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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

Suzuki Vitara SZ5 Full Hybrid 2022 review

Full Hybrid replaces mild hybrid in the popular Suzuki Vitara SUV's range

Road tests

4 Mar 2022

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Ford forms separate ‘Model e’ and ‘Blue’ units to split EV and ICE business

The Blue Oval is splitting its business into an EV-focused Ford Model e unit and Ford Blue, which will focus on ICE products

News

2 Mar 2022

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DS 9 E-Tense 4x4 2022 review

With a potent 355bhp available, is the new E-Tense 4x4 360 the best version of the DS 9 hybrid?

Road tests

24 Feb 2022

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New McLaren GT 2022 review

Does extra equipment make the 612bhp McLaren GT easier to live with? We hit the road to find out...

Road tests

17 Feb 2022

Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe - front tracking

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New 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee makes European debut with plug-in power

The flagship Grand Cherokee SUV arrives in Europe with plug-in hybrid power only as Jeep looks towards an all-electrified engine line-up in 2022

News

17 Feb 2022

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New Bentley SUV to be brand’s first all-electric car when it arrives in 2025

Bentley will launch its first pure electric car in 2025, and our exclusive image previews how it could look

News

4 Feb 2022

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New Renault Clio TCe 90 2022 review

The Renault Clio is our favourite supermini, but is that true of the newly revised entry-level version?

Road tests

1 Feb 2022

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New 2022 BMW M8 Competition makes its debut

Updated interior design, tech and styling details feature on 2022 BMW M8 Competition, which is available in three bodystyles and produces 616bhp

News

25 Jan 2022

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Updated 2022 BMW 8 Series range features subtle styling tweaks

Design updates, more technology and extra kit for new BMW 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and four-door Gran Coupe models

News

25 Jan 2022

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Audi S3 Sportback: long-term test review

Final report: our Audi S3 wasn't perfect, but it did show many strengths

Long-term tests

19 Jan 2022

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New Hyundai Tucson PHEV 2022 review

Is the award-winning Hyundai Tucson even better with plug-in hybrid power?

Road tests

17 Jan 2022

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New Mazda 2 2022 review

Has hybrid power taken the Mazda 2 to the next level?

Road tests

11 Jan 2022

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New Morgan Plus Four CX-T 2022 review

The Morgan Plus Four CX-T ‘adventure car’ is inspired by the brand’s time-trialling roots

Road tests

30 Dec 2021

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Ford Mustang Mach-E driving range boosted for 2022

Engineers have unlocked more usable battery capacity, which has resulted in improvements to claimed range across the Ford Mustang Mach-E line-up

News

21 Dec 2021

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Toyota unveils 11 new electric car concepts

Series of new all-electric concepts revealed by Toyota, from sports cars to SUVs and pick-ups, previewing new battery-electric strategy to 2030 and be…

News

14 Dec 2021

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New BMW iX 2022 review

We try out the flagship electric BMW iX SUV on British roads to see if it’s worth its £70k+ price tag

Road tests

13 Dec 2021

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New Hyundai i20 N Line 2022 review

The new Hyundai i20 N Line hatch offers fun without the hot N car’s compromises

Road tests

3 Dec 2021

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New Jeep Compass 4xe 2022 review

The new plug-in hybrid Jeep Compass 4xe struggles with refinement, but still comes with plenty of plus points

Road tests

3 Dec 2021

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Off-road in a crazy Bowler Defender

We head to Land Rover’s Fen End test track to drive Bowler's latest creation - the new Defender Challenge rally car

Features

30 Nov 2021

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WayRay Holograktor ride hailing concept showcases advanced Augmented Reality tech

New ride hailing concept from tech firm brings advanced AR tech, mixing gaming with mobility

News

29 Nov 2021

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New Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo 2021 review

With a lower price tag and more boot space, the all-electric Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo is the perfect all rounder

Road tests

25 Nov 2021

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New Audi RS 3 Saloon 2021 review

We get behind the wheel of the searingly hot Audi RS 3 Saloon to see if it can match its impressive performance figures

Road tests

22 Nov 2021

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New Porsche Taycan GTS and GTS Sport Turismo join executive EV range

Porsche adds new GTS variant to the all-electric Taycan line-up, with the driver-focused model offering up to 313 miles of range

News

17 Nov 2021

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New hardcore Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS unveiled with 493bhp

The new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS track toy features a 911 GT3-derived engine and serious modifications for huge performance

News

17 Nov 2021

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New Hyundai Kona N 2021 review

The new 276bhp Hyundai Kona N proves that the brand’s N is just as capable when it comes to SUVs

Road tests

17 Nov 2021

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BMW M240i xDrive Coupe 2021 review

We hit the road in the new BMW 2 Series Coupe in hot M240i guise

Road tests

16 Nov 2021

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New Volkswagen Polo 2021 review

The facelifted Volkswagen Polo supermini channels even more Golf DNA

Road tests

5 Nov 2021

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New BMW X4 M Competition 2021 review

We get to grips with the updated BMW X4 M Competition - the fastest-accelerating BMW M SUV

Road tests

29 Oct 2021

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BMW X3 (2017-2024) xDrive30d M Sport review

The BMW X3 has been updated to keep it fresh in the face of competition from the Audi Q5 and Volvo XC60, but have the changes improved the popular SUV…

Road tests

29 Oct 2021

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New Skoda Kodiaq SportLine 2021 review

The seven-seat Skoda Kodiaq SUV gets styling tweaks and tech upgrades in facelift

Road tests

15 Oct 2021

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New Ford Focus ST Edition 2021 review

The Ford Focus ST Edition hot hatchback is a fine swansong for the outgoing Focus range

Road tests

30 Sep 2021

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New Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 2021 review

It may not be the biggest seven-seat SUV, but the hot Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 will suit keen drivers seeking a practical family car

Road tests

15 Sep 2021

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New 2022 Subaru WRX launched with 267bhp flat-four boxer engine

The fifth-generation Subaru WRX will storm onto the US market next year, but the UK is being left out again with no plans for a British launch

News

10 Sep 2021

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Dacia says it will not go electric until it has to

Value-focused brand Dacia will only go electric when it has to, keeping car prices more affordable for its customers

News

9 Sep 2021