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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 Ferrari 812 GTS 2021 review

We get behind the wheel of the bombastic V12 Ferrari 812 GTS drop-top in the UK

Road tests

1 Apr 2021

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New Mazda CX-5 2021 review

The revised Mazda CX-5 SUV now comes with a powerful 2.5-litre petrol engine

Road tests

1 Apr 2021

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2021 Volkswagen Golf R Estate spied testing at Nürburgring

Hot VW Golf R Estate on sale shortly with more aggressive styling and 316bhp

News

23 Mar 2021

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New Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition brings racetrack performance to the road

The new Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition gets a power boost and uprated aerodynamic and chassis packages inspired by F1’s latest safety car

News

22 Mar 2021

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Land Rover Defender 90 D250 SE 2021 review

Is the smaller Land Rover Defender 90 the pick of the range? We sample it in D250 guise to find out...

Road tests

19 Mar 2021

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Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport vs Volkswagen Golf R

We bring the fastest versions of the Volkswagen Golf Mk8 together to find the best performance variant

Car group tests

17 Mar 2021

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New Skoda Enyaq iV SportLine on sale now from £39,900

The all-electric Skoda Enyaq iV SportLine boasts racier looks and lowered suspension

News

15 Mar 2021

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New Renault badge to be on all models by 2024

Retro reinvention of Renault’s diamond badge to feature on all of French brand’s new cars by 2024

News

12 Mar 2021

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New Volkswagen Tiguan R 2021 review

The 316bhp Volkswagen Tiguan R borrows the Golf R’s running gear, but is it a success?

Road tests

12 Mar 2021

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New Mercedes E 300 e 2021 review

The updated Mercedes E 300 e plug-in hybrid executive saloon has landed in the UK

Road tests

3 Mar 2021

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New Skoda Octavia e-TEC 2021 review

The mild-hybrid Skoda Octavia e-TEC offers a cheaper way to electrification

Road tests

25 Feb 2021

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2022 Mitsubishi Outlander revealed on Amazon

The all-new Mitsubishi Outlander SUV is the first car to be revealed live on Amazon - but it’s not destined for the UK

News

17 Feb 2021

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Jaguar J-Pace large electric SUV likely axed as part of new strategy

Land Rover's plans for large electric SUV puts an end to Jaguar J-Pace

News

16 Feb 2021

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New Kia Rio 2021 review

Kia Rio supermini gets mild-hybrid powertrain plus clever manual transmission as part of refresh

Road tests

12 Feb 2021

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New Alpine A110 Legende GT 2021 review

The new Alpine A110 Legende GT adds a touch of luxury to our reigning Coupe of the Year

Road tests

12 Feb 2021

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New Renault Megane R.S. 300 Trophy 2021 review

The Renault Megane R.S. 300 Trophy has been updated for 2021 and it's now only available with an EDC automatic gearbox

Road tests

1 Feb 2021

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New Skoda Scala 1.5 TSI DSG 2021 review

We try the Skoda Scala DSG to see if a new automatic gearbox can improve the Czech family hatch

Road tests

1 Feb 2021

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New Jaguar XF 2021 review

Can changes take the Jaguar XF back to the top of the executive class? We find out…

Road tests

27 Jan 2021

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New Audi Q5 40 TDI 2021 review

The revised Audi Q5 40 TDI SUV delivers plenty of tech and surprising value

Road tests

8 Jan 2021

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New Ford Focus ST automatic 2021 review

Does an automatic gearbox make sense in the popular Ford Focus ST hot hatchback? We find out…

Road tests

7 Jan 2021

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New BMW X5 M Competition 2021 review

The range-topping BMW X5 M Competition SUV turns in an impressive performance – but at a price

Road tests

6 Jan 2021

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New Mercedes C 300 de 2021 review

The diesel-electric Mercedes C 300 de compact exec boasts strong performance and economy

Road tests

5 Jan 2021

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New Porsche Taycan 4S 2021 review

The entry-level Porsche Taycan 4S is the pick of the impressive electric car's range

Road tests

5 Jan 2021

Mercedes GLC 400 d Coupe - front tracking

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New Mercedes GLE 400 d Coupe 2020 review

The accomplished Mercedes GLE 400 d Coupe finally gives rivals something to worry about

Road tests

1 Jan 2021

Renault Megane Sport Tourer - rear seats

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New Renault Megane Sport Tourer E-Tech PHEV 2020 review

Has a new hybrid powertrain propelled the Renault Megane Sports Tourer to the top of its class?

Road tests

18 Dec 2020

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New Nissan GT-R Nismo 2020 review

The latest Nissan GT-R Nismo offers savage acceleration and sublime steering, but at £180k it's only for the very wealthy

Road tests

17 Dec 2020

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New SEAT Leon Estate 2020 review

We find out if the new SEAT Leon Estate is as attractive as the hatchback

Road tests

3 Dec 2020

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New Audi S8 2020 review

The flagship Audi S8 performance limo comes with a 563bhp V8

Road tests

30 Oct 2020

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Dacia Sandero Stepway review

The Dacia Sandero Stepway adds a touch of rugged off-road presence to the value-focused Sandero hatch.

In-depth reviews

28 Oct 2020

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Affordable Hybrid Car of the Year 2020: Toyota Yaris

The Toyota Yaris is the 2020 Auto Express Affordable Hybrid Car of the Year, with the Honda Jazz and Skoda Superb iV commended

News

13 Oct 2020

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Hot Hatch of the Year 2020: Honda Civic Type R

The Honda Civic Type R is the 2020 Auto Express Hot Hatch of the Year, with the Ford Focus ST and Mercedes-AMG A 45 S commended

News

13 Oct 2020

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Large SUV of the Year 2020: SEAT Tarraco

The SEAT Tarraco is the 2020 Auto Express Large SUV of the Year, with the Kia Sorento and Skoda Kodiaq commended

News

13 Oct 2020

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Convertible of the Year 2020: MINI Cooper Convertible

The MINI Cooper Convertible is the 2020 Auto Express Convertible of the Year, with the Audi A5 Cabriolet and Mazda MX-5 commended

News

13 Oct 2020

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Mid-size SUV of the Year 2020: Ford Kuga

The Ford Kuga is the 2020 Auto Express Mid-size SUV of the Year with the Skoda Karoq and Toyota RAV4 commended

News

13 Oct 2020

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Estate Car of the Year 2020: Skoda Octavia Estate

The Skoda Octavia Estate is the 2020 Auto Express Estate Car of the Year, with the BMW 3 Series Touring and Mercedes E-Class Estate commended

News

13 Oct 2020