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Sam Naylor

Senior reviewer Sam Naylor is part of the Auto Express road test team. He spends most of his time driving and writing about the newest cars on the market for our group tests. He's been part of the team since 2013 and has focused on web content, news and reviews in differing roles over the years.

e-mail: sam_naylor@dennis.co.uk  

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
Long-term test review: Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid
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Long-term test review: Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid

Final report: we look back at our six months with Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid hatch
Long-term tests
23 Aug 2018
Tesla Model S 75D 2018 review
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Tesla Model S 75D 2018 review

Is the entry-level Tesla Model S 75D the pick of the electric exec range? We find out...
Road tests
3 Aug 2018
New Renault Megane RS 2018 review
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New Renault Megane RS 2018 review

We get to grips with the new 276bhp Renault Megane RS in the UK to see if it's a serious hot hatch contender
Road tests
4 Jul 2018
Mercedes faces calls to issue UK recall over emissions
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Mercedes faces calls to issue UK recall over emissions

Mercedes already forced to recall 238,000 diesel cars in Germany, and up to 774,000 cars could be affected across Europe
News
13 Jun 2018
New Volkswagen Golf R Performance Pack 2018 review
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New Volkswagen Golf R Performance Pack 2018 review

The Volkswagen Golf R Performance Pack carries a £2,300 premium over the standard R. Is it worth the extra money?
Road tests
8 Jun 2018
Long-term test review: Volvo S90
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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
New BMW M5 2018 UK review
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New BMW M5 2018 UK review

We drive the new BMW M5 supersaloon on British roads for the first time
Road tests
21 Mar 2018
New Caterham Seven SuperSprint 2018 review
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New Caterham Seven SuperSprint 2018 review

The Seven SuperSprint was built as part of Caterham's 60th birthday celebrations, but does it do the brand justice?
Road tests
14 Feb 2018
Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T 2018 UK review
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Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T 2018 UK review

The Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T proves to be fast, comfortable and genuinely special on UK roads
Road tests
30 Jan 2018
100 years of Mitsubishi
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100 years of Mitsubishi

In 2017 Mitsubishi marked its 100th birthday, so we joined in the party by trying out some of the brand's classic motors
Features
29 Jan 2018
Long-term test review: Mazda MX-5 RF
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Long-term test review: Mazda MX-5 RF

Final report: two-seater leaves fleet in style with a day of on-the-limit driver training
Long-term tests
17 Jan 2018
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New Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace on sale now from £29,370
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New Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace on sale now from £29,370

Seven-seat long wheelbase VW Tiguan SUV is available to order now with a choice of five engines
News
4 Jan 2018
New Mercedes S-Class 2017 facelift review
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New Mercedes S-Class 2017 facelift review

The flagship Mercedes S-Class has been updated, bringing subtle changes and a new entry-level 3.0-litre straight-six diesel engine
Road tests
3 Nov 2017
New 2017 Hyundai Kona SUV: UK prices and specs revealed
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New 2017 Hyundai Kona SUV: UK prices and specs revealed

New Hyundai Kona small crossover will take on the likes of the Nissan Juke and Citroen C3 Aircross, and is on sale from November
News
16 Oct 2017
Yamaha to present new concept car at Tokyo Motor Show
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Yamaha to present new concept car at Tokyo Motor Show

Yamaha to debut fresh concept two years on from the Sports Ride concept revealed at Tokyo 2015
News
12 Oct 2017
New McLaren 570S Spider 2017 review
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New McLaren 570S Spider 2017 review

We drive the McLaren 570S Spider in the UK and find the open-top mid-engined supercar an absolute thriller
Road tests
11 Oct 2017
New Skoda Karoq 2017 review
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New Skoda Karoq 2017 review

We find out if the new Skoda Karoq SUV is a worthy successor to the much loved Skoda Yeti
Road tests
11 Oct 2017
New Alpina B4 S Coupe 2017 review
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New Alpina B4 S Coupe 2017 review

Taking the edge off the BMW M4, the Alpina B4 S Coupe adds comfort and luxury without sacrificing performance
Road tests
9 Oct 2017
Ford partners with Lyft to develop autonomous car for 2021
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Ford partners with Lyft to develop autonomous car for 2021

Ford's plans for an autonomous taxi service become a little clearer with announcement that mobility company Lyft is on side
News
27 Sep 2017
Celebrating 50 years of Mazda’s rotary engine
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Celebrating 50 years of Mazda’s rotary engine

Mazda’s groundbreaking rotary engine is 50 this year, and to mark the anniversary we drive a trio of Wankel-powered classic cars
Features
21 Sep 2017
New Skoda Vision E concept review
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New Skoda Vision E concept review

Skoda's Vision E concept previews the brand's forthcoming all-electric production car, and we've driven it
Road tests
12 Sep 2017
Land Rover confirms plug-in hybrid Range Rovers for 2017
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Land Rover confirms plug-in hybrid Range Rovers for 2017

Jaguar Land Rover CEO Dr. Ralf Speth confirms that plug-in hybrid Range Rover models will go on sale later this year in Frankfurt speech
News
12 Sep 2017
New VW Polo 2017 review
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New VW Polo 2017 review

The new VW Polo picks up where the old Polo left off, adding more tech and sophistication to try and outdo the Ford Fiesta
Road tests
31 Aug 2017
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Skoda reveals targets for future EVs and connected services

Skoda reveals targets for future EVs and connected services

Skoda aiming for power outputs between 140 and 300bhp and a range between 250 to 373 miles for its first electric vehicles
News
24 Aug 2017
Mazda CX-3 GT Sport 2017 review
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Mazda CX-3 GT Sport 2017 review

The updated Mazda CX-3 gains a new GT Sport trim with plenty of extra kit, but is it worth the extra money?
Road tests
7 Aug 2017
New Jaguar XJR575 joins updated 2018 XJ range
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New Jaguar XJR575 joins updated 2018 XJ range

Jaguar has introduced a range of updates for its XJ luxury saloon, not least a 567bhp V8 for the 186mph Jaguar XJR575 range-topper
News
24 Jul 2017
New Subaru XV prototype review
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New Subaru XV prototype review

The Subaru XV crossover has improved in lots of areas, but can it rival the class leaders?
Road tests
14 Jul 2017
New 2018 Ford Transit Custom revealed
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New 2018 Ford Transit Custom revealed

New Ford Transit Custom van will arrive in early 2018 with major revisions and a PHEV hybrid model planned
News
12 Jul 2017
Next Audi S8 to use plug-in hybrid power from Porsche
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Next Audi S8 to use plug-in hybrid power from Porsche

Powerful new Audi S8 models will use Porsche power, with a plug-in hybrid model based on Panamera PHEV
News
12 Jul 2017
BMW to join Formula E in 2018
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BMW to join Formula E in 2018

BMW will enter electric Formula E race series next year with a newly-developed BMW drivetrain
News
11 Jul 2017
Audi R8 and TT RS get new performance parts
Audi TT RS and Audi R8 performance parts

Audi R8 and TT RS get new performance parts

Range of add-ons for Audi sports cars add appeal, but may not make it to the UK
News
11 Jul 2017
New Volvo XC60 T5 petrol review
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New Volvo XC60 T5 petrol review

The new Volvo XC60 T5 is a sophisticated premium SUV, but can it compete with the Jaguar F-Pace?
Road tests
11 Jul 2017
Renault Scenic and Grand Scenic get new mild hybrid system
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Renault Scenic and Grand Scenic get new mild hybrid system

New Renault Scenic diesel Hybrid Assist models are already available, costing from £25,055
News
6 Jul 2017