21 Apr 2016
MINI Cooper 5-door (2014-2024): long-term test
MINI Cooper 5-door (2014-2024) - goodbye header image

MINI Cooper 5-door (2014-2024): long-term test

Final report: Reluctant farewell to blooming brilliant family hatch
Long-term tests
27 May 2015
Long-term test review: Citroen Grand C4 Picasso

Long-term test review: Citroen Grand C4 Picasso

Final report: We say au revoir to stylish MPV after 8,000 miles, two countries and countless passengers
Long-term tests
28 Oct 2014
VW Jetta: Fifth report
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VW Jetta: Fifth report

The VW Jetta deserves more recognition, says our man after nine months and 8,000 miles
Long-term tests
18 Mar 2013
VW Jetta: Fourth report
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VW Jetta: Fourth report

Our man has been spending hours behind the wheel of the Volkswagen Jetta – and he loves it...
Long-term tests
24 Dec 2012
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Volkswagen Jetta: Third report
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Volkswagen Jetta: Third report

Family camping trip is an ideal test of our VW Jetta saloon’s practicality
Long-term tests
24 Oct 2012
Volkswagen Jetta: Second report
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Volkswagen Jetta: Second report

Practical, classy VW Jetta saloon has really grown on our family man
Long-term tests
5 Sep 2012
Volkswagen Jetta: First report

Volkswagen Jetta: First report

The new VW Jetta joins our fleet, but will it be as easy to live with as a hatch for our family man?
Long-term tests
18 Jul 2012
Ford Focus: Final report
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Ford Focus: Final report

We travel back in time to rate seventies star against the latest Ford Focus hatch
Long-term tests
4 Jul 2012
Ford Focus EcoBoost: Fifth report
Ford Focus EcoBoost

Ford Focus EcoBoost: Fifth report

Hatch’s hi-tech safety kit has helped us avoid prangs – plus, it’s saving us money
Long-term tests
16 Apr 2012
Ford Focus: Fourth report
Ford Focus and Grand C-MAX

Ford Focus: Fourth report

Family man traded up from hatch to seven-seater for festive break. Has he been persuaded to make the switch permanent?
Long-term tests
6 Feb 2012
Ford Focus: Third report
Ford Focus front tracking

Ford Focus: Third report

Five-door Focus has won over our family man with its entertaining drive as well as its gadgetry
Long-term tests
16 Nov 2011
Ford Focus: Second report
Ford Focus Darren Wilson

Ford Focus: Second report

Hatch packs in a lot of technology, but is it too clever for its own good? Even we were stumped...
Long-term tests
19 Sep 2011
MINI Countryman Cooper D ALL4: Final report
MINI Countryman Cooper D All4 rear tracking

MINI Countryman Cooper D ALL4: Final report

It’s a fond farewell to our MINI, which has wowed young and old alike...
Long-term tests
29 Aug 2011
MINI Countryman Cooper D
MINI Countryman Cooper D

MINI Countryman Cooper D

Four-wheel-drive Brit arrived on fleet just in time for big freeze – and there was ‘snow’ stopping it...
Long-term tests
11 Feb 2011
Mitsubishi ASX
Mitsubishi ASX final report

Mitsubishi ASX

Final Report: With its Evo looks and strong pace, crossover makes us feel like a rally star – even in the middle of town!
Long-term tests
29 Oct 2010
Peugeot 3008
Peugeot 3008

Peugeot 3008

Does irritating puncture take the polish off Lion’s versatile crossover?
Long-term tests
29 Jan 2010