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Steve Fowler

Steve Fowler has previously edited Auto Express, Carbuyer, DrivingElectric, What Car?, Autocar and What Hi-Fi? and has been writing about cars for the best part of 30 years. Steve is also a regular contributor to BBC TV and radio programmes, and is a judge on Auto Bild’s Golden Steering Wheel awards and a World Car of the Year juror.

New Volkswagen Polo 2017 prototype review
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New Volkswagen Polo 2017 prototype review

We take an exclusive drive in the next-generation version of VW’s Polo supermini and deliver the first verdict on this crucial model
Road tests
18 Apr 2017
BMW M760Li xDrive 2017 review
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BMW M760Li xDrive 2017 review

Luxury BMW M760Li xDrive flagship is the brand’s fastest ever car, but does it feel it?
Road tests
16 Feb 2017
Long-term test: Volvo XC90
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Long-term test: Volvo XC90

Final report: if you or your employer has the cash, the Volvo XC90 SUV is truly brilliant
Long-term tests
24 Jan 2017
New VW up! GTI prototype review
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New VW up! GTI prototype review

It’s finally coming, the Volkswagen up! GTI is the hot version of VW’s zesty city car and we’ve driven the prototype…
Road tests
16 Dec 2016
New Volkswagen Arteon prototype review
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New Volkswagen Arteon prototype review

The Volkswagen CC 4-door coupe is being replaced by the bigger, plusher Volkswagen Arteon. We take the prototype for a spin...
Road tests
15 Dec 2016
New Lexus LC 500h 2017 review
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New Lexus LC 500h 2017 review

The striking new Lexus LC 500h takes an innovative approach to hybrid performance
Road tests
8 Dec 2016
New 2017 VW Atlas: giant SUV could be set for Europe
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New 2017 VW Atlas: giant SUV could be set for Europe

Volkswagen's five-meter long seven-seater Atlas SUV could add to VW’s increasing SUV line-up in Europe but UK sales are still unlikely
News
2 Dec 2016
New Nissan Micra 2016 review
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New Nissan Micra 2016 review

We get behind the wheel of late pre-production prototype of Nissan’s new Fiesta rival
Road tests
23 Nov 2016
New Citroen C3 2016 review
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New Citroen C3 2016 review

With a fresh, funky approach, the new Citroen C3 aims to shake-up the supermini market and its key rivals should be worried
Road tests
22 Nov 2016
Honda Civic Si could preview a reborn Type S
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Honda Civic Si could preview a reborn Type S

The warmed-up Civic hatch will go on sale in the US but could come to Europe badged as a Type S
News
17 Nov 2016
Testing new Land Rover Discovery's Advanced Trailer Assist
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Testing new Land Rover Discovery's Advanced Trailer Assist

Our first taste of the new Discovery behind the wheel comes as we try new trailer parking tech
News
17 Nov 2016
Aston Martin's amazing rebirth
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Aston Martin's amazing rebirth

Two years after Andy Palmer took over at Aston Martin, we speak to the staff helping to rejuvenate the British brand
Features
7 Nov 2016
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LeEco LeSee Tesla rival to star in Transformers film
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LeEco LeSee Tesla rival to star in Transformers film

LeEco is a Chinese tech firm working with Aston Martin on new electric and autonomous cars
News
20 Oct 2016
Renault Kadjar Renaultsport to head hot SUV range
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Renault Kadjar Renaultsport to head hot SUV range

Renault is planning hot Renaultsport versions of its Kadjar and Captur SUVs with the help of Nissan's NISMO tuning arm
News
16 Oct 2016
New Aston Martin DB11 2016 review
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New Aston Martin DB11 2016 review

Beautiful British Aston Martin DB11 driven for the first time on UK roads
Road tests
23 Sep 2016
New Kia Niro hybrid on sale now from £21,295

New Kia Niro hybrid on sale now from £21,295

Kia's first petrol-electric crossover is available to order now, and promises up to 74.3mpg
News
19 Jul 2016
New Infiniti QX70 Ultimate 2016 review
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New Infiniti QX70 Ultimate 2016 review

Luxurious touches might be in the new Infiniti QX70 Ultimate's favour, but little else is
Road tests
21 Jun 2016
New Audi Q2 2016 review
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New Audi Q2 2016 review

The small SUV segment has a new entrant in the shape of the Audi Q2, and it'll be a tough act to beat
Road tests
28 May 2016
“Bentley's Bentayga is brilliant but it should feel unique"
Opinion: Bentley bentayga

“Bentley's Bentayga is brilliant but it should feel unique"

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler explains what Aston Martin and Rolls-Royce’s forthcoming luxury SUVs can learn from Bentley’s Bentayga.
Opinion
11 May 2016
China-only Jaguar XF L unveiled at Beijing Motor Show
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China-only Jaguar XF L unveiled at Beijing Motor Show

Long wheelbase Jaguar XF makes Beijing debut but it won't get a UK release any time soon
News
26 Apr 2016
Geely set to launch SUV in the UK within two years
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Geely set to launch SUV in the UK within two years

Chinese car maker Geely will launch a European designed, Chinese built SUV model in 2017
News
26 Apr 2016
Jaguar XF 2.0D diesel 2016 review
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Jaguar XF 2.0D diesel 2016 review

Jaguar's XF is setting a high standard in the executive saloon class, even in economical 2.0d guise
Road tests
8 Apr 2016
Kia Niro pre-production 2016 review
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Kia Niro pre-production 2016 review

We hit the road in the Kia Niro hybrid crossover to see if the Toyota Prius should be worried
Road tests
29 Mar 2016
Long-term test: Range Rover Sport
Long-term test: Range Rover Sport

Long-term test: Range Rover Sport

Final report: Big SUV has made quite a splash in its year on our fleet
Long-term tests
13 Jan 2016
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VW recalls will have 'negligible effect'
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VW recalls will have 'negligible effect'

New VW leadership team outlines future for VW group and how it will look after customers after 'Dieselgate'
News
10 Dec 2015
Magnificent Seven: Vauxhall Astra through the generations
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Magnificent Seven: Vauxhall Astra through the generations

We take a look at the Astra's seven design-leading generations with styling chief Mark Adams
Features
9 Dec 2015
Tesla Model S 70D review
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Tesla Model S 70D review

The entry-level Tesla Model S opens the unique Tesla experience up to buyers with £50k to spend
Road tests
2 Oct 2015
Tesla Model S P90D review
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Tesla Model S P90D review

We get behind wheel of the Tesla Model S P90D: an all-electric saloon with supercar performance
Road tests
25 Sep 2015
New Vauxhall Astra 2015 review

New Vauxhall Astra 2015 review

First drive on UK roads proves new Astra delivers on its looks and is set to be a real class contender
Road tests
21 Sep 2015
What’s the difference between Kia and Hyundai?

What’s the difference between Kia and Hyundai?

Ex-BMW M boss now in the hot seat at Kia and Hyundai reveals how he’ll differentiate Korean brands
News
16 Sep 2015
Honda Jazz EX Navi review
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Honda Jazz EX Navi review

New Honda Jazz supermini hopes to be the Honda you can buy with your heart and your head
Road tests
10 Sep 2015
Abarth adds spice to Fiats, but what about other models?
Opinion Fiat Abarth

Abarth adds spice to Fiats, but what about other models?

The 124 Spider proves Fiat has a heart, but Steve Fowler wants to see more that the brand could offer to mainstream buyers
Opinion
22 Jul 2015
New Tesla Model S Ludicrous Mode is “faster than falling”

New Tesla Model S Ludicrous Mode is “faster than falling”

Elon Musk announces Ludicrous mode for Tesla Model S, plus new entry-level car
News
17 Jul 2015
Renault's F1 future in doubt as it ups Formula E investment

Renault's F1 future in doubt as it ups Formula E investment

Renault boss Carlos Ghosn says Formula E is a big part of the brand's motorsport plans but Formula One future is unclear
News
28 Jun 2015
Nissan Leaf to increase range up to 250-miles

Nissan Leaf to increase range up to 250-miles

Nissan is set to offer a choice of Leafs with different batteries increasing the electric car's range up to the 250-mile mark
News
26 Jun 2015