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Sam Naylor

Senior reviewer Sam Naylor is part of the Auto Express road test team. He spends most of his time driving and writing about the newest cars on the market for our group tests. He's been part of the team since 2013 and has focused on web content, news and reviews in differing roles over the years.

e-mail: sam_naylor@dennis.co.uk  

Mercedes E-Class review
Mercedes E-Class E 300 e - main image

Mercedes E-Class review

The Mercedes E-Class brings more tech than ever before, and it’s still a great long-distance cruiser
In-depth reviews
8 Aug 2024
How to check tyre age: are old tyres dangerous?
Alfa Romeo tyres

How to check tyre age: are old tyres dangerous?

Driving a car on old tyres is not recommended. Here’s how to check the age of yours
Tips & advice
7 Aug 2024
What is ANPR? Automatic Number Plate Recognition and how it works
ANPR camera

What is ANPR? Automatic Number Plate Recognition and how it works

Find out more about Automatic Number Plate Recognition tech, which is widely used on UK roads
Tips & advice
7 Aug 2024
Mercedes EQS review
Mercedes EQS - front

Mercedes EQS review

The Mercedes EQS is luxurious and quiet but can’t match rivals from the other German car makers
In-depth reviews
30 Jul 2024
Do electric cars have gears?
Hyundai Ioniq 5 - front cornering

Do electric cars have gears?

All electric cars are automatic, but do they actually have gears? Find out more here
Tips & advice
4 Jul 2024
What is the luxury car tax? Expensive Car Supplement explained
Bentley Flying Spur

What is the luxury car tax? Expensive Car Supplement explained

All you need to know about the UK’s luxury car tax, applied to ‘expensive’ cars costing over £40,000
Tips & advice
2 Jul 2024
What are heat pumps in electric cars? Range-boosting feature explained
MG4 - front tracking

What are heat pumps in electric cars? Range-boosting feature explained

Find out why you might want a heat pump in your next electric car and how they work
Tips & advice
28 Jun 2024
What is double de-clutching?
Pedals

What is double de-clutching?

Double de-clutching is a driving technique for manual cars. Find out how to do it and why
Tips & advice
26 Jun 2024
Range Rover Sport SV Celestial Collection brings Greek mythology to a showroom near you
Range Rover Sport SV Celestial Collection

Range Rover Sport SV Celestial Collection brings Greek mythology to a showroom near you

The new Range Rover Sport SV special edition models look to the cosmos for design inspiration
News
25 Jun 2024
Ford Escort and RS200 return to production at Boreham Motorworks
DRVN Ford Escort and Ford RS200

Ford Escort and RS200 return to production at Boreham Motorworks

Classic Fords to be remastered with the brand’s blessing as brand-new cars, starting with the RS200 and Mk1 Escort
News
24 Jun 2024
What is an Atkinson cycle engine? Pros, cons and how it works
Atkinson cycle engine

What is an Atkinson cycle engine? Pros, cons and how it works

All you need to know about Atkinson cycle engines and why you might want a car that uses one
Tips & advice
20 Jun 2024
What is a Low Traffic Neighbourhood? LTN plans, penalties and controversy explained
London traffic

What is a Low Traffic Neighbourhood? LTN plans, penalties and controversy explained

What is a Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN), why do they exist and how are they made? Find out the answers here…
Tips & advice
19 Jun 2024
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What is Alcantara fabric and is it worth speccing on your new car?
Maserati MC20 Cielo - cabin full of Alcantara

What is Alcantara fabric and is it worth speccing on your new car?

Find out what Alcantara is and if this trim material is worth speccing on your new car
Tips & advice
19 Jun 2024
New Maserati MC20 Icona and MC20 Leggenda special editions mark 20 years of the MC12 hypercar
New Maserati MC20 Icona and MC20 Leggenda together front 3/4

New Maserati MC20 Icona and MC20 Leggenda special editions mark 20 years of the MC12 hypercar

Maserati has announced two new special edition models of the MC20 supercar to mark the 20th anniversary of its MC12 hypercar
News
18 Jun 2024
What is a plug-in hybrid? PHEV technology explained
Mercedes GLC PHEV charging

What is a plug-in hybrid? PHEV technology explained

Learn more about plug-in hybrid cars and vans, also known as PHEVs, how they work and why you should buy one
Tips & advice
18 Jun 2024
New Bentley Continental GT Speed on target for 25 June reveal
Bentley Continental GT teaser

New Bentley Continental GT Speed on target for 25 June reveal

The next version of Bentley Continental GT will be launched with a hybrid powertrain and undersea speed record
News
18 Jun 2024
What is tailgating? Definition, penalties and how to avoid it
Tailgating feature Suzuki swift sport

What is tailgating? Definition, penalties and how to avoid it

Driving too close to the car in front can be dangerous. Here’s all you need to know about tailgating
Tips & advice
17 Jun 2024
Price cut for Renault Kangoo electric van with new look across the range
Renault Kangoo model year 24

Price cut for Renault Kangoo electric van with new look across the range

The Renault Kangoo van range has been updated with a new look and a lower price for E-Tech electric model
News
17 Jun 2024
Suzuki Swace hybrid gets a tiny tech boost
Swace front 3/4

Suzuki Swace hybrid gets a tiny tech boost

Minor upgrades arrive for the Suzuki Swace family car, including a larger display and speed assist tech.
News
17 Jun 2024
What price practicality? Vauxhall Combo Life Electric and Vivaro Life Electric go on sale
Vauxhall Combo Life Electric - front

What price practicality? Vauxhall Combo Life Electric and Vivaro Life Electric go on sale

Prices and specs are announced for the Vauxhall Combo Life and Vivaro Life MPVs in EV form
News
12 Jun 2024
New Vauxhall Mokka Hybrid: quicker, cleaner and yours for just over £25k
Vauxhall Mokka Hybrid - front

New Vauxhall Mokka Hybrid: quicker, cleaner and yours for just over £25k

Vauxhall has launched a new mild hybrid version of its Mokka small SUV, and it’s already available to buy
News
5 Jun 2024
New Dacia Spring: prices, specs and full details revealed
Dacia Spring on Geneva Motor Show stand - front

New Dacia Spring: prices, specs and full details revealed

The all-electric Dacia Spring starts from under £15,000, so it’s Britain’s cheapest EV
News
4 Jun 2024
Hyundai Ioniq 6 review: supercar looks with high-end EV technology
Hyundai Ioniq 6 - front tracking

Hyundai Ioniq 6 review: supercar looks with high-end EV technology

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a very impressive electric car with a unique look and excellent technology
In-depth reviews
1 May 2024
Should you buy a white car?
Citroen C3 Aircross You! - front static

Should you buy a white car?

Is white the right colour for your next car? Here’s what to consider when picking your paint options
Tips & advice
28 Feb 2024
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The Apple car is dead: tech giant’s plans for ‘Project Titan’ self-driving EV hit the buffers
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The Apple car is dead: tech giant’s plans for ‘Project Titan’ self-driving EV hit the buffers

The tech firm reportedly won’t pursue ‘Project Titan’ any longer, despite years of work on its self-driving EV technology
News
28 Feb 2024
Chunky price cut for Cupra Born electric car
Cupra Born 77kWh V3 - front cornering

Chunky price cut for Cupra Born electric car

The Cupra Born electric family car has had its range simplified and prices slashed
News
27 Feb 2024
Wheel bearing noise - what causes it and what to do?
Kia Rio wheel

Wheel bearing noise - what causes it and what to do?

If your wheel bearings are noisy they could be worn out. Here’s all you need to know about them
Tips & advice
11 Oct 2023
Mercedes GLC review
Mercedes GLC - front tracking

Mercedes GLC review

The Mercedes GLC is a hugely impressive SUV with a fantastic interior and loads of in-car tech
In-depth reviews
24 Aug 2023
UK driving licence penalty points explained
police speed gun

UK driving licence penalty points explained

Commit a motoring offence and you could get penalty points on your licence. We explain how they work...
Tips & advice
14 Dec 2022
New Mercedes EQE 350+ 2022 review
Mercedes EQE - front tracking

New Mercedes EQE 350+ 2022 review

The new all-electric Mercedes EQE targets the Tesla Model S with a 394-mile range
Road tests
12 Apr 2022
Cars you can drive at 16
Aixam Crossover

Cars you can drive at 16

Yes, you can drive a 'car' in the UK aged 16! Welcome to the quirky world of light quadricycles…
Features
12 Nov 2021
Electric classic cars: top conversions, kits and UK companies
Lunaz XK120 charging

Electric classic cars: top conversions, kits and UK companies

Electric classic cars offer modern electric power with retro looks - here’s all you need to know about them...
Tips & advice
12 Nov 2021
What are synthetic fuels? efuels explained
eFuels

What are synthetic fuels? efuels explained

Combustion engines could be viable in a fossil-fuel-free future thanks to new synthetic fuel tech. We explain how...
Tips & advice
10 Sep 2021
Fuel cards explained
Fuel card payment

Fuel cards explained

All the details on fuel cards and how to use them
Tips & advice
8 Sep 2021