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James Brodie

James has been with Auto Express since 2016, beginning as an assistant to the news and reviews teams. He has progressed up to his present role of news and reviews editor, so is now responsible for crafting plenty of the words you read weekly in the magazine and on autoexpress.co.uk. James provides first drive reviews, in-depth official news and scoops gleaned from grilling car bosses at motor shows, while also travelling far and wide to deliver the latest stories.

e-mail: james_brodie@autovia.co.uk

New Peugeot Partner: UK prices and specifications revealed
Peugeot Partner - front action

New Peugeot Partner: UK prices and specifications revealed

Partner small van shares technology and looks with Rifter MPV, and has already bagged an award
News
11 Oct 2018
MINI to launch new Classic, Sport and Exclusive trims
MINI Classic, Sport and Exclusive trims - front

MINI to launch new Classic, Sport and Exclusive trims

New MINIs will no longer be classified based on engine, with three dedicated trim levels announced
News
9 Oct 2018
Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav: long-term test review
Mazda CX-5 SUV - front

Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav: long-term test review

Final Report: We'll miss the great-driving Mazda CX-5 SUV, with its punchy diesel power
Long-term tests
20 Sep 2018
New Mazda CX-3 2018 facelift review
Mazda CX-3 - front

New Mazda CX-3 2018 facelift review

The Mazda CX-3 is the latest model from the brand to be updated for 2018. We take it for a spin to see what's changed...
Road tests
19 Sep 2018
New anti-tailgating campaign launches
Tailgating

New anti-tailgating campaign launches

Highways England says up to 90 per cent of motorists have been tailgated or seen it happen
News
17 Sep 2018
Lexus ES launches in Japan with cameras instead of mirrors

Lexus ES launches in Japan with cameras instead of mirrors

Optional cameras to replace wing mirrors 2019 Lexus ES, but they're only available in Japan for now
News
13 Sep 2018
New Volkswagen up! R-Line revealed
VW up! r-Line

New Volkswagen up! R-Line revealed

New styling kit for regular versions of the up! inject a bit of GTI appeal, but it won't be an option for UK buyers
News
11 Sep 2018
New BMW X3 M: first images and details revealed
BMW X3 M Performance - front

New BMW X3 M: first images and details revealed

A hot version of BMW's new mid-sized X3 SUV is on the way with a six-cylinder twin-turbo engine and 4WD
News
10 Sep 2018
Giles Taylor joins China's FAW Group from Rolls-Royce
Giles Taylor

Giles Taylor joins China's FAW Group from Rolls-Royce

Former Jaguar and Rolls-Royce man will oversee new designs for FAW's Hongqi brand from base in Germany
News
7 Sep 2018
New special edition Nissan Navara N-Guard revealed
Nissan Navara N-Guard - black front

New special edition Nissan Navara N-Guard revealed

New Nissan Navara N-Guard pick-up is based on the flagship Tekna variant of the truck
News
29 Aug 2018
Honda NSX updated for 2019 with revised chassis

Honda NSX updated for 2019 with revised chassis

Honda's hybrid NSX supercar is now two seconds quicker around Suzuka, and available in bright orange too
News
24 Aug 2018
One-off Porsche Classic ‘Project Gold’ 993 Turbo revealed
Porsche 993 911 Turbo - front

One-off Porsche Classic ‘Project Gold’ 993 Turbo revealed

Bespoke 993 generation 911 Turbo marks 20 years of the end of air-cooled Porsche 911s
News
24 Aug 2018
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New MG3 2018 review
MG3 - front

New MG3 2018 review

The facelifted MG3 goes on sale in September, with a major interior upheaval on the way
Road tests
23 Aug 2018
MG gives MG3 supermini extensive makeover with 2018 facelift
MG3 - driving

MG gives MG3 supermini extensive makeover with 2018 facelift

MG’s MG3 updated inside and out with a new look and brand new interior styling
News
17 Aug 2018
Alfa Romeo Giulia gains new Veloce Ti trim, Stelvio updated

Alfa Romeo Giulia gains new Veloce Ti trim, Stelvio updated

New addition to the Giulia range mixes the Veloce and Quadrifoglio, while the Stelvio gets some mild updates too
News
17 Aug 2018
New Skoda Karoq Sportline revealed ahead of Paris Motor Show

New Skoda Karoq Sportline revealed ahead of Paris Motor Show

Skoda's smallest SUV offering gets Sportline styling and a new 2.0-litre petrol engine
News
2 Aug 2018
Jaguar Land Rover trademarks Road Rover name
Range Rover Velar - side profile

Jaguar Land Rover trademarks Road Rover name

Could JLR be plotting a revolutionary new Land Rover model? Maybe, a new trademark suggests...
News
25 Jul 2018
New MINI Cooper S Convertible 2018 facelift review
MINI Cooper S Convertible - front

New MINI Cooper S Convertible 2018 facelift review

This mid-life facelift for the MINI Cooper S Convertible hits the sweet spot, offering both performance and value
Road tests
18 Jul 2018
New Mazda 6 2018 facelift review
New Mazda 6 - Front Motion

New Mazda 6 2018 facelift review

Mazda's 6 gets another refresh with cabin quality and tech boosts but it's still the sharp drive that stands out
Road tests
17 Jul 2018
New Polestar 1: price, specs and video
Polestar 1 reveal - front

New Polestar 1: price, specs and video

Polestar 1 hybrid to arrive in 2019, but the UK market will have to make do with left-hand drive
News
16 Jul 2018
New Mercedes C-Class Estate facelift 2018 review
Mercedes C-Class Estate - front

New Mercedes C-Class Estate facelift 2018 review

Has a recent update lifted the Mercedes C-Class Estate above the Audi A4 Avant and BMW 3 Series Touring?
Road tests
29 Jun 2018
Audi A4 and A4 Avant refreshed with new look for 2018
Audi A4 facelift - front

Audi A4 and A4 Avant refreshed with new look for 2018

The Audi A4 executive saloon and estate has been with facelifted with sportier looks all round
News
27 Jun 2018
New Mercedes C-Class 2018 review
Mercedes C-Class - front

New Mercedes C-Class 2018 review

Facelifted Mercedes C-Class driven as BMW 3 Series and Audi A4 updates take shape
Road tests
19 Jun 2018
New Jeep Renegade 2018 facelift review
Jeep Renegade - front

New Jeep Renegade 2018 facelift review

The Jeep Renegade SUV has been refreshed for 2018, with subtle design changes and a new engine range
Road tests
15 Jun 2018
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New Toyota Aygo 2018 review
Toyota Aygo - front

New Toyota Aygo 2018 review

A mid-life facelift has arrived for the Toyota Aygo, but can it keep up with the Volkswagen up! and Skoda Citigo?
Road tests
8 Jun 2018
New Lexus RX L 2018 review
Lexus RX L - front

New Lexus RX L 2018 review

The Lexus RX hybrid SUV gets seven seats in RX L form, but is it enough to put it on terms with the class best?
Road tests
4 Jun 2018
DS 7 Crossback Ultra Prestige petrol review
DS 7 Crossback - front

DS 7 Crossback Ultra Prestige petrol review

Petrol power makes the DS 7 a smooth cruiser on the motorway, but it still lacks the talent offered by the class leaders
Road tests
22 May 2018
Pre-facelift Mercedes C-Class says farewell with Nightfall Edition

Pre-facelift Mercedes C-Class says farewell with Nightfall Edition

Refreshed Audi A4 rival arriving in showrooms next month, with new special edition trim rounding off pre-facelift production
News
17 May 2018
New Ford Fiesta Active 1.0 petrol review
Ford Fiesta Active - front

New Ford Fiesta Active 1.0 petrol review

The jacked-up Ford Fiesta Active promises all the ability of the standard supermini in an SUV body, but is it worth the extra cash?
Road tests
10 May 2018
Jaguar F-Pace updated for 2018 with new tech and options
Jaguar F-Pace 2018 model year

Jaguar F-Pace updated for 2018 with new tech and options

All cars receive Touch Pro infotainment as standard, with F-Pace's tech options broadened
News
4 May 2018
BMW adds four-cylinder diesel model to 6 Series GT line-up

BMW adds four-cylinder diesel model to 6 Series GT line-up

New entry level BMW 620d claims fuel economy of 56.7mpg and a 0-62mph figure of 7.9 seconds
News
3 May 2018
MINI Cooper 5-Door Hatch 2018 review
MINI 5-door hatchback - front driving

MINI Cooper 5-Door Hatch 2018 review

The MINI 5-door makes perfect sense for fun-loving families. We drive it in three-cylinder Cooper form...
Road tests
1 May 2018
Citroen C4 SpaceTourer models arrive to replace Picasso name
Citroen C4 SpaceTourer

Citroen C4 SpaceTourer models arrive to replace Picasso name

French firm's people carriers gain new names for 2018, plus a bit of extra kit on range-topping models
News
1 May 2018
Jaguar XE Landmark edition launched for 2018

Jaguar XE Landmark edition launched for 2018

Fresh addition to XE line-up boasts a unique bodykit and styling tweaks, and is based on the R-Sport model
News
23 Apr 2018
New Renault Kadjar Dynamique SE Nav model added to line-up

New Renault Kadjar Dynamique SE Nav model added to line-up

The new mid-spec Dynamique SE Nav model arrives as a fresh addition to the Renault Kadjar crossover range
News
19 Apr 2018