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Steve Fowler

Steve Fowler has previously edited Auto Express, Carbuyer, DrivingElectric, What Car?, Autocar and What Hi-Fi? and has been writing about cars for the best part of 30 years. Steve is also a regular contributor to BBC TV and radio programmes, and is a judge on Auto Bild’s Golden Steering Wheel awards and a World Car of the Year juror.

Geely set to launch SUV in the UK within two years
Emgrand GS rear

Geely set to launch SUV in the UK within two years

Chinese car maker Geely will launch a European designed, Chinese built SUV model in 2017
News
26 Apr 2016
'Your views provide real insight for buyers and car makers'
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'Your views provide real insight for buyers and car makers'

There's nothing more valuable to car makers than knowing what you really think, whether they like it or not, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
20 Apr 2016
'Formula One is fast becoming a farce which is best ignored'

'Formula One is fast becoming a farce which is best ignored'

Steve Fowler's love affair with F1 is almost over, as he resorts to wishful thinking in order to keep the flame alive
Opinion
13 Apr 2016
Jaguar XF 2.0D diesel 2016 review
Jaguar XF 2.0d 2016 - front tracking

Jaguar XF 2.0D diesel 2016 review

Jaguar's XF is setting a high standard in the executive saloon class, even in economical 2.0d guise
Road tests
8 Apr 2016
'Speculator' Porsche Cayman GT4s removed from website

'Speculator' Porsche Cayman GT4s removed from website

After being accused of colluding with speculators, Porsche dealers remove cars advertised at well over list price from the website
News
7 Apr 2016
"Could Mazda's WCotY win be the start of something big?"

"Could Mazda's WCotY win be the start of something big?"

Mazda stole the show at the awards ceremony - one that's usually dominated by German brands, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
30 Mar 2016
Kia Niro pre-production 2016 review
Kia Niro 2016 review - crop front tracking

Kia Niro pre-production 2016 review

We hit the road in the Kia Niro hybrid crossover to see if the Toyota Prius should be worried
Road tests
29 Mar 2016
Mazda CX-9 could be coming to Europe
Mazda CX-9 2016 - new york front quarter

Mazda CX-9 could be coming to Europe

Big seven-seat Mazda CX-9 SUV ‘a possibility’ in Europe but would need diesel engine
News
24 Mar 2016
Bentley's future design plans revealed

Bentley's future design plans revealed

Design boss Stefan Sielaff reveals his plans for the luxurious future look of Bentley's new models
News
16 Mar 2016
The combination of SUV and cabrio: perfect for Brits?

The combination of SUV and cabrio: perfect for Brits?

With the launch of the Evoque Convertible, Steve Fowler wonders how long it will be before other manufacturers jump onto the same bandwagon
Opinion
16 Mar 2016
New 2016 Volvo S90: prices and specs revealed
Volvo S90 at Detroit Motor show

New 2016 Volvo S90: prices and specs revealed

Volvo reveals prices and specs for new BMW 5 Series rivalling S90 saloon
News
15 Mar 2016
"New car tech's only any good if you can actually use it"
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"New car tech's only any good if you can actually use it"

Steve Fowler's been checking out the latest in-car tech at Mobile World Congress - and wondering which manufacturer's doing it best
Opinion
5 Mar 2016
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Audi reveals new focus on plug-in hybrids and full EVs
Audi A8 Hybrid front tracking

Audi reveals new focus on plug-in hybrids and full EVs

All-electric SUV to be launched in 2018, but Audi is becoming VW Group centre for hydrogen development
News
3 Mar 2016
Jeep’s premium push led by new and updated models
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Jeep’s premium push led by new and updated models

Jeep's UK boss tells of push up market with current and coming line-up
News
2 Mar 2016
New Kia Optima SW estate puts style above space
Kia Optima SW Geneva - front three quarter

New Kia Optima SW estate puts style above space

Stylish new Kia Optima Sportswagon adds much-needed practicality to Optima range
News
1 Mar 2016
"The 124 Spider could make British buyers love Fiat again"

"The 124 Spider could make British buyers love Fiat again"

With Ford and VW ditching models to make way for new SUVs, Steve Fowler wonders if Fiat should do the same
Opinion
24 Feb 2016
SEAT reveals hi-tech future with Samsung and SAP

SEAT reveals hi-tech future with Samsung and SAP

Connected car will find and pay for parking, plus digital key sharing on its way
News
23 Feb 2016
"2016 is the year of the hybrid"
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"2016 is the year of the hybrid"

With seemingly every manufacturer adding electric assistance, Steve Fowler says hybrids are the short-term route to big efficiency gains
Opinion
18 Feb 2016
New 2016 Mercedes E-Class: full details revealed
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New 2016 Mercedes E-Class: full details revealed

New Mercedes E-Class takes the fight to BMW 5 Series and Jag XF, and we got to see it up close
News
15 Feb 2016
"You just can't get the staff these days, says the industry"

"You just can't get the staff these days, says the industry"

Bosses say the British car industry needs more apprentices, despite a career in the business being rewarding and fun, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
3 Feb 2016
Best of British: Jaguar Land Rover’s amazing turnaround
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Best of British: Jaguar Land Rover’s amazing turnaround

We chart the astonishing rise of Jaguar Land Rover in eight meteoric years since Tata took over the helm
Features
26 Jan 2016
"It's been a great year for the car industry, so we're told"
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"It's been a great year for the car industry, so we're told"

There may have been 2.6 million registrations in 2015, but that doesn't mean 2.6 million new cars on the road, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
14 Jan 2016
Long-term test: Range Rover Sport
Long-term test: Range Rover Sport

Long-term test: Range Rover Sport

Final report: Big SUV has made quite a splash in its year on our fleet
Long-term tests
13 Jan 2016
Hyundai’s Genesis brand to arrive in Europe with SUVs
Genesis G90

Hyundai’s Genesis brand to arrive in Europe with SUVs

Hyundai's premium Genesis off-shoot launched the G90 in Detroit but new SUVs will be its first European cars
News
12 Jan 2016
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Next Porsche 911 to get plug-in hybrid power
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Next Porsche 911 to get plug-in hybrid power

Porsche engineering boss reveals hybrid and electric versions of the Porsche 911 sports car are planned
News
12 Jan 2016
Hydrogen-powered GLC SUV to lead Mercedes electric car range

Hydrogen-powered GLC SUV to lead Mercedes electric car range

A new modular platform will be the basis for a whole range of electric and hydrogen Mercedes cars
News
12 Jan 2016
Hamilton and Rosberg are "the perfect couple"

Hamilton and Rosberg are "the perfect couple"

Mercedes chairman Dieter Zetsche is happy with Hamilton's 'rock star lifestyle if he keeps winning F1 races
News
12 Jan 2016
"Ford's fightback starts in the best way"
OPINION: Ford mustang

"Ford's fightback starts in the best way"

The new Ford Mustang is a return to form for Ford after some recent wobbles, says Steve Fowler.
Opinion
2 Jan 2016
What are your cars of the year 2015?

What are your cars of the year 2015?

Tell us which of 2015's new cars have been hits and which have been misses according to your good selves...
Features
27 Dec 2015
VW recalls will have 'negligible effect'
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VW recalls will have 'negligible effect'

New VW leadership team outlines future for VW group and how it will look after customers after 'Dieselgate'
News
10 Dec 2015
"2015 has been memorable, but 2016 is year of the Brit"

"2015 has been memorable, but 2016 is year of the Brit"

Dieselgate scandal may have overshadowed a great 2015, but 2016 will be the year Britain reaffirms its industry dominance, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
9 Dec 2015
Magnificent Seven: Vauxhall Astra through the generations
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Magnificent Seven: Vauxhall Astra through the generations

We take a look at the Astra's seven design-leading generations with styling chief Mark Adams
Features
9 Dec 2015
"Online car buying could be exactly what we want"

"Online car buying could be exactly what we want"

Like Hyundai, BMW is blazing a trail in how to buy a car in the future, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
2 Dec 2015
Volvo to accept liability if autonomous car tech fails
Volvo XC90 - front cornering

Volvo to accept liability if autonomous car tech fails

Volvo boss makes landmark announcement that his company will accept full liability when car is in autonomous mode
News
1 Dec 2015