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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 Audi AI:ME concept invokes spirit of A2 at Shanghai
Audi AI:ME - Shanghai front

New Audi AI:ME concept invokes spirit of A2 at Shanghai

The new, aerodynamic Audi AI:ME concept is envisioned as on-demand, autonomous city transportation
News
16 Apr 2019
New VW all-electric Land Rover Defender rival plans revealed
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New VW all-electric Land Rover Defender rival plans revealed

VW design boss hints at rugged electric Volkswagen off-roader to rival the new Defender, and our exclusive image previews its look
News
15 Apr 2019
VW announce five new SUVs at Shanghai
Volkswagen SUV line-up Shanghai

VW announce five new SUVs at Shanghai

Volkswagen showcases five new SUVs for China in Shanghai as brand plots 12 strong SUV line-up by 2020
News
15 Apr 2019
New Dacia Sandero Stepway Techroad 2019 review
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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
New BMW 8 Series Convertible 2019 review
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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
New BMW 7 Series facelift 2019 review
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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
Long range Nissan Leaf e+ to cost £35,895 in the UK
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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
Audi e-tron Sportback range launches in UK from £79,900
Audi e-tron Sportback - LA Motor Show

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
New Mercedes S 560 e L 2019 review
Mercedes S 560 e - front

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
New Ford Fiesta ST gets 222bhp thanks to more Mountune magic
Ford Fiesta ST Mountune - front tracking

New Ford Fiesta ST gets 222bhp thanks to more Mountune magic

Latest Mountune-tweaked Ford Fiesta ST comes with a smartphone app for selectable performance levels
News
18 Mar 2019
Best concept cars at the Geneva Motor Show 2019
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Best concept cars at the Geneva Motor Show 2019

We take a look at the weird and wonderful showpieces of the 2019 Geneva Motor Show
Features
11 Mar 2019
New Volvo V60 Cross Country 2019 review
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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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BMW 7 Series facelift arrives with huge grille and new tech
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BMW 7 Series facelift arrives with huge grille and new tech

The updated BMW 7 Series flagship gets a bold new look with a huge grille, plus new hybrid and engine options
News
6 Mar 2019
New SEAT Formentor to join Cupra version in 2020
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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
Nissan to skip plug-in hybrid technology
Nissan IMQ concept - front studio

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
Lamborghini Huracan Evo Spyder breaks cover
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Lamborghini Huracan Evo Spyder breaks cover

Lamborghini’s latest drop-top supercar has arrived, with the Huracan Evo Spyder putting 632bhp behind the driver
News
5 Mar 2019
New 180bhp Honda HR-V Sport: UK prices revealed
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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
Car shows: do they have a future?
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Car shows: do they have a future?

We ask why manufacturers are increasingly favouring tech shows such as CES to reveal new metal over the traditional car show
Features
21 Feb 2019
New Ford Focus Active 2019 review
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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
New DS 3 Crossback: UK prices and specs revealed
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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
New S Edition trim added to Renault Captur range

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
New Nissan Micra N-Sport 2019 review
Nissan Micra N-Sport - front

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
Lotus and Williams develop electric car tech
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Lotus and Williams develop electric car tech

New technical partnership to develop battery technology hints at electric Lotus in the pipeline
News
28 Jan 2019
New Porsche Macan 2019 review
Porsche Macan - front

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
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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
New Audi TT Coupe 2019 review
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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
Prices revealed for new 2019 Hyundai i30 Fastback N
Hyundai i30 Fastback N - Paris front

Prices revealed for new 2019 Hyundai i30 Fastback N

272bhp i30 Fastback N arrives with £500 premium over hatchback sibling
News
14 Jan 2019
Cadillac previews new electric SUV
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Cadillac previews new electric SUV

Cadillac's Tesla Model X and Audi e-tron rival will use GM's BEV3 platform and is expected to be on sale before the end of 2021
News
14 Jan 2019
New Toyota Guardian driver assistance revealed at CES 2019
Toyota Guardian - crash avoidance

New Toyota Guardian driver assistance revealed at CES 2019

Toyota Guardian will help a driver avoid potential crashes instead of taking complete control of the car
News
8 Jan 2019
Brabham Automotive BT62 revealed to take on McLaren Senna

Brabham Automotive BT62 revealed to take on McLaren Senna

A £150,000 conversion pack makes the 700bhp, £1million Brabham BT62 supercar road legal
News
7 Jan 2019
Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport previews production model

Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport previews production model

Porsche Motorsport’s latest offering gives glimpse of upcoming six-cylinder 718 Cayman GT4 for the road
News
4 Jan 2019
New Mercedes GLC 250 2019 review
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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
New BMW X5 M50d 2019 review
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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
700bhp Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk on sale now
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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