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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 Renault Kadjar Dynamique SE Nav model added to line-up

New Renault Kadjar Dynamique SE Nav model added to line-up

The new mid-spec Dynamique SE Nav model arrives as a fresh addition to the Renault Kadjar crossover range
News
19 Apr 2018
New SsangYong Tivoli Ultimate special edition introduced
SsangYong Tivoli Ultimate front quarter

New SsangYong Tivoli Ultimate special edition introduced

New range-topping version of the affordable crossover arrives in the UK in limited numbers
News
17 Apr 2018
Volkswagen Amarok Aventura arrives for 2018 with 254bhp

Volkswagen Amarok Aventura arrives for 2018 with 254bhp

New range-topping Amarok gets a power boost, with the same engine heading to Highline models too
News
17 Apr 2018
592bhp Aston Martin Rapide AMR spied ahead of 2018 release

592bhp Aston Martin Rapide AMR spied ahead of 2018 release

Hotter version of Aston Martin's Rapide four-door supercar will arrive towards the end of the year
News
13 Apr 2018
Limited edition Lotus Exige Cup 430 Type 25 revealed

Limited edition Lotus Exige Cup 430 Type 25 revealed

The Lotus Exige Cup 430 Type 25 adds unique design tweaks and a new livery inspired by the brand's Type 25 Formula 1 car
News
6 Apr 2018
New Volvo XC40 styling pack added to options list
Volvo XC40 styling kit

New Volvo XC40 styling pack added to options list

The new Volvo XC40 styling pack brings bigger wheels, a tougher-looking bodykit and a subtle spoiler
News
6 Apr 2018
Volkswagen adds R-Line options to T-Roc and Tiguan Allspace

Volkswagen adds R-Line options to T-Roc and Tiguan Allspace

Two sportier looking Volkswagen SUVs have arrived on sale in the UK in the shape of the T-Roc and Tiguan Allspace R-Line models
News
5 Apr 2018
Skoda Superb SportLine Plus arrives amid various updates
Skoda Superb Sportline Plus

Skoda Superb SportLine Plus arrives amid various updates

Skoda updates the spec of all models but the entry level Superb S, while adding a second SportLine badged car
News
4 Apr 2018
New 2018 Kia Picanto X-Line: plush X-Line S trim added
Kia Picanto X-Line - Frankfurt front

New 2018 Kia Picanto X-Line: plush X-Line S trim added

Taller riding Kia city car now available in two flavours; X-Line and X-Line S
News
4 Apr 2018
Citroen C1 updated with new tech and a refreshed engine
Citroen C1

Citroen C1 updated with new tech and a refreshed engine

Citroen's city car gets the same engine updates as the new Toyota Aygo, plus a handful of new driver assists
News
3 Apr 2018
Mazda 3 Sport Black special edition arrives for 2018

Mazda 3 Sport Black special edition arrives for 2018

Mazda re-releases the Sport Black special edition version of its 3 family hatchback
News
3 Apr 2018
New BMW X2 2018 review
BMW X2 - front

New BMW X2 2018 review

The stylish and sporty BMW X2 SUV has landed in Britain, but is it a hit?
Road tests
29 Mar 2018
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Genesis Essentia electric coupe revealed at New York
Genesis Essentia - New York front

Genesis Essentia electric coupe revealed at New York

New all-electric grand tourer from Hyundai's luxury sub-brand previews future tech and performance intent
News
29 Mar 2018
New Lynk & Co 02 revealed to rival Audi Q2 and Volvo XC40
Lynk & Co 02 - front

New Lynk & Co 02 revealed to rival Audi Q2 and Volvo XC40

The Lynk & Co 02 is the second crossover model from the Chinese-owned brand, and it’s set to arrive in Europe in 2020
News
26 Mar 2018
Nissan Qashqai gains semi-autonomous ProPILOT features

Nissan Qashqai gains semi-autonomous ProPILOT features

New special edition and range-topping Nissan Qashqai crossovers updated with semi-autonomous driving tech
News
23 Mar 2018
New Bentley EV coupe to lead brand’s electric charge
Bentley EV - front (watermarked)

New Bentley EV coupe to lead brand’s electric charge

Bentley’s striking electrified flagship will use elements from Porsche’s Mission E, and our exclusive image preview how it could look
News
23 Mar 2018
UK prices revealed for updated 2018 Mazda 6
Mazda 6 - front

UK prices revealed for updated 2018 Mazda 6

Refreshed Mazda saloon to hit UK showrooms later this year, with a 2.5-litre petrol engine now offered
News
21 Mar 2018
BMW raises CO2 figures across range under new WLTP tests
BMW 5 Series - second report front cornering

BMW raises CO2 figures across range under new WLTP tests

Every model in the BMW range has been retested in accordance with WLTP tests, with higher CO2 recorded and lower fuel economy
News
21 Mar 2018
Jeep reveals seven concept cars for Easter Jeep Safari 2018
Jeep 4SPEED Concept

Jeep reveals seven concept cars for Easter Jeep Safari 2018

Seven special edition off-roaders created by Jeep and Mopar for 2018 Moab Easter Jeep Safari
News
20 Mar 2018
New Ford Fiesta: Fiesta Active crossover now on sale in UK
New 2017 Ford Fiesta Active - presentation front

New Ford Fiesta: Fiesta Active crossover now on sale in UK

Ford's ever-popular supermini returns with a new seventh-generation model. Here's everything you need to know
News
20 Mar 2018
Renault ZOE R110 prices and specs revealed
Renault Zoe update - front

Renault ZOE R110 prices and specs revealed

Renault’s all-electric ZOE supermini gains more power, plus a new purple paint option, priced from £18,420
News
19 Mar 2018
New Audi A7 Sportback 2018 review
Audi A7 Sportback - front

New Audi A7 Sportback 2018 review

We give our verdict on the new Audi A7 Sportback, as the luxury four-door coupe hits British roads for the first time
Road tests
16 Mar 2018
New Mazda MX-5 Z-Sport 2018 review
New Mazda MX-5 Z-Sport 2018 review - front

New Mazda MX-5 Z-Sport 2018 review

We try the limited edition Mazda MX-5 Z-Sport, which features unique styling cues inside and out
Road tests
12 Mar 2018
Best concept cars at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show
Hyundai Le Fil concept news header

Best concept cars at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show

Click through our gallery of the best future-gazing concept cars at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show
News
9 Mar 2018
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Bespoke McLaren Senna Carbon Theme by MSO appears at Geneva
2018 McLaren Senna Carbon Theme front

Bespoke McLaren Senna Carbon Theme by MSO appears at Geneva

MSO adapted version of the 789bhp McLaren Senna showcased at the Geneva Motor Show
News
7 Mar 2018
New Lexus RC 300h F Sport Black Edition arrives at Geneva
Lexus RC 300h F Sport Black Edition - front

New Lexus RC 300h F Sport Black Edition arrives at Geneva

Special edition version of range-topping hybrid Lexus RC to go on sale in the UK in May
News
7 Mar 2018
Toyota Aygo facelift makes Geneva Motor Show debut
Toyota Aygo - front

Toyota Aygo facelift makes Geneva Motor Show debut

Fresh faced Toyota Aygo gains new styling cues, cabin updates and mild performance improvements
News
7 Mar 2018
Electric SsangYong e-SIV SUV concept points to next Korando
SsangYong e-SIV concept - front

Electric SsangYong e-SIV SUV concept points to next Korando

SsangYong has revealed the e-SIV concept at the Geneva Motor Show, which showcases the brand’s future commitment to EVs
News
6 Mar 2018
Facelifted 2018 Mazda 6 Tourer uncovered at Geneva
Mazda 6 Tourer - Geneva front

Facelifted 2018 Mazda 6 Tourer uncovered at Geneva

The Mazda 6 Tourer estate has been updated, with subtle exterior and extensive interior changes
News
6 Mar 2018
Ford Ka+ range refreshed, adding Active crossover for 2018
Ford Ka+ Active - Geneva front

Ford Ka+ range refreshed, adding Active crossover for 2018

A new Ford Ka+ Active city car SUV has joined the facelifted Ka+ range, and it's now made its public debut at Geneva
News
6 Mar 2018
New Italdesign Zerouno Duerta roadster revealed
Italdesign Zerouno Duerta news header

New Italdesign Zerouno Duerta roadster revealed

Italdesign is back at Geneva with the new Zerouno Duerta roadster, designed to commemorate the marque's 50-year anniversary
News
5 Mar 2018
New Bentley Bentayga PHEV arrives at Geneva
Bentley Bentayga PHEV - front

New Bentley Bentayga PHEV arrives at Geneva

The Bentley Bentayga SUV has gained a plug-in hybrid version, which combines an electric motor with a new 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine
News
5 Mar 2018
Range Rover Velar interior design
Range Rover Velar feature - header

Range Rover Velar interior design

We meet the design team tasked with creating high-end leather alternatives for the Range Rover Velar
Features
3 Mar 2018
Elextra EV four-seat supercar revealed
Elextra EV four-seat supercar front

Elextra EV four-seat supercar revealed

Swiss/German four-door all-electric supercar will do 0-62mph in 2.3s and offer 373-mile range
News
27 Feb 2018