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Luke Wilkinson

Luke graduated from the University of Glasgow in November 2018 and quickly landed a job as a Staff Writer with Auto Express. He mainly writes news stories for the website and the magazine.

Before his current employment, Luke managed his own car news and reviews website. He also gathered some formal experience with Road Record – the motoring supplement to the Daily Record. He spends his spare time restoring his 1993 Rover Mini Sprite.

e-mail: luke_wilkinson@autovia.co.uk 

Blacklane takes big stake in Jaguar Land Rover’s Havn ride hailing service
Blacklane

Blacklane takes big stake in Jaguar Land Rover’s Havn ride hailing service

The global chauffeur service has bought a majority stake in JLR’s mobility business, adding the I-Pace to its fleet for the first time
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8 Feb 2021
Toyota GT86 axed to make way for next-gen model
Toyota GT86 Club Series Blue Edition - front

Toyota GT86 axed to make way for next-gen model

Replacement for the much-loved Toyota GT86 will be based on a revised rear-wheel drive platform
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3 Feb 2021
Naran Automotive unveils aero pack for 1,034bhp hypercar
Naran Automotive Celare Pack - front

Naran Automotive unveils aero pack for 1,034bhp hypercar

Naran Automotive’s “Celare Pack” features a detachable rear wing and front splitter, which help to generate a maximum of 1,377kg of downforce
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3 Feb 2021
Special edition Nissan Leaf10 marks big selling EV’s 10th anniversary
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Special edition Nissan Leaf10 marks big selling EV’s 10th anniversary

The commemorative Nissan Leaf10 features a new paint finish and comes with some added inspiration from the new Ariya SUV
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1 Feb 2021
Jeep marks 80th birthday with special Renegade and Wrangler
Jeep 80th Anniversary

Jeep marks 80th birthday with special Renegade and Wrangler

Jeep’s latest special edition models feature unique styling touches and plenty of standard equipment
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29 Jan 2021
New Tesla Model S 2021 facelift brings new-look cabin and power boost
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New Tesla Model S 2021 facelift brings new-look cabin and power boost

Tesla Model S range gets a shake-up, revamping the saloon’s interior and adding its new 1,006bhp tri-motor “Plaid” powertrain
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28 Jan 2021
Tesla Model X facelift: new interior and 1,006bhp Plaid model for 2021
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Tesla Model X facelift: new interior and 1,006bhp Plaid model for 2021

Even more powerful version of range-topping Tesla Model X SUV revealed, featuring the same Plaid powertrain used in the Model S
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28 Jan 2021
SSC Tuatara hits 283mph during testing for 300mph+ run
SSC Tuatara - front

SSC Tuatara hits 283mph during testing for 300mph+ run

The American tuning company is gearing up to re-run the Tuatara’s 300mph+ land speed record attempt – and it’s only 17mph off the mark
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27 Jan 2021
New entry-level BMW 320e and 520e PHEVs unveiled
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New entry-level BMW 320e and 520e PHEVs unveiled

BMW will soon launch cheaper plug-in hybrid 320e and 520e variants in Europe – both with pure-electric ranges of around 30 miles
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27 Jan 2021
Revised Mazda CX-5 crossover launched for 2021
Mazda CX-5 2021

Revised Mazda CX-5 crossover launched for 2021

The updated Mazda CX-5 gets a larger displacement version of the brand’s SkyActiv-G petrol engine and a fresh infotainment system
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26 Jan 2021
Limited Edition DS 7 Crossback Louvre launched
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Limited Edition DS 7 Crossback Louvre launched

The special edition SUV was created in collaboration with the Louvre – and features some unique styling features inspired by the museum
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22 Jan 2021
New 2021 Toyota C-HR GR Sport on sale now from £31,395
Toyota C-HR GR Sport - front

New 2021 Toyota C-HR GR Sport on sale now from £31,395

The performance-inspired Toyota C-HR GR Sport crossover features a racy makeover and new suspension
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21 Jan 2021
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Electric Nissan e-NV200 Winter Camper concept revealed
Nissan e-NV200 Winter Camper concept

Electric Nissan e-NV200 Winter Camper concept revealed

All-electric campervan features a built-in kitchen, a folding bed and a power pack that can be recharged using a roof-mounted solar panel
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21 Jan 2021
Special edition Maserati Levante and Ghibli Sportivo launched
Maserati Ghibli Sportivo

Special edition Maserati Levante and Ghibli Sportivo launched

Two special edition trim levels for Maserati Levante and Ghibli Sportivo launched, both of which come with equipment upgrades
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19 Jan 2021
StoreDot develops battery pack with five-minute charge time
StoreDot charging

StoreDot develops battery pack with five-minute charge time

The revolutionary battery has found its way into electronic devices, an electric scooter and a drone – and StoreDot is working on cars next
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19 Jan 2021
New limited Jaguar F-Type Reims Edition unveiled
Jaguar F-Type Reims Edition

New limited Jaguar F-Type Reims Edition unveiled

Jaguar F-Type Reims Edition supposedly serves as a remedy for what’s famously the most miserable day of the year
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18 Jan 2021
BMW X2 M Mesh Edition on sale now priced from £34,510
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BMW X2 M Mesh Edition on sale now priced from £34,510

The BMW X2 M Mesh Edition features unique decals and upholstery, as well as – you guessed it – a mesh radiator grille
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15 Jan 2021
Pure-electric Silence e-moto moped launched
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Pure-electric Silence e-moto moped launched

Electric Silence e-moto scooter can be specced with the power outputs equivalent to a 50cc or 125cc motorbike, and has a maximum range of 91 miles
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12 Jan 2021
First Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Concorde Edition revealed
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First Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Concorde Edition revealed

10 units of the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Concorde Edition will be created, celebrating 50 years since Concorde’s maiden flight
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17 Dec 2020
New Kia Sorento plug-in hybrid models on sale from £44,995

New Kia Sorento plug-in hybrid models on sale from £44,995

Mix of 1.6-litre petrol engine and electric motor promises 261bhp for the Kia Sorento but the lowest emissions of the range
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16 Dec 2020
Classic Porsche 914 reborn with Cayman running gear
Porsche 914 reimagined - front

Classic Porsche 914 reborn with Cayman running gear

The reimagined Porsche 914 features a host of chassis upgrades and the same 3.4-litre flat-six engine as the Mk2 Cayman
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14 Dec 2020
New Audi A3 Sportback 45 TFSI e plug-in hybrid revealed

New Audi A3 Sportback 45 TFSI e plug-in hybrid revealed

New plug-in hybrid Audi A3 Sportback 45 TFSI e arrives with UK launch coming in 2021
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8 Dec 2020
First pair of Aston Martin Vantage V12 Zagato Heritage Twins completed

First pair of Aston Martin Vantage V12 Zagato Heritage Twins completed

The limited edition Vantage V12 speedster and coupe come as a pair and celebrate Aston Martin’s 60-year partnership with Zagato
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3 Dec 2020
New Volkswagen Caddy MPV on sale now priced from £24,648
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New Volkswagen Caddy MPV on sale now priced from £24,648

Hot on the heels of the commercial variant comes the new Caddy MPV, sporting the Mk8 Golf’s infotainment setup and seating for up to seven
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2 Dec 2020
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Second-generation Toyota Mirai officially unveiled
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Second-generation Toyota Mirai officially unveiled

Hydrogen-electric Toyota Mirai saloon has entered its second generation, sporting an improved powertrain and fresh styling
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30 Nov 2020
New 2020 Volkswagen Golf Estate on sale in the UK now

New 2020 Volkswagen Golf Estate on sale in the UK now

The new Mk8 Volkswagen Golf Estate starts from £24,575 and boosts the hatchback’s practicality with 611 litres of boot space
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27 Nov 2020
Skoda Scala range expanded with new engines
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Skoda Scala range expanded with new engines

The fleet-focussed Skoda Scala SE Technology gets a couple of new powertrain options, which have slashed its starting price to £18,625
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26 Nov 2020
Vauxhall Corsa and Corsa-e updated for 2021
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Vauxhall Corsa and Corsa-e updated for 2021

Adjustment for Vauxhall Corsa range, offering a broader range of trim-levels and a new 128bhp petrol engine
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25 Nov 2020
New 2020 Renault Captur: prices, engines and specs
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New 2020 Renault Captur: prices, engines and specs

The Renault Captur offers buyers a choice of petrol, diesel or plug-in hybrid powertrains – and it’ll be available with a petrol hybrid unit in 2021
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20 Nov 2020
New second-generation 2022 Subaru BRZ revealed
Subaru BRZ

New second-generation 2022 Subaru BRZ revealed

All-new version of the Subaru BRZ sports car launched – but, sadly, it won’t be sold in the UK
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19 Nov 2020
New track-ready Lamborghini Huracan STO unveiled
Lamborghini Huracan STO unveiled

New track-ready Lamborghini Huracan STO unveiled

The new Lamborghini Huracan STO is a road-legal hardcore supercar, inspired by its Huracan Super Trofeo EVO racer
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18 Nov 2020
Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series takes Nurburgring lap record

Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series takes Nurburgring lap record

The 720bhp AMG GT Black Series is officially the world’s fastest production car around the ‘Ring with a lap time of 6:43.616 minutes
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18 Nov 2020
Facelifted Fiat Tipo hatchback on sale now priced from £17,690
Fiat Tipo

Facelifted Fiat Tipo hatchback on sale now priced from £17,690

The updated Fiat Tipo hatchback will hit the UK market later this month sporting a few cosmetic tweaks and a new SUV-inspired Cross trim-level
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13 Nov 2020
Secret Porsche concept cars uncovered for the first time

Secret Porsche concept cars uncovered for the first time

Porsche has offered us a glimpse at some of the concepts that never made it off the drawing board
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12 Nov 2020