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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

MINI confirms plan to go fully electric by 2030
MINI Electric - front static

MINI confirms plan to go fully electric by 2030

The next-generation fully electric MINI Hatch and Countryman are both set for production in 2023
News
17 Mar 2021
VW Group developing new SSP electric car platform to replace MEB
VW SSP

VW Group developing new SSP electric car platform to replace MEB

Volkswagen is already planning for post-MEB electric future with next-generation SSP EV platform by middle of the decade
News
16 Mar 2021
New 2021 Citroen C3 Aircross: UK prices and specs revealed
Citroen C3 Aircross - front tracking

New 2021 Citroen C3 Aircross: UK prices and specs revealed

The updated Citroen C3 Aircross SUV is on sale now from £17,320, with three trim levels and three powertrains to choose from
News
15 Mar 2021
New Jaguar E-Pace P300e PHEV 2021 review
Jaguar E-Pace PHEV - front

New Jaguar E-Pace P300e PHEV 2021 review

The Jaguar E-Pace is now available as a plug-in hybrid, with the new P300e boasting 305bhp and 34 miles of all-electric range
Road tests
10 Mar 2021
New Jaguar F-Pace P400e PHEV 2021 review
Jaguar F-Pace PHEV - front

New Jaguar F-Pace P400e PHEV 2021 review

Is the new plug-in hybrid Jaguar F-Pace 400e the pick of the range? We find out...
Road tests
10 Mar 2021
New Peugeot badge references 1960s logo and signals upmarket rebrand
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New Peugeot badge references 1960s logo and signals upmarket rebrand

Peugeot looks to a future at the posh end of the Stallantis portfolio with a new logo and corporate look
News
25 Feb 2021
Ford Fiesta plant to build new 'mini Mustang Mach-e' electric car from 2023
Ford baby EV - front (watermarked)

Ford Fiesta plant to build new 'mini Mustang Mach-e' electric car from 2023

New all-electric Ford 'mini Mustang Mach-e' will be built on the VW Group’s MEB platform at the Fiesta’s home in Cologne
News
17 Feb 2021
Nissan Qashqai, Juke and X-Trail pass 1m UK sales landmark 
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Nissan Qashqai, Juke and X-Trail pass 1m UK sales landmark 

93 per cent of all Nissan crossovers sold in Britain since 2007 have been made in Sunderland thanks to the success of the Qashqai and Juke 
News
11 Feb 2021
Hyundai Tiger is a 4x4, four-legged off-roader for the moon
Hyundai Tiger

Hyundai Tiger is a 4x4, four-legged off-roader for the moon

The Hyundai Tiger is an unmanned electric buggy with walking legs and is capable of heading to the moon
News
10 Feb 2021
New Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid 2021 review
Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid - front

New Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid 2021 review

The ever-popular Toyota RAV4 SUV gets plug-in hybrid power for first time
Road tests
27 Jan 2021
Vauxhall Crossland SRi Nav 2021 review
Vauxhall Crossland - main

Vauxhall Crossland SRi Nav 2021 review

Can the newly updated Vauxhall Crossland finally challenge the best of the small SUV segment?
Road tests
27 Jan 2021
Restructured Renault, Dacia and Alpine brands to launch into new segments 
Renault EV

Restructured Renault, Dacia and Alpine brands to launch into new segments 

Electric revolution at Renault, plus larger Dacia models confirmed, Alpine sub-branding for hot Renaults and electric Alpines too
News
14 Jan 2021
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Iconic Ford Escort Mk2 is reborn by specialist MST
Ford Escort Mk2 rally

Iconic Ford Escort Mk2 is reborn by specialist MST

£65,000 Ford Escort rally car recreation gives fast Ford fans a Singer of their own to aspire to
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8 Jan 2021
New Skoda Octavia vRS line-up completed with arrival of new diesel variant

New Skoda Octavia vRS line-up completed with arrival of new diesel variant

Trio of hot Skoda Octavia vRS models offer choice of petrol, plug-in hybrid or diesel power for UK buyers
News
6 Jan 2021
New Kia logo revealed as part of aspirational rebranding

New Kia logo revealed as part of aspirational rebranding

New corporate look for Kia as it enters new era with a heavy focus on electric cars
News
6 Jan 2021
New Nissan Juke Enigma special edition lands for 2021

New Nissan Juke Enigma special edition lands for 2021

New special edition Nissan Juke Enigma gets dark makeover and Amazon Alexa integration
News
5 Jan 2021
SsangYong misses £40m loan repayment and files for bankruptcy
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SsangYong misses £40m loan repayment and files for bankruptcy

SsangYong UK managing director says British operations are unaffected, and the company is “open for business”
News
22 Dec 2020
Facelifted 2021 Hyundai Kona: prices and specs announced

Facelifted 2021 Hyundai Kona: prices and specs announced

Updated Hyundai Kona SUV will have a starting price of £21,060 – and it’ll be offered with a sporty N Line trim-level
News
17 Dec 2020
New MV Agusta Superveloce Alpine superbike takes A110 inspiration

New MV Agusta Superveloce Alpine superbike takes A110 inspiration

The MV Agusta Superveloce Alpine superbike produces 145bhp at 13,000rpm and is limited to just 110 units
News
10 Dec 2020
New Fiat 500 Convertible 2020 review
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New Fiat 500 Convertible 2020 review

New all-electric Fiat 500 combines classic lines with latest tech and up to 199 miles of range
Road tests
2 Dec 2020
New Volkswagen Golf GTE 2020 review

New Volkswagen Golf GTE 2020 review

Is the new 242bhp plug-in hybrid Volkswagen Golf GTE the pick of the range? We find out...
Road tests
19 Nov 2020
New Ferrari SF90 Spider arrives: 986bhp hybrid good for 211mph
Ferrari SF90 Spider

New Ferrari SF90 Spider arrives: 986bhp hybrid good for 211mph

211mph top speed and zero-emissions running possible in new range-topping drop-top Ferrari SF90 Spider
News
12 Nov 2020
Bowler reveals classic Defender 110 will live on with V8 power

Bowler reveals classic Defender 110 will live on with V8 power

Derbyshire based Bowler developing road-going four-seat V8 powered Defender Station Wagon for first vehicle under JLR ownership
News
4 Nov 2020
Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid and S E-Hybrid updated with new battery
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Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid and S E-Hybrid updated with new battery

Longer electric only range on the cards for Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid and S E-Hybrid
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29 Oct 2020
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Mercedes to increase Aston Martin share holding to 20% as part of new deal

Mercedes to increase Aston Martin share holding to 20% as part of new deal

Aston Martin to take further technologies from Mercedes in return for further shares in the financially battered British company
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27 Oct 2020
New Fiat Panda facelift gains Sport model as part of nip-tuck

New Fiat Panda facelift gains Sport model as part of nip-tuck

The Fiat Panda has been overhauled for 2020, with a new infotainment display part of the package alongside a new look trim structure
News
23 Oct 2020
New Skoda smartphone app listens to your engine to pinpoint faults

New Skoda smartphone app listens to your engine to pinpoint faults

Skoda’s new diagnostic tool simply compares recordings of engine notes to accurately find problems
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9 Oct 2020
New Volkswagen Tiguan 2020 review

New Volkswagen Tiguan 2020 review

The Volkswagen Tiguan has been updated for 2020, but is it better than ever?
Road tests
2 Oct 2020
New 2020 Skoda Octavia vRS iV PHEV prices revealed

New 2020 Skoda Octavia vRS iV PHEV prices revealed

Hot new Skoda Octavia vRS iV plug-in hybrid will have a starting price of £35,020
News
2 Oct 2020
New 2020 Kia Picanto: UK prices and specifications revealed
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New 2020 Kia Picanto: UK prices and specifications revealed

Facelifted Kia Picanto city car comes with sharp new look and updated standard equipment
News
1 Oct 2020
Next generation Jaguar Land Rover interiors to be made from recycled plastic waste

Next generation Jaguar Land Rover interiors to be made from recycled plastic waste

Econyl - the popular recycled nylon textile - is coming to future Jaguar Land Rover interiors
News
28 Sep 2020
2020 Mercedes S-Class on sale now
Mercedes S-Class

2020 Mercedes S-Class on sale now

Flagship Mercedes S-Class saloon on the UK market – and it’s more tech-laden than ever
News
24 Sep 2020
Long-wheelbase Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended launched

Long-wheelbase Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended launched

New “Extended” version of the Rolls-Royce Ghost has the most rear legroom of any four-seat saloon
News
24 Sep 2020
New Audi SQ8 2020 review

New Audi SQ8 2020 review

The Audi SQ8 is now petrol-powered with 500bhp, but does it risk making the flagship RS Q8 redundant?
Road tests
15 Sep 2020