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Sean Carson

Sean’s been writing about cars since 2010, having worked for outlets as diverse as PistonHeads, MSN Cars, Which? Cars, Race Tech – a specialist motorsport publication – and most recently Auto Express and sister titles Carbuyer and DrivingElectric. A life-long car fan, Sean has seen the industry change an incredible amount over the past decade. As Auto Express’s associate editor few people drive as many vehicles as Sean. From city cars to supercars, luxury SUVs to EVs, Sean oversees all news and reviews for Auto Express.

e-mail: sean_carson@autovia.co.uk

New DS 4 E-Tense 2022 review

Is the new DS 4 the best car yet from the French brand? We hit the road in the new plug-in hybrid E-Tense model to find out…

Road tests

7 Jun 2022

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New BMW M8 Gran Coupe 2022 review

A refresh brings more aggressive looks for the BMW M8 Gran Coupe, but they come at a price

Road tests

27 May 2022

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New hardcore BMW M4 CSL revealed as M division’s 911 GT3 rival

The new track-focused BMW M4 CSL celebrates the brand's M division’s 50th birthday with more power, lightweight parts and a more extreme chassis

News

19 May 2022

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New BMW XM prototype review

We try out a prototype version of the 644bhp BMW XM plug-in hybrid SUV ahead of its official arrival

Road tests

15 May 2022

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Volkswagen Taigo 1.0 TSI 110 DSG Style 2022 review

The new Volkswagen Taigo coupe-SUV offers a stylish alternative to the T-Cross

Road tests

15 Apr 2022

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Suzuki Across PHEV SUV updated for 2022

Japanese brand updates its plug-in hybrid family SUV with tech changes to improve charging

News

5 Apr 2022

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New BMW 7 Series prototype review

We drive prototype versions of the new V8-powered BMW 7 Series and the new all-electric BMW i7

Road tests

4 Apr 2022

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Mazda MX-5 1.5 Sport 2022 review

While the interior is starting to show its age, the updated Mazda MX-5 remains a great car to drive

Road tests

31 Mar 2022

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Vauxhall Grandland PHEV 2022 review

The plug-in hybrid version of the refreshed Vauxhall Grandland aims to reduce running costs and BiK tax expenses

Road tests

25 Mar 2022

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Electric BMW 3 Series confirmed among 15 EVs for 2022

BMW goes big with EVs, rolling out full electrification for its popular 3 Series saloon - but it will be China-only for the moment

News

16 Mar 2022

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Vauxhall Grandland 1.2 Turbo Ultimate 2022 review

The Vauxhall Grandland SUV has been updated for 2022, but still falls behind some of its rivals in what is an extremely competitive class

Road tests

9 Mar 2022

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New Ferrari 296 GTB 2022 review

The new plug-in hybrid V6 Ferrari 296 GTB sports car is fast and fun

Road tests

6 Mar 2022

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Suzuki Vitara SZ5 Full Hybrid 2022 review

Full Hybrid replaces mild hybrid in the popular Suzuki Vitara SUV's range

Road tests

4 Mar 2022

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DS 9 E-Tense 4x4 2022 review

With a potent 355bhp available, is the new E-Tense 4x4 360 the best version of the DS 9 hybrid?

Road tests

24 Feb 2022

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New McLaren GT 2022 review

Does extra equipment make the 612bhp McLaren GT easier to live with? We hit the road to find out...

Road tests

17 Feb 2022

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New Bentley SUV to be brand’s first all-electric car when it arrives in 2025

Bentley will launch its first pure electric car in 2025, and our exclusive image previews how it could look

News

4 Feb 2022

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New Renault Clio TCe 90 2022 review

The Renault Clio is our favourite supermini, but is that true of the newly revised entry-level version?

Road tests

1 Feb 2022

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New 2022 BMW M8 Competition makes its debut

Updated interior design, tech and styling details feature on 2022 BMW M8 Competition, which is available in three bodystyles and produces 616bhp

News

25 Jan 2022

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Updated 2022 BMW 8 Series range features subtle styling tweaks

Design updates, more technology and extra kit for new BMW 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and four-door Gran Coupe models

News

25 Jan 2022

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Audi S3 Sportback: long-term test

Final report: our Audi S3 wasn't perfect, but it did show many strengths

Long-term tests

19 Jan 2022

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New Hyundai Tucson PHEV 2022 review

Is the award-winning Hyundai Tucson even better with plug-in hybrid power?

Road tests

17 Jan 2022

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New Mazda 2 2022 review

Has hybrid power taken the Mazda 2 to the next level?

Road tests

11 Jan 2022

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New Morgan Plus Four CX-T 2022 review

The Morgan Plus Four CX-T ‘adventure car’ is inspired by the brand’s time-trialling roots

Road tests

30 Dec 2021

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Toyota unveils 11 new electric car concepts

Series of new all-electric concepts revealed by Toyota, from sports cars to SUVs and pick-ups, previewing new battery-electric strategy to 2030 and be…

News

14 Dec 2021

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New BMW iX 2022 review

We try out the flagship electric BMW iX SUV on British roads to see if it’s worth its £70k+ price tag

Road tests

13 Dec 2021

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New Hyundai i20 N Line 2022 review

The new Hyundai i20 N Line hatch offers fun without the hot N car’s compromises

Road tests

3 Dec 2021

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New Jeep Compass 4xe 2022 review

The new plug-in hybrid Jeep Compass 4xe struggles with refinement, but still comes with plenty of plus points

Road tests

3 Dec 2021

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New Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo 2021 review

With a lower price tag and more boot space, the all-electric Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo is the perfect all rounder

Road tests

25 Nov 2021

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New hardcore Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS unveiled with 493bhp

The new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS track toy features a 911 GT3-derived engine and serious modifications for huge performance

News

17 Nov 2021

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New Hyundai Kona N 2021 review

The new 276bhp Hyundai Kona N proves that the brand’s N is just as capable when it comes to SUVs

Road tests

17 Nov 2021

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BMW M240i xDrive Coupe 2021 review

We hit the road in the new BMW 2 Series Coupe in hot M240i guise

Road tests

16 Nov 2021

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New Volkswagen Polo 2021 review

The facelifted Volkswagen Polo supermini channels even more Golf DNA

Road tests

5 Nov 2021

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New BMW X4 M Competition 2021 review

We get to grips with the updated BMW X4 M Competition - the fastest-accelerating BMW M SUV

Road tests

29 Oct 2021

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BMW X3 (2017-2024) xDrive30d M Sport review

The BMW X3 has been updated to keep it fresh in the face of competition from the Audi Q5 and Volvo XC60, but have the changes improved the popular SUV…

Road tests

29 Oct 2021