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Matt Robinson

Matt’s been writing about cars professionally since 2009, cutting his teeth on specialist titles including BMW Car, Land Rover Owner and Retro Cars. In 2013 he joined automotive start-up Car Throttle, assisting with its rapid audience growth before becoming editor in 2016. He moved across to sister-title Auto Express in 2022, becoming deputy executive editor, a role which sees him work across the business on both editorial and commercial content as well as contributing to Carbuyer and DrivingElectric. Outside of work, Matt’s an avid mountain biker and strong Skoda Yeti advocate.


e-mail: matt_robinson@autovia.co.uk

Volkswagen Scirocco (Mk1, 1974-1981) icon review
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Volkswagen Scirocco (Mk1, 1974-1981) icon review

We drive a special edition of the groundbreaking Volkswagen Scirocco Mk1 coupe
Road tests
11 Jan 2023
Honda Insight (Mk1, 1999-2006) icon review
Honda Insight Mk1 - front

Honda Insight (Mk1, 1999-2006) icon review

We take a second look at the pioneering Honda Insight in Mk1 form
Road tests
27 Dec 2022
New Alfa Romeo Giulia facelift: updated tech and revised line-up for 2023
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New Alfa Romeo Giulia facelift: updated tech and revised line-up for 2023

Alfa Romeo’s BMW 3 Series rival will receive a fresh look and new tech for 2023 as well as a rejigged engine and trim line-up
News
6 Dec 2022
Nissan Micra (Mk2, 1992-2002) icon review
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Nissan Micra (Mk2, 1992-2002) icon review

We take a second look at the Nissan Micra supermini in second generation K11 form
Road tests
27 Nov 2022
New BMW 2 Series 230i M Sport review
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New BMW 2 Series 230i M Sport review

The 230i is one of the less popular derivatives of the 2 Series, but is it a hidden gem that deserves more attention?
Road tests
24 Nov 2022
Ford Puma ST-Line X Gold Edition 2022 review
Ford Puma ST-Line X Gold Edition

Ford Puma ST-Line X Gold Edition 2022 review

The new Ford Puma ST-Line X Gold Edition guarantees exclusivity, but is it worth the extra cash?
Road tests
17 Nov 2022
Audi TT (Mk1, 1999-2006) icon review
Audi TT (Mk1, 1999-2006)

Audi TT (Mk1, 1999-2006) icon review

We take a second look at the revolutionary Audi TT coupe in first generation form
Road tests
11 Nov 2022
New Nissan X-Trail 2022 review
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New Nissan X-Trail 2022 review

The new Nissan X-Trail works well in the UK, but the efficiency of the clever e-Power set-up could be better
Road tests
9 Nov 2022
Mazda CX-60 six-cylinder diesel available to order from £42,990
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Mazda CX-60 six-cylinder diesel available to order from £42,990

Mazda has announced pricing for the diesel version of the CX-60 SUV, which uses a brand new six-cylinder unit
News
20 Oct 2022
Lamborghini Urus Performante 2022 review
 Lamborghini Urus Performante - front tracking

Lamborghini Urus Performante 2022 review

The Urus Performante is yet another super-SUV hoping to blend practicality with extreme on-track capability. But how well does it mix the two?
Road tests
13 Oct 2022
New Alfa Romeo Tonale 2022 review
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New Alfa Romeo Tonale 2022 review

We drive a UK-spec Alfa Romeo Tonale in both main trim levels trim to see if it can mix it with the many other premium compact SUVs available right no…
Road tests
11 Oct 2022
Volvo C40 Recharge Plus Twin Motor 2022 review
Volvo C40 Recharge - front

Volvo C40 Recharge Plus Twin Motor 2022 review

After a UK drive of Volvo’s C40 Recharge in top-spec, twin-motor guise, we remain a little perplexed
Road tests
27 Sep 2022
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Volkswagen Gen.Travel concept imagines future cross-country travel
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Volkswagen Gen.Travel concept imagines future cross-country travel

The Gen.Travel is billed as “an outlook for mobility of the coming decade” that could one day provide an alternative to short-haul flights
News
23 Sep 2022
New DS 7 225 Performance Line+ 2022 review
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New DS 7 225 Performance Line+ 2022 review

DS has done a good job of improving its mid-size SUV in multiple areas, but old complaints remain
Road tests
19 Sep 2022
New DS 7 2022 review
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New DS 7 2022 review

The new DS 7 range-topper is an effective country-road tool, leaving us impressed but also a little confused
Road tests
16 Sep 2022
Top 10 ugliest cars ever made
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Top 10 ugliest cars ever made

A sight to behold for all the wrong reasons: these are the ugliest cars ever made
Best cars & vans
15 Sep 2022
Bentley Flying Spur Speed arrives to replace standard W12
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Bentley Flying Spur Speed arrives to replace standard W12

The new Flying Spur Speed features the same drivetrain and chassis as the standard W12 it replaces but is differentiated by numerous cosmetic tweaks
News
6 Sep 2022
Liz Truss could axe mandatory motorway speed limits as PM
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Liz Truss could axe mandatory motorway speed limits as PM

Liz Truss suggests she is “prepared” to look into scrapping mandatory speed limits on motorways as prime minister
News
1 Sep 2022
48 money saving tips for motorists
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48 money saving tips for motorists

Shave pounds off your annual motoring bills with these money saving tips for car owners
Tips & advice
26 Aug 2022
Best used seven-seater cars 2022
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Best used seven-seater cars 2022

These MPVs and SUVs place practicality high on the agenda, offering seven seats and a lot of boot space
Best cars & vans
5 Aug 2022
Peugeot 508 PSE: long-term test review
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Peugeot 508 PSE: long-term test review

Final report: We saddle up for estate’s last practicality test on our fleet
Long-term tests
4 Aug 2022
Toyota Corolla Commercial van review
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Toyota Corolla Commercial van review

The Toyota Corolla Commercial is a car-based van that offers an interesting mix of practicality, efficiency and refinement
In-depth reviews
27 Jul 2022
New Toyota Corolla prototype review
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New Toyota Corolla prototype review

We try out the updated Toyota Corolla hybrid ahead of its official arrival
Road tests
30 Jun 2022
£1.5 million Bentley Speed Six Continuation Series announced
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£1.5 million Bentley Speed Six Continuation Series announced

Following what it calls the “huge success” of its Blower Continuation Series, Bentley will build 12 brand-new versions of its Le Mans-winning Speed Si…
News
27 Jun 2022
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New Toyota Supra manual 2022 review
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New Toyota Supra manual 2022 review

The Toyota Supra is now available with a manual gearbox, but does it provide that extra spice it’s been missing so far?
Road tests
7 Jun 2022
Cupra Leon 245 VZ1 review
Cupra Leon 245 VZ1

Cupra Leon 245 VZ1 review

Few Cupra Leon buyers opt for this entry-level version of the car. Is it a hidden gem, or the derivative to avoid? 
Road tests
1 Jun 2022
Mercedes-AMG E 63 S Final Edition sends off Affalterbach’s V8 super saloon
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Mercedes-AMG E 63 S Final Edition sends off Affalterbach’s V8 super saloon

Limited to 999 units, the Final Edition uses a choice spec and exclusive badging to celebrate the end of the current E 63’s life
News
31 May 2022
New Ford Ranger Raptor on sale now from £57,340
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New Ford Ranger Raptor on sale now from £57,340

Raptor is the first version of new Ranger pick-up to go on sale in the UK
News
23 May 2022
New 2022 Range Rover hits 10,000 UK orders, despite higher prices
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New 2022 Range Rover hits 10,000 UK orders, despite higher prices

The higher cost of the new Range Rover hasn’t deterred buyers, with Land Rover already banking 10,000 orders in the UK, stretching the waiting list to…
News
19 May 2022
New Range Rover D350 Autobiography 2022 review
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New Range Rover D350 Autobiography 2022 review

We drive a new Range Rover mild-hybrid diesel model in the UK to see if the iconic luxury 4x4 is still just as impressive as ever
Road tests
19 May 2022
Caravaning for beginners: how to choose a caravan and tow it with confidence
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Caravaning for beginners: how to choose a caravan and tow it with confidence

Caravans and motorhomes offer real freedom, but getting started properly is crucial
Tips & advice
18 May 2022
New Audi R8 Performance RWD Edition 2022 review
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New Audi R8 Performance RWD Edition 2022 review

Audi’s new R8 Performance RWD gets a power uplift and some aesthetic tweaks, making it even more appealing than its predecessor
Road tests
13 May 2022
New Mazda CX-5 2.5 GT Sport 2022 Review
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New Mazda CX-5 2.5 GT Sport 2022 Review

Mazda’s most powerful CX-5 in this top-spec trim isn’t far off £40,000. Is the SUV worth it?
Road tests
11 May 2022
New Volkswagen ID.5 2022 review
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New Volkswagen ID.5 2022 review

The new Volkswagen ID.5 coupe-SUV is the latest electric car to join VW’s range, but is it the best?
Road tests
10 May 2022