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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 Honda HR-V Sport 2019 review

The new flagship Honda HR-V Sport arrives with styling tweaks and 180bhp, but is it worth the extra money?

Road tests

22 May 2019

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New Mazda 3 2019 review

The sleek new Mazda 3 takes the fight to the VW Golf and Ford Focus, but is it as good as it looks on British roads?

Road tests

17 May 2019

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New all-electric Kia coupe-SUV on the way

Electric Kia range-topper to be inspired by the Imagine concept, and our exclusive images preview how it could look

News

10 May 2019

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Volvo V60 D3 Momentum Pro: long-term test

Final report: some tech issues aside, our Volvo V60 D3 Momentum Pro estate has been a hit

Long-term tests

3 May 2019

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New Toyota Corolla Touring Sports 2019 review

We discover if the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports hybrid estate is good enough to challenge its Ford Focus or Volkswagen Golf competitors

Road tests

3 May 2019

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New 2019 Ford Ranger Raptor: UK prices and specs revealed

Rugged and rapid Ford Ranger Raptor arrives in the UK this summer

News

30 Apr 2019

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New Audi A6 Black Edition variants launched

The new Audi A6 turns to the dark side with the return of Black Edition trim, which adds new alloys and plenty of black touches

News

25 Apr 2019

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New Dacia Sandero Stepway Techroad 2019 review

Is the new range-topping Dacia Sandero Stepway Techroad worth the extra cash?

Road tests

12 Apr 2019

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New BMW 8 Series Convertible 2019 review

Is the new BMW 8 Series Convertible just as compelling as the Coupe? We find out…

Road tests

10 Apr 2019

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New BMW 7 Series facelift 2019 review

How does the facelifted BMW 7 Series limo compare with its Mercedes S-Class and Audi A8 rivals?

Road tests

2 Apr 2019

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Long range Nissan Leaf e+ to cost £35,895 in the UK

The Nissan Leaf e+, which offers a 239-mile range, is now a permanent fixture following a strong customer response

News

2 Apr 2019

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Audi e-tron Sportback range launches in UK from £79,900

Zero-emission Audi e-tron Sportback coupe SUV to launch in high-spec trim levels only; priced at roughly £3,600 more than the existing equivalent e-tr…

News

31 Mar 2019

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New Mercedes S 560 e L 2019 review

With 25 miles of pure electric range, is the new plug-in Mercedes S 560 e L the ultimate green limo?

Road tests

29 Mar 2019

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New Volvo V60 Cross Country 2019 review

We hit British roads and trails in Volvo's latest V60 Cross Country rugged estate

Road tests

8 Mar 2019

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New SEAT Formentor to join Cupra version in 2020

SEAT will add a coupe-SUV to its fold, and the car has already been revealed with Cupra badges

News

5 Mar 2019

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Nissan to skip plug-in hybrid technology

Nissan is not planning to utilise new plug-in hybrid drivetrains being developed by Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi group

News

5 Mar 2019

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New 180bhp Honda HR-V Sport: UK prices revealed

Honda's hot HR-V lands in the UK this April, and can do 0-62mph in 7.8 seconds

News

25 Feb 2019

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New Ford Focus Active 2019 review

We drive the Ford Focus Active in the UK to see whether or not this is a crossover that actually makes sense

Road tests

20 Feb 2019

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New DS 3 Crossback: UK prices and specs revealed

The new DS 3 Crossback joins the DS 7 in the brand’s SUV line-up, with an all-electric E-Tense model to follow

News

8 Feb 2019

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New S Edition trim added to Renault Captur range

New style focused trim level adds a bit of flair to ageing Renault Captur crossover, which will be replaced next year

News

6 Feb 2019

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New Nissan Micra N-Sport 2019 review

The new Nissan Micra N-Sport warm hatch has arrived as part of a series of updates to the Micra range. We try it out...

Road tests

31 Jan 2019

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New Porsche Macan 2019 review

Diesel’s out and petrol’s in for the new entry-level Porsche Macan SUV, but is it an improvement? We find out..

Road tests

25 Jan 2019

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MINI Cooper 5-Door: long-term test

Final report: Departure of our MINI Cooper 5-door makes it an unhappy start to 2019

Long-term tests

22 Jan 2019

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New Audi TT Coupe 2019 review

Will a mild facelift do anything to dent the ever popular Audi TT's stylish appeal?

Road tests

17 Jan 2019

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Prices revealed for new 2019 Hyundai i30 Fastback N

272bhp i30 Fastback N arrives with £500 premium over hatchback sibling

News

14 Jan 2019

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New Mercedes GLC 250 2019 review

Does the petrol-powered Mercedes GLC 250 SUV make sense? We hit the road to find out...

Road tests

17 Dec 2018

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New BMW X5 M50d 2019 review

We’ve driven the new top-spec BMW X5 to see if it’s worth the premium over the rest of the range

Road tests

5 Dec 2018

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700bhp Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk on sale now

Just 20 right-hand-drive examples of Jeep's super-SUV heading to the UK this year, with more to follow in 2019

News

4 Dec 2018

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New 2019 Toyota RAV4: UK prices and specifications revealed

Toyota's new RAV4 arrives in UK Toyota showrooms in April, with all-wheel-drive versions coming too

News

3 Dec 2018

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New one-off Ferrari SP3JC revealed with 6.3-litre 769bhp V12

Bespoke Ferrari SP3JC is based on the F12tdf, and gets a Pop Art inspired livery

News

29 Nov 2018

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New Volkswagen Polo GTI 2018 review

In the aftermath of the Ford Fiesta ST’s arrival, the latest VW Polo GTI lays its cards on the table

Road tests

29 Nov 2018

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New 2020 Jeep Gladiator pick-up truck revealed

The rugged Jeep Gladiator pick-up launches in America late next year, before arriving in Europe in 2020

News

29 Nov 2018

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Kia Stinger GT-Line 2.0 petrol review

Despite the smaller engine and lower list price, Kia’s most affordable Stinger retains much of its charm

Road tests

28 Nov 2018

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New Mitsubishi Shogun Sport 2018 review

Seven-seat Mitsubishi Shogun Sport returns to the UK, but can’t match rivals for comfort or economy

Road tests

28 Nov 2018