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Sean Carson

Sean’s been writing about cars since 2010, having worked for outlets as diverse as PistonHeads, MSN Cars, Which? Cars, Race Tech – a specialist motorsport publication – and most recently Auto Express and sister titles Carbuyer and DrivingElectric. A life-long car fan, Sean has seen the industry change an incredible amount over the past decade. As Auto Express’s associate editor few people drive as many vehicles as Sean. From city cars to supercars, luxury SUVs to EVs, Sean oversees all news and reviews for Auto Express.

e-mail: sean_carson@autovia.co.uk

Long-term test review: Volkswagen up!

Final report: after over 5,000 miles, we bid a tearful farewell to our beloved Volkswagen up! city car

Long-term tests

13 Feb 2018

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Honda CR-V review

The Honda CR-V is less engaging to drive than the class leaders, but it’s practical, comfortable and reliable

In-depth reviews

8 Feb 2018

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New Aston Martin DB4 G.T. 2018 review

We wind back the clock and hit the road in the reborn 1959 Aston Martin DB4 G.T.

Road tests

3 Feb 2018

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New 2018 Nissan Leaf goes on sale from £21,990

The new Mk2 Nissan Leaf electric car has a range of 235 miles - with a 310-mile model to follow - and advanced autonomous systems

News

2 Jan 2018

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Kia Cee'd (2012-2018) review

The Kia Cee’d offers practicality and solid build quality, but the driving experience is on the dull side

In-depth reviews

19 Dec 2017

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New BMW M4 CS review

The BMW M4 CS carries a lofty price tag – but is it worth the extra over the standard car?

Road tests

15 Dec 2017

Volkswagen Golf GTI Performance Pack - front

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Volkswagen Golf GTI Performance DSG automatic 2017 review

DSG-equipped Volkswagen Golf GTI Performance promises maximum performance potential. Does it deliver?

Road tests

9 Nov 2017

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New Kia Stinger 2.2 CRDi diesel review

We've already driven the V6 Kia Stinger, but how does the 2.2 diesel model compare? We find out...

Road tests

20 Oct 2017

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New Mercedes CLS prototype ride review

On the road in the sleeker four-door Mercedes CLS coupe ahead of its LA show debut

Road tests

10 Oct 2017

Audi R8 Spyder V10 plus - front bumper action

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New Audi R8 Spyder V10 plus 2017 review

Audi's R8 drop-top now comes with the most powerful version of the brand's storming V10

Road tests

29 Sep 2017

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New McLaren 720S 2017 UK review

The McLaren 720S may be one of the best supercars ever, and its serious performance comes with a fun factor too

Road tests

15 Aug 2017

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New Ferrari GTC4 Lusso V12 UK review

The substantial new 4-seat Ferrari GTC4 Lusso takes to the road in the UK. We see if it fits

Road tests

4 Aug 2017

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2017 Aston Martin Vanquish S Volante review

Luxury Volante convertible GT adds even greater access to that stunning V12 soundtrack

Road tests

18 Jul 2017

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Honda Civic Type R (2015-2017) review

Honda Civic Type R is a 306bhp pocket rocket, but the looks are divisive

In-depth reviews

7 Jul 2017

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Lamborghini Huracan Performante 2017 review

Can the hardcore new Lamborghini Huracan Performante deliver more than searingly fast lap times?

Road tests

23 May 2017

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Porsche 911 GTS 2017 review

We drive more focused Porsche 911 GTS sports car on British roads to see if turbocharging changes its character

Road tests

12 May 2017

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New Audi S4 Avant 2016 review

The latest Audi S4 Avant offers remarkable pace, practical space and a typically premium feel

Road tests

10 May 2017

Citroen C4 Picasso long termer third report - header

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Long-term test review: Citroen C4 Picasso

Final report: Citroen C4 Picasso MPV evokes memories of much loved seven-seater

Long-term tests

2 May 2017

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BMW M3 2017 facelift review

BMW M3 super-saloon gets a mid-life update, and we try it with the Competition Pack

Road tests

26 Apr 2017

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Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S review

Hardcore VW Golf GTI Clubsport S is a 40th anniversary special that turns the GTI formula up to 11

Road tests

24 Apr 2017

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New Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in hybrid 2017 review

Third electric Hyundai Ioniq model slots between standard hybrid and full EV, but what's it like to drive?

Road tests

13 Apr 2017

Mazda MX-5 long-term final report - header

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Long-term test review: Mazda MX-5

Final report: Mazda's MX-5 roadster has proven why it’s a winner after a year on fleet

Long-term tests

10 Apr 2017

Mazda CX-5 2017 - manual Tuscany front tracking

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New Mazda CX-5 2017 review

We drive pre-production petrol version of Mazda’s mid-size SUV – but is it still the driver’s choice in its class?

Road tests

21 Mar 2017

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New Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 BiTDI 2017 review

The punchy 2.0 bi-turbo diesel is the most powerful VW Tiguan available, but is it worth the extra money?

Road tests

14 Mar 2017

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New Land Rover Discovery SD4 2017 review

The new Land Rover Discovery mk5 takes the 'utility' part of the ever-popular SUV formula to new heights

Road tests

15 Feb 2017

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Ford Focus RS Mountune 2017 review

Ford’s flagship Focus RS super hatch gets even more power courtesy of top tuning expert

Road tests

6 Jan 2017

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New Audi S5 Coupe 2017 review

The new Audi S5 Coupe offers plenty of performance, but is it any fun to drive?

Road tests

2 Dec 2016

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New McLaren 540C review

The most affordable McLaren packs a serious punch but does it display the other qualities of its more exclusive brethren?

Road tests

18 Nov 2016

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New Alfa Romeo Giulia 2016 review

We sample Alfa Romeo’s new Giulia junior executive saloon for the first time on UK roads

Road tests

12 Nov 2016

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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron 2016 review

Audi's hybrid A3 e-tron has been facelifted, but can it compete with its ever more sophisticated rivals?

Road tests

14 Oct 2016

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Long-term test review: Caterham Seven 310S

Final report: After 12,000 miles and 10 months of thrills, our man doesn’t want to let the Caterham Seven 310S leave our fleet

Long-term tests

11 Oct 2016

Mercedes E-Class Estate E220d UK - front cornering

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New 2016 Mercedes E220d Estate review

Can the new E-Class estate possibly be as good as the award-winning saloon?

Road tests

7 Oct 2016

Hyundai IONIQ hybrid 2016 UK - front cornering

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Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid 2016 review

We get the new Hyundai Ioniq hybrid on UK roads and find that it's a credible Prius rival

Road tests

3 Oct 2016

Jeep Wrangler 75th Anniversary - Jeep badge

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Jeep to explore 'baby Renegade' Nissan Juke rival

And brand boss Mike Manley believes there’s a strong case for a compact off-roader to sit underneath the firm’s Renegade in the range

News

29 Sep 2016