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Luke Wilkinson

Luke graduated from the University of Glasgow in November 2018 and quickly landed a job as a Staff Writer with Auto Express. He mainly writes news stories for the website and the magazine.

Before his current employment, Luke managed his own car news and reviews website. He also gathered some formal experience with Road Record – the motoring supplement to the Daily Record. He spends his spare time restoring his 1993 Rover Mini Sprite.

e-mail: luke_wilkinson@autovia.co.uk 

Refreshed Honda Civic revealed for 2020
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Refreshed Honda Civic revealed for 2020

The Japanese manufacturer will outfit its Volkswagen Golf rival with a host of cosmetic upgrades and additional standard equipment for 2020
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15 Nov 2019
Morris Commercial returns with all-electric Morris JE van
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Morris Commercial returns with all-electric Morris JE van

The resurrected British commercial vehicle manufacturer has launched an all-electric successor the iconic J-Type van, called the Morris JE
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13 Nov 2019
Maserati GranTurismo Zeda marks end of production
Maserati GranTurismo Zeda - front 3/4 static

Maserati GranTurismo Zeda marks end of production

The GranTurismo Zeda commemorates the last day of production for Maserati’s sports car, while heralding its all-electric successor
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12 Nov 2019
Alfa Romeo axes sports cars in favour of SUVs
Alfa Romeo 2020 Strategy

Alfa Romeo axes sports cars in favour of SUVs

The Italian manufacturer has abandoned its planned 8C supercar and GTV sports car projects, focussing instead on a pair of new SUVs
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11 Nov 2019
Electric Mercedes G-Class confirmed
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Electric Mercedes G-Class confirmed

Mercedes has confirmed it will build an all-electric version of its iconic off-roader. The EQG name is on the cards.
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8 Nov 2019
Volvo offers free electricity for new plug-in customers
Volvo XC40 - front charging

Volvo offers free electricity for new plug-in customers

Volvo is offering a year’s supply of free electricity with any of its new plug-in hybrid models from now until 30 June 2020
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8 Nov 2019
Rolls Royce reveals Black Badge version of new Cullinan SUV

Rolls Royce reveals Black Badge version of new Cullinan SUV

Special edition, blacked-out version of huge Rolls SUV gets unique styling tweaks and extra power
News
7 Nov 2019
SEMA Show 2019: highlights
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SEMA Show 2019: highlights

We round-up the most extreme vehicles from this year’s SEMA modified car show
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7 Nov 2019
Five one-off Toyota Supras unveiled for SEMA 2019
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Five one-off Toyota Supras unveiled for SEMA 2019

Toyota unwrapped a suite of unique A90 Supras at this year’s SEMA show, including a highly tuned 750bhp variant.
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6 Nov 2019
New SEAT eScooter concept to preview production model
SEAT eScooter - teaser

New SEAT eScooter concept to preview production model

The all-electric SEAT eScooter concept has been teased ahead of a full unveil on 19 November at this year’s Barcelona Smart City Expo
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6 Nov 2019
New Land Rover Defender 90 delivers Rugby World Cup Trophy
Land Rover Defender 90 - Rugby World Cup

New Land Rover Defender 90 delivers Rugby World Cup Trophy

Short wheelbase Land Rover Defender 90 delivers the Webb Ellis Trophy at the 2019 Rugby World Cup final
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2 Nov 2019
Quadro Vehicles announces six new bikes for EICMA
Quadro Qooder

Quadro Vehicles announces six new bikes for EICMA

Swiss motorcycle company Quadro will arrive in the UK next year, with a range of combustion-engined and all-electric scooters
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30 Oct 2019
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New 2019 Audi A1 Citycarver: prices and specs announced
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New 2019 Audi A1 Citycarver: prices and specs announced

Audi’s new off-road inspired version of the A1 Sportback is on sale now, priced from £22,040
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29 Oct 2019
Volta and Prodrive announce all-electric HGV

Volta and Prodrive announce all-electric HGV

Volta has partnered with the British engineering firm Prodrive for its all-electric, pedestrian-friendly 16-tonne HGV
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28 Oct 2019
New Ferrari 488 Challenge EVO unveiled

New Ferrari 488 Challenge EVO unveiled

Ferrari has launched a revised version of its 488 one-make racer, with improved aerodynamics and a reworked chassis
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28 Oct 2019
New 2020 Ferrari 488 GT3 EVO racer launched
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New 2020 Ferrari 488 GT3 EVO racer launched

Ferrari has unveiled an updated version of its 488 GT3 racer, with fresh aerodynamics, better ergonomics and improved reliability
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28 Oct 2019
New SEAT Mii electric to start from £19k
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New SEAT Mii electric to start from £19k

The Spanish manufacturer’s first all-electric car will carry a base-price of £19,300, and cover 161 miles between charges
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25 Oct 2019
Honda to electrify its ‘mainstream’ European line-up by 2022
New 2020 Honda Jazz Crosstar

Honda to electrify its ‘mainstream’ European line-up by 2022

As part of its “electric vision” strategy, Honda will electrify its mainstream European models by 2022
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23 Oct 2019
New 2020 Alpina B3 saloon hits Tokyo with 457bhp
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New 2020 Alpina B3 saloon hits Tokyo with 457bhp

German tuning company Alpina has unveiled its new B3 saloon at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show, with fresh styling and more power
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23 Oct 2019
Suzuki reveals two new concepts at Tokyo

Suzuki reveals two new concepts at Tokyo

Suzuki unveils retro-styled Waku SPO and Hanare concepts at Tokyo Motor Show
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23 Oct 2019
Daihatsu launches four new concept cars at Tokyo
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Daihatsu launches four new concept cars at Tokyo

Japanese manufacturer Daihatsu has released a raft of concepts at its home motor show this year, based on the theme of “gathering”
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23 Oct 2019
New 2019 Audi A6 55 TFSI e quattro launched
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New 2019 Audi A6 55 TFSI e quattro launched

Plug-in hybrid A6, called 55 TFSI e, has claimed economy figures of 134.5mpg and an all-electric range of 32 miles
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22 Oct 2019
Hyundai’s iMax N Drift Bus
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Hyundai’s iMax N Drift Bus

Hyundai’s Australian arm has built a one-off, 400bhp version of the eight-seater i800 people carrier for going sideways in
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21 Oct 2019
New Toyota Ultra-compact BEV to launch at Tokyo
Toyota Ultra-compact BEV

New Toyota Ultra-compact BEV to launch at Tokyo

Toyota will launch a new production-ready two-seat electric vehicle at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show, designed for short-distance travel
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17 Oct 2019
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New Daihatsu Copen GR Sport launched
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New Daihatsu Copen GR Sport launched

Toyota has launched a hopped-up version of the Daihatsu Copen kei car, featuring a range of cosmetic revisions and chassis upgrades
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15 Oct 2019
Facelifted 2020 Fiat Talento on sale now
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Facelifted 2020 Fiat Talento on sale now

Facelifted Fiat Talento starts from £22,695 and features fresh styling, updated technology and a new engine range
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15 Oct 2019
New all-electric Uniti One city car launched
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New all-electric Uniti One city car launched

The Swedish-designed, three-seat Uniti One EV is on sale now, boasting a 186-mile range and a price-tag of £15,100
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14 Oct 2019
Porsche and Boeing announce flying car project
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Porsche and Boeing announce flying car project

Porsche and Boeing have signed an agreement which will see the two companies co-develop and all-electric flying car
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11 Oct 2019
New Toyota LQ concept set for Tokyo launch
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New Toyota LQ concept set for Tokyo launch

Toyota’s latest all-electric concept car features Level Four autonomous driving capability and an advanced artificial intelligence system
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11 Oct 2019
Lunaz electric classic cars
Rolls Royce Phantom EV

Lunaz electric classic cars

The British engineering firm has launched an all-electric conversion kit for the 1953 Jaguar XK120 and the 1961 Rolls-Royce Phantom
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10 Oct 2019
Is Porsche’s Active Suspension Management system worth it?
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Is Porsche’s Active Suspension Management system worth it?

We give you an overview of Porsche’s PASM electronic active damping system – and a verdict on whether you should spec it on your car
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10 Oct 2019
Volvo and Geely to merge combustion engine operations
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Volvo and Geely to merge combustion engine operations

Volvo and Geely to combine combustion engine production into a single stand-alone business, allowing Volvo to focus on electrification
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7 Oct 2019
Limited Edition Abarth 695 70th Anniversario launched
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Limited Edition Abarth 695 70th Anniversario launched

Abarth has built a special version of the 695 to commemorate its 70th Anniversary – and it’s fitted it with an adjustable rear wing
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4 Oct 2019
Range-topping Volkswagen Amarok Black Edition launched

Range-topping Volkswagen Amarok Black Edition launched

Volkswagen has released a range-topping Black Edition variant of the Amarok pick-up truck, featuring a host of black styling additions
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4 Oct 2019