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Steve Walker

As Group web editor, Steve looks after the Auto Express, Carbuyer, evo and Driving Electric websites. That means planning new content, growing online traffic and managing the web teams. He’s been a motoring journalist and editor for close to 20 years, contributing to a series of leading titles over that time including MSN Cars, Auto Trader, The Scotsman and The Wall Street Journal.

e-mail: steve_walker@autovia.co.uk

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Vauxhall Combo van

New Vauxhall Combo-e van 2021 review

Electric power adds another dimension to the impressive Vauxhall Combo, one that might persuade more operators to make the switch to an all-electric v…

18 Oct 2021

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Vauxhall Combo Life MPV

New Vauxhall Combo-e Life 2021 review

Adding an electric powertrain to Vauxhall’s Combo Life MPV creates a fine family utility vehicle, if you don’t mind driving a van

18 Oct 2021

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Road tests

New Audi A6 S line 2021 review

S line trim makes the Audi A6 look and feel that little bit sportier and the appeal isn’t hard to see

27 Sep 2021

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Mazda MX-30

Mazda MX-30 GT Sport Tech: long-term test review

Second report: our Mazda MX-30 is making us feel guilty after we chickened out of taking it on a holiday road-trip

17 Sep 2021

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Land Rover Discovery Sport D180: long-term test review

Final report: fuel economy aside, we’ve been impressed with our practical and upmarket Land Rover Discovery Sport

24 Aug 2021

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Used Car Guide

Buying a used car: your complete guide

Buying a used car from a dealer or privately isn’t always easy. So here is our advice and tips on how to buy your dream second-hand motor

9 Jun 2021

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Tips & advice

Catalytic converters explained: how they work and theft prevention

Catalytic converters help clean your car’s exhaust emissions using chemical reactions with precious metals, but thefts are on the rise...

14 May 2021

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Ford Transit Connect

Ford Transit Connect van

The Transit Connect offers car-like handling and road manners, with a decent load capacity and lots of available tech

13 May 2021

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Ford Transit

Ford Transit van review

A great drive, impressive efficiency and loads of tech all help to keep the Transit legend alive

12 May 2021

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News

Voice of motorsport, Murray Walker dies age 97

Legendary F1 commentator Murray Walker has died.

13 Mar 2021

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Ford Transit Custom

Ford Transit Custom van review

The Ford Transit Custom now features car-like tech to challenge the VW Transporter and Mercedes Vito for class honours

30 Jan 2021

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First Cars

Practical driving test tips: how to prepare and pass

Are you ready for your practical driving test? Prepare for the big day with our guide and top tips.

17 Dec 2020

Long-term test review: SEAT Ateca - first report dealer

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Tips & advice

Buying a new car - your complete guide

Our top tips for buying a new car, whether it's from a dealer, online broker, or a car supermarket

26 Nov 2020

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Tips & advice

Car finance deals explained

A comprehensive guide to hire purchase, PCP, contract hire and more, for anyone buying a new car on finance

24 Nov 2020

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Mercedes Vito

Mercedes Vito van review

The Mercedes Vito is a practical mid-sized van with the kind of quality you'd expect from the German maker

22 Nov 2020

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Volvo S60 Saloon

Volvo S60 T8 Twin Engine: long-term test review

Final report: lockdown life proved benefits of plug-in hybrid Volvo S60

12 Nov 2020

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Mitsubishi L200

Mitsubishi L200 pick-up review

The Mitsubishi L200 pick-up truck offers good value and a wide range of ability

25 Oct 2020

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First Cars

How to get your driving licence

This is our simple, step-by-step guide to learning to drive and getting your full UK driving licence

23 Sep 2020

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First Cars

Intensive driving courses: the ultimate guide

Are intensive driving courses a good way to get a driving licence? We guide you through the options to help you pass the practical test.

23 Sep 2020

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Electric cars

Bollinger Deliver-E to swell the electric van ranks

Electric car start-up Bollinger is set to supplement its electric SUV and pick-up truck range with a van, the Bollinger Deliver-E.

28 Aug 2020

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Aston Martin

Aston Martin DB5 Junior is a £42,000, 40mph+ electric toy car

Little Car Company and Aston Martin pair up to create DB5 Junior with up to 40 miles of range

27 Aug 2020

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Features

Carl Cox on cars - superstar DJ opens up on his automotive passion

Globally renowned DJ Carl Cox joined the Auto Express podcast team for an unforgettable chat about his life in cars, and bikes...

24 Jul 2020

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Best cars & vans

The 10 best retro cars

Old-school design themes have given us come of the best loved cars of recent years, here's our pick of the best retro cars

2 Jul 2020

Skoda Superb long-term test - Android Auto

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Tips & advice

What is Android Auto? Full review and user guide

What is Google's Android Auto and how does it enhance infotainment and sat-nav for UK drivers?

11 Jun 2020

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Tips & advice

Latest live M25 traffic news

Live M25 traffic reports, plus the latest news on M25 accidents, delays, congestion and snow

4 Jun 2020

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Tips & advice

What is a clearway? Urban clearways, clearways and red routes explained

If you’re unsure of the difference between a clearway, an urban clearway and a red route, you’ve come to the right place.

3 Jun 2020

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Consumer news

Driving eyesight rules explained

What is the minimum vision standard required to drive on UK roads? And how can you check your own eyesight before driving?

26 May 2020

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Opinion

'We all love sports cars, but not enough of us buy them'

Renault could kill off the lovely Alpine A110 and that seems crazy, until you look at the reality of building and selling sports cars today.

21 May 2020

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News

Welcome to the all-new Auto Express website

The new autoexpress.co.uk website is faster, more advanced and finely tuned to perfectly showcase the content that you love.

2 Mar 2020

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Land Rover Range Rover SUV

New Range Rover P400 Vogue 2020 review

The Range Rover P400 comes with a mild-hybrid, turbocharged and supercharged straight-six - we find out if it's the sweet spot of the range

18 Feb 2020

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Volkswagen Transporter

Volkswagen Transporter van review

The Volkswagen Transporter is a class act in the mid-sized panel van class, its refinement, comfort and technology all stand out

31 Jan 2020

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Peugeot Boxer

The Peugeot Boxer van has been around for some time, but latest Euro 6 engines help it take the fight to newer rivals

13 Jan 2020

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Lamborghini Huracan

New Lamborghini Huracan EVO Rear-Wheel-Drive on the way

Lamborghini is bringing more driver focus to its Huracan EVO range in the shape of the Lamborghini Huracan EVO Rear-Wheel-Drive (RWD)...

4 Jan 2020

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Hyundai Santa Fe SUV

Hyundai Santa Fe Premium SE: long-term test review

Final report: Hyundai Santa Fe is a fine family car, but surprisingly expensive

25 Oct 2019