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James Brodie

James has been with Auto Express since 2016, beginning as an assistant to the news and reviews teams. He has progressed up to his present role of news and reviews editor, so is now responsible for crafting plenty of the words you read weekly in the magazine and on autoexpress.co.uk. James provides first drive reviews, in-depth official news and scoops gleaned from grilling car bosses at motor shows, while also travelling far and wide to deliver the latest stories.

e-mail: james_brodie@autovia.co.uk

New Toyota bz4x electric SUV gets official 317-mile range
Toyota bZ4x - front

New Toyota bz4x electric SUV gets official 317-mile range

Two versions of Toyota’s electric SUV will it UK roads this June
News
4 Apr 2022
New MINI prototype ride review
MINI prototype - front

New MINI prototype ride review

We get taken for a ride in the passenger seat of the new all-electric MINI Hatch as it starts to take shape ahead of its 2023 arrival
Road tests
22 Mar 2022
Refreshed Volkswagen T-Roc goes on sale from £25,000
Volkswagen T-Roc facelift - front

Refreshed Volkswagen T-Roc goes on sale from £25,000

The Volkswagen T-Roc SUV has been updated for 2022 with a new dashboard and infotainment, while the Cabriolet and hot R versions are still included in…
News
3 Mar 2022
New special edition Renault Captur Rive Gauche trim launched
Renault Captur Rive Gauche - front

New special edition Renault Captur Rive Gauche trim launched

Available to order now, the new range topping Renault Captur Rive Gauche trim comes with glossy black styling and upgraded tech
News
2 Mar 2022
Aston Martin Vantage and DBX to return as F1 safety cars in 2022
Aston Martin safety car

Aston Martin Vantage and DBX to return as F1 safety cars in 2022

Formula One will see Aston Martin's Vantage sports car and DBX SUV lead the pack again in 2022
News
24 Feb 2022
New BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 2022 review
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer - front

New BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 2022 review

The new BMW 2 Series gets mild-hybrid technology to prove there’s life in the MPV class yet
Road tests
22 Feb 2022
New Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge 2022 review
Volvo XC60 T8 PHEV - front

New Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge 2022 review

The Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge’s improved powertrain brings a boost in all-electric range and fuel economy
Road tests
11 Feb 2022
New 2022 Aston Martin DBX707 storms in with 697bhp
AstonMartin DBX707

New 2022 Aston Martin DBX707 storms in with 697bhp

Aston’s DBX SUV gets even hotter with a revised V8 engine, updated suspension and a racy makeover
News
1 Feb 2022
New 2022 SsangYong Korando e-Motion: UK prices and specs revealed
SsangYong Korando EV

New 2022 SsangYong Korando e-Motion: UK prices and specs revealed

New SsangYong Korando compact electric SUV is almost here, and will be available in Britain in three specifications
News
25 Jan 2022
New 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor storms in with more than 400bhp
Ford Bronco Raptor - off-road

New 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor storms in with more than 400bhp

More aggressive, Ford Performance-developed Bronco Raptor goes on sale in the USA in March
News
24 Jan 2022
New Jeep Renegade and Compass e-Hybrids revealed
Jeep Renegade and Compass e-Hybrids

New Jeep Renegade and Compass e-Hybrids revealed

Jeep adds conventional hybrid power to Renegade and Compass line-ups, on sale in UK now
News
20 Jan 2022
New 2022 Ford Mondeo revealed for Chinese market
Ford Mondeo 2022 - front

New 2022 Ford Mondeo revealed for Chinese market

Ford Mondeo family car gets big makeover for fifth generation, but it won’t go on sale in Europe
News
17 Jan 2022
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New Hyundai Bayon 2021 review
Hyundai Bayon - front cornering

New Hyundai Bayon 2021 review

The Hyundai Bayon sits at the bottom of the Korean firm's extensive SUV range, can it challenge in the competitive crossover segment?
Road tests
26 Nov 2021
Land Rover Defender 110 X-Dynamic S P400e PHEV 2021 review
Land Rover Defender P400e PHEV - front

Land Rover Defender 110 X-Dynamic S P400e PHEV 2021 review

The new plug-in hybrid Land Rover Defender P400e boasts 398bhp and up to 27 miles of pure electric driving
Road tests
26 Nov 2021
Toyota Yaris Cross Design 2021 review
Toyota Yaris Cross - front

Toyota Yaris Cross Design 2021 review

The new Toyota Yaris Cross has arrived in the UK, but what's it like on the road? We find out...
Road tests
26 Nov 2021
2022 Mercedes EQB electric SUV prices revealed
Mercedes EQB - front

2022 Mercedes EQB electric SUV prices revealed

Mercedes releases prices and specifications for electric EQB seven-seat SUV
News
25 Nov 2021
New Lexus NX 450h+ 2021 review
Lexus NX 450h+ - front

New Lexus NX 450h+ 2021 review

Does plug-in hybrid tech improve the new Lexus NX? We find out...
Road tests
18 Nov 2021
New MG ZS EV 2021 review
MG ZS EV - front

New MG ZS EV 2021 review

The Long Range version of the facelifted MG SZ EV could be a game-changer for the fast-growing manufacturer
Road tests
12 Nov 2021
ZipCharge reveals ‘portable’ electric car charging station
ZipCharge

ZipCharge reveals ‘portable’ electric car charging station

The ZipCharge Go is a travel case sized charging station that provides 8kWh of power and will be priced similarly to a home wallbox
News
3 Nov 2021
MINI’s bold future to include small MPV based on Urbanaut concept
Mini Maxi - front (watermarked)

MINI’s bold future to include small MPV based on Urbanaut concept

MINI has revealed that it will introduce a ‘new vehicle concept’ prioritising space and versatility and our exclusive images preview how it could look
News
2 Nov 2021
Plans for new Skoda Fabia Estate cancelled as Czech firms focuses on EVs
Skoda Fabia estate

Plans for new Skoda Fabia Estate cancelled as Czech firms focuses on EVs

Skoda's increasing range of electric cars and CO2 regulations appears to have killed off plans for the Fabia Combi
News
26 Oct 2021
Smart Concept #1 previews 2023 electric SUV
Smart SUV concept

Smart Concept #1 previews 2023 electric SUV

Smart concept points to new direction for the brand under joint Daimler and Geely ownership
News
6 Oct 2021
Car brands that you haven't heard of
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Car brands that you haven't heard of

Making a new car company can be tricky - here are few alternative brands looking to catch your eye
Features
27 Sep 2021
New Genesis G70 2021 review
Genesis G70 - front

New Genesis G70 2021 review

We find out if the new Genesis G70 can mount a challenge to the compact executive establishment
Road tests
22 Sep 2021
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Convertible Fiat 500X Dolcevita confirmed for UK market
Fiat 500X Dolcevita - rear

Convertible Fiat 500X Dolcevita confirmed for UK market

The open-top version of the Fiat 500X crossover has a roof that can open in 15 seconds flat
News
17 Sep 2021
Citroen New C3 small SUV revealed for developing markets
Citroen C3 small SUV - front

Citroen New C3 small SUV revealed for developing markets

The Citroen New C3 model is separate to the European supermini and comes with a 10-inch touchscreen and a big boot for its size
News
16 Sep 2021
New Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 surges into Munich with 751bhp
Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 - Munich front

New Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 surges into Munich with 751bhp

The new Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 is the AMG division's first fully electric performance car, and it arrives with 751bhp and a 3.4-second 0-62mph time
News
6 Sep 2021
Geneva Motor Show to launch Qatar exhibition in 2022
Geneva Motor Show

Geneva Motor Show to launch Qatar exhibition in 2022

Geneva Motor Show heads to the middle east with a spin-off event planned in Doha every two years from 2022 or 2023
News
25 Aug 2021
New 2021 Genesis GV70 SUV to go on sale from £39,450
Genesis GV70 - front

New 2021 Genesis GV70 SUV to go on sale from £39,450

Prices have been revealed for the BMW X3-rivalling Genesis GV70 mid-size SUV
News
25 Aug 2021
New Kia Soul EV Maxx model arrives
Kia Soul EV Maxx front

New Kia Soul EV Maxx model arrives

The Kia Soul EV model updates swap the old First Edition for the new Maxx model with 280-mile range unchanged
News
19 Aug 2021
Electrogenic reveals electric Citroen DS conversion with up to 200-mile range
Electrogenic Citroen DS - front

Electrogenic reveals electric Citroen DS conversion with up to 200-mile range

Electrogenic's Citroen DS conversion includes an updated hydro-pneumatic suspension with a silent electric pump system
News
28 Jul 2021
Land Rover Defender 110 V8 2021 review
Land Rover Defender V8 - front

Land Rover Defender 110 V8 2021 review

The new rapid Land Rover Defender V8 flagship dishes up a supercharged soundtrack
Road tests
20 Jul 2021
Hot new Hyundai i20 N on sale in the UK now from £24,995
Hyundai i20 N

Hot new Hyundai i20 N on sale in the UK now from £24,995

Hyundai’s new hot supermini hits the market with an all-inclusive approach to equipment
News
17 Jun 2021
New 2021 BMW X4 facelift arrives with new look inside and out
BMW X4 - front tracking

New 2021 BMW X4 facelift arrives with new look inside and out

The updated BMW X4 line-up gets a new look and now comes with hot petrol and diesel options
News
8 Jun 2021