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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 Mercedes SLC 180 2017 review
Mercedes SLC 180 - front

New Mercedes SLC 180 2017 review

The Mercedes SLC 180 is the new entry-level model in the range, bringing the sports car closer to the Mazda MX-5's price point
Road tests
7 Nov 2017
New Volvo V90 T8 plug-in hybrid 2017 review
Volvo V90 T8 - front

New Volvo V90 T8 plug-in hybrid 2017 review

We drive the T8 plug-in hybrid version of the premium Volvo V90 estate
Road tests
1 Nov 2017
New 2018 Hyundai i30 N: UK prices and specs revealed
Frankfurt - Hyundai i30 N - front

New 2018 Hyundai i30 N: UK prices and specs revealed

Hyundai's hot hatch available with 242bhp or 271bhp, and price tag undercutting key rivals
News
31 Oct 2017
New MG ZS 2017 review
MG ZS - front

New MG ZS 2017 review

The MG ZS is the latest car to enter the small SUV market. Is it a contender?
Road tests
30 Oct 2017
New Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TDI diesel 2017 review
Volkswagen T-Roc - front

New Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TDI diesel 2017 review

There will be two diesel versions of the Volkswagen T-Roc SUV in the UK, and we've tried the more powerful 2.0 TDI
Road tests
26 Oct 2017
Nissan to replace Renault in Formula E from 2018/19 season

Nissan to replace Renault in Formula E from 2018/19 season

Renault-Nissan alliance shifts its motorsport strategy, with Nissan to take over from Renault in all-electric racing series
News
25 Oct 2017
Toyota JPN Taxi revealed ahead of Tokyo Motor Show
Toyota JPN Taxi front quarter

Toyota JPN Taxi revealed ahead of Tokyo Motor Show

Toyota's new taxi is on sale now, with the firm aiming for it to become a familiar sight on Tokyo's streets during the 2020 Olympics
News
23 Oct 2017
New Skoda Octavia Estate 1.5 petrol 2017 review
Skoda Octavia Estate 1.5 TSI - front

New Skoda Octavia Estate 1.5 petrol 2017 review

We try the facelifted Skoda Octavia Estate with the brand's new 1.5-litre TSI petrol engine
Road tests
13 Oct 2017
New MG XS crossover becomes the ZS (again)
MG XS

New MG XS crossover becomes the ZS (again)

MG’s new XS SUV once again becomes the ZS ahead of sales later this year
News
4 Oct 2017
Updated Renault Captur gets new automatic diesel powertrain
Renault Captur dCi 90 automatic

Updated Renault Captur gets new automatic diesel powertrain

Renault's Captur dCi 90 diesel receives option of dual-clutch automatic gearbox, arriving later this month
News
2 Oct 2017
Range Rover Velar 2.0 diesel 2017 review
Range Rover Velar - front action

Range Rover Velar 2.0 diesel 2017 review

How does the new Range Rover Velar SUV measure up as a four-cylinder diesel?
Road tests
29 Sep 2017
Toyota reveals new hot GR series sub brand
Toyota GR series

Toyota reveals new hot GR series sub brand

Japanese market set to be flooded with sporty new Toyotas, and UK equivalent is under consideration
News
19 Sep 2017
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New Skoda Citigo 2017 facelift review
Skoda Citigo - front

New Skoda Citigo 2017 facelift review

Updates keep the Skoda Citigo city car fresh, while Monte Carlo trim adds sporty appeal
Road tests
15 Sep 2017
Autonomous Jaguar FUTURE-TYPE concept revealed

Autonomous Jaguar FUTURE-TYPE concept revealed

Jaguar's FUTURE-TYPE concept shows brand's vision for the future, and features a unique 'Sayer' steering wheel to aid car sharing
News
7 Sep 2017
Latest Euro NCAP results: Full five stars for new Fiesta
Ford Fiesta crash test 2017

Latest Euro NCAP results: Full five stars for new Fiesta

New Ford Fiesta supermini gets full Euro NCAP marks, while a handful of new SUVs have also been put through their paces
News
6 Sep 2017
Limited Ford Ranger Black Edition pick-up truck revealed

Limited Ford Ranger Black Edition pick-up truck revealed

The Ford Ranger pick-up truck gets a dark makeover, and it's coming to Frankfurt later this month
News
1 Sep 2017
New Dacia Sandero Stepway 2017 facelift review
Dacia Sandero Stepway - front

New Dacia Sandero Stepway 2017 facelift review

The facelifted Dacia Sandero Stepway offers space, comfort and low prices, but how does it drive?
Road tests
1 Sep 2017
New Renault Twingo Iconic Special Edition added to range
Renault Twingo Iconic Special Edition - front

New Renault Twingo Iconic Special Edition added to range

New range topping Iconic Special Edition version of the Renault Twingo city car adds extra tech and unique styling tweaks
News
1 Sep 2017
New Smart ForFour ED 2017 review
Smart ForFour ED - front

New Smart ForFour ED 2017 review

We drive the nippy electric Smart ForFour on British roads for the first time
Road tests
1 Sep 2017
Hyundai plans three new all-electric cars by 2022

Hyundai plans three new all-electric cars by 2022

Hyundai to fight on three fronts with range of new hybrid, fuel cell and all-electric cars, including a 311-mile long-range EV
News
17 Aug 2017
Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 and GLC 63 Coupe prices announced
Mercedes-AMG GLC 63  and coupe 2

Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 and GLC 63 Coupe prices announced

Merc's new 503bhp Porsche Macan rival starts from £68,920, with the Coupe from £74,410
News
15 Aug 2017
New SsangYong Korando 2017 facelift review
SsangYong Korando - front

New SsangYong Korando 2017 facelift review

With an all-new SsangYong Korando still two years away, has a second facelift improved the current model?
Road tests
9 Aug 2017
Peugeot introduces 208 Allure Premium Special Edition

Peugeot introduces 208 Allure Premium Special Edition

New 208 Allure Premium boasts a panoramic sunroof and 16-inch alloy wheels as standard
News
7 Aug 2017
New Nissan Navara Trek-1° limited edition goes on sale
Nissan Navara Trek -1 front quarter

New Nissan Navara Trek-1° limited edition goes on sale

The new Navara Trek-1° is based on range topping Tekna model. Just 400 are available in Britain.
News
4 Aug 2017
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New 395bhp Audi RS3 Sportback: prices and specs revealed
Audi RS3 Sportback 2017 - Geneva front quarter

New 395bhp Audi RS3 Sportback: prices and specs revealed

Audi hyper hot hatch returns with more power, more torque and a 174mph top speed on request
News
31 Jul 2017
New Renault Koleos 2017 review
Renault Koleos - front

New Renault Koleos 2017 review

The new Renault Koleos is entering a crowded SUV market, but does it have what it takes to stand out?
Road tests
27 Jul 2017
Ferrari celebrates 70th anniversary in London

Ferrari celebrates 70th anniversary in London

70 Ferraris congregated in the capital to mark 70 years of the prancing horse. Check out our exclusive pictures
News
20 Jul 2017
New Alfa Romeo Stelvio SUV: UK prices and specs revealed
Alfa Romeo Stelvio - show front/side

New Alfa Romeo Stelvio SUV: UK prices and specs revealed

Alfa's first SUV hits UK showrooms this autumn with a selection of four engines planned in time
News
20 Jul 2017
New Honda Accord arrives but won’t be sold in the UK
Honda Accord mk10 front

New Honda Accord arrives but won’t be sold in the UK

Honda’s new mk10 Accord family car has been revealed in the US but there are no plans to sell it here.
News
17 Jul 2017
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon special edition arrives in UK
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon special edition

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon special edition arrives in UK

New tongue-twister limited edition version of Jeep's tough off-roader gets unique tweaks and a £40k plus price tag
News
17 Jul 2017
New Hyundai i30 Tourer 2017 review
New Hyundai i30 Tourer 2017 - front

New Hyundai i30 Tourer 2017 review

The Hyundai i30 Tourer estate is comfy and spacious, but can it ditch the flaws of the hatch it’s based on?
Road tests
13 Jul 2017
Ford Fiesta diesel review
Ford Fiesta diesel review - front

Ford Fiesta diesel review

The new Ford Fiesta diesel range won't be as popular as the petrol options but the supermini's strengths are still evident
Road tests
12 Jul 2017
518bhp Zarooq SandRacer 500GT fully revealed
Zarooq SandRacer 500GT

518bhp Zarooq SandRacer 500GT fully revealed

UAE-based manufacturer reveals coupe-inspired off-roader with RWD, 518bhp and a hefty price tag
News
10 Jul 2017
Honda HR-V gets Black Edition treatment
Honda HR-V Black Edition - front

Honda HR-V gets Black Edition treatment

New special Black Edition of Honda's HR-V SUV revealed, priced from £25,000
News
6 Jul 2017
New Euro NCAP scores: five stars for SEAT Ibiza, Ford Mustang re-tested
2017 SEAT Ibiza Euro NCAP

New Euro NCAP scores: five stars for SEAT Ibiza, Ford Mustang re-tested

New Euro NCAP tests rate the SEAT Ibiza, Honda Civic, Hyundai i30, VW Arteon, Vauxhall Insignia, Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Ford Mustang
News
5 Jul 2017