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Steve Walker

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

Steve says…

“Right now is a great time to be writing and creating content about cars. We’ve seen a lot of huge changes in the industry and there are more to come, so keeping Auto Express readers informed while helping them make the best possible car buying decisions is a challenge and a real pleasure.”

Steve Walker’s main areas of expertise

  • Family cars  
  • Vans and pick-up trucks
  • Electric cars 
  • Social media
  • Car content and audiences

Steve Walker Q&A

Q: What was your first car?

A: "It was a white Citroen AX in the ultra-basic Debut spec - body-coloured interior, manual choke, radio cassette, that was about it as far as the equipment list went. The simplicity of it probably helped but it was quite a reliable car and the 1.0-litre engine didn’t mind being worked hard."

Q: What is your dream car? 

A: "Always a difficult question. If we’re sticking within the realms of possibility, i’d love a BMW 535d Touring. If it’s money no object, how about a Ferrari F12 TDF?"

Q: If you could change one thing about cars, driving or the car industry today what would it be?

A: "Almost nothing annoys me more than dodgy lane discipline on motorways but the main one is that i’d like to see legislators do more to encourage lighter, more efficient cars - they’re getting too big and heavy. "

Social media and e-mail

Today’s car market is absolute chaos, and that spells opportunity for the clever buyer
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Today’s car market is absolute chaos, and that spells opportunity for the clever buyer

Head of digital content Steve Walker reckons canny buyers should be taking advantage of the tempting finance offers and price cuts available on new ca…
Opinion
2 Jan 2025
Big new plan for DS: beat the Germans and join the car market’s premium elite
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Big new plan for DS: beat the Germans and join the car market’s premium elite

DS has a new plan to gain market acceptance for its very French approach to premium cars. Will being the “Louis Vuitton of automotive” work?
News
12 Dec 2024
New DS No7 SUV due in 2025 with focus on comfort and efficiency
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New DS No7 SUV due in 2025 with focus on comfort and efficiency

The next arrival in DS’ mini-revolution following the launch of the new DS No8 will be the DS No7, and it’s coming soon
News
12 Dec 2024
New Polestar 5: specs and full details on the Porsche Taycan rival
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New Polestar 5: specs and full details on the Porsche Taycan rival

Polestar’s UK-developed 5 is going to take the fight to the big players at the top of the premium performance EV class. Here’s what we know now…
News
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Nissan Qashqai - Reliability and safety
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Nissan Qashqai - Reliability and safety

Standard safety kit is excellent, and it's helped the Nissan Qashqai achieve a five-star Euro NCAP rating
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Best and worst retro cars
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Best and worst retro cars

Retro designs are in fashion, and some of them really hit the mark. Our team picks their retro winners
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New Jaguar GT concept leaked online ahead of official reveal
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The all-electric Jaguar concept adopts bold new styling direction and showcases polarising new logo
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Find and buy your next car with Auto Express
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Find and buy your next car with Auto Express

With the launch of Find a Car, Auto Express, your number one source for car news and reviews, can help you buy a car as well
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Dacia Duster named Carbuyer Car of the Year for 2025
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Dacia Duster named Carbuyer Car of the Year for 2025

The Carbuyer Best Car Awards 2025 winners have been announced, and it’s good news for Dacia
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Volkswagen Golf R review
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Volkswagen Golf R review

The top dog in the VW Golf range now has bark, bite and a more waggly tail
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New Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport 2024 review: FWD hot hatch fun
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New Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport 2024 review: FWD hot hatch fun

The hottest front-wheel-drive Golf has sharpened up its act in facelifted Mk8.5 form, and it was pretty sharp to begin with
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New Caterham Project V: all-electric sports car to get Yamaha power
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New Caterham Project V: all-electric sports car to get Yamaha power

Caterham’s bold new future will see an electric coupe join its ranks with a Yamaha-developed powertrain
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2 Oct 2024
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If used car buyers weren’t so boring, we could all have more colourful cars
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If used car buyers weren’t so boring, we could all have more colourful cars

The UK’s used car buyers should snap out of their grey stupor and choose more exciting car colours, for the greater good
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What do you think about selling a car in the UK?

Take our survey and let us know your views on the process and options for car selling in the UK.
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Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE long-term test: plush family EV is under pressure from newer rivals
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Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE long-term test: plush family EV is under pressure from newer rivals

Final report: our time with the big Nissan EV was good, but not great
Long-term tests
18 Sep 2024
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Haggling, time wasters and disputes over condition: the most common private car sale pitfalls

Selling a car privately can yield a better price than part-exchange, but our survey underlines that there are potential risks
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10 Sep 2024
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How to use the hard shoulder

It's the emptiest lane on the UK's motorways, but do you know what you need to do if you stop on the hard shoulder? We explain all...
Tips & advice
10 Sep 2024
What paperwork do I need to sell my car in the UK?
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What paperwork do I need to sell my car in the UK?

Our checklist of the documents you need to sell your car will help you make sure that you don’t miss anything when making that sale
Tips & advice
6 Sep 2024
The secrets of getting the best part exchange price for your car
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The secrets of getting the best part exchange price for your car

If you’re thinking of buying a new car and using your old one as part exchange, this is the guide for you…
Tips & advice
6 Sep 2024
New look Auto Express launched today
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The UK’s favourite car magazine has an exciting new look online and in print. You’ll find great new features bundled together with the same in-depth, …
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4 Sep 2024
New Car Awards 2024: the winners
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New Car Awards 2024: the winners

The best new cars on sale in 2024 are right here. These are the winners of the 2024 New Car Awards…
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​Your electric car questions answered - the ultimate EV FAQ guide
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​Your electric car questions answered - the ultimate EV FAQ guide

Thinking of buying an electric car? You’ve probably got some questions, but we’ve got the answers
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Nissan Qashqai e-Power review: clever hybrid is a competent all-rounder
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Nissan Qashqai e-Power review: clever hybrid is a competent all-rounder

The Nissan Qashqai e-Power's innovative powertrain works well, offering a smooth EV-like driving experience
Road tests
17 Jun 2024
Dacia’s Duster is Britain’s best car to own as Driver Power 2024 survey results land
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Dacia’s Duster is Britain’s best car to own as Driver Power 2024 survey results land

Owners have voted the Dacia Duster as the most satisfying new car to own in the 2024 Driver Power customer satisfaction survey
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Nissan plots “electric car game changer” with solid state batteries due on sale in 2028
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Nissan plots “electric car game changer” with solid state batteries due on sale in 2028

Nissan is setting its stall out to become a market leader in solid state batteries, a technology that could transform the global EV market
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New Nissan Qashqai 2024 facelift review: updates make popular SUV more appealing

The updated Nissan Qashqai gets a new look and some significant tech improvements
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With the 2024 results of the Driver Power car customer satisfaction survey about to land, let’s take a look at which cars have triumphed down the year…
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Honda e:Ny1 review
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Honda e:Ny1 review

The Honda e:Ny1 is a bit of a mixed bag in the competitive compact electric SUV class
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20 May 2024
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How much do driving lessons cost?

Your guide to the cost of driving lessons, and how much money you’ll need to pass your test and get your licence
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14 May 2024
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Fastest charging electric cars on sale in the UK

There are caveats around maximum charging speeds of electric cars but the quickest charging models will generally help you spend less time hanging abo…
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Skoda Karoq review
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The Skoda Karoq provides plenty of practicality and all the equipment mid-size SUV buyers would need for a reasonable price
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Carwow Sell My Car: How it works and how to get the best price
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Carwow is probably best known as a place to buy cars but it can sell your car, too. Here’s how Carwow Sell My Car works…
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Car Deal of the Day: Funky little Citroen C3 Aircross for £147 per month
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Citroen’s comfy and distinctive little crossover looks a bargain at £147 per month and that secures it Car Deal of the Day status…
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If the surveys are to be believed, almost nothing annoys motorists like middle-lane hogging. Here’s the lowdown on what it is and why you really shoul…
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