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Steve Fowler

Steve Fowler has previously edited Auto Express, Carbuyer, DrivingElectric, What Car?, Autocar and What Hi-Fi? and has been writing about cars for the best part of 30 years. Steve is also a regular contributor to BBC TV and radio programmes, and is a judge on Auto Bild’s Golden Steering Wheel awards and a World Car of the Year juror.

‘What better than a thumbs-up from an existing owner?’

‘What better than a thumbs-up from an existing owner?’

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler gives his view on our 2020 Driver Power survey, and is especially pleased by Kia's success
News
8 Apr 2020
Tesla contactless test drives could come to UK when restrictions ease

Tesla contactless test drives could come to UK when restrictions ease

Tesla is using contactless technology in China as buyers return to showrooms and could be used in UK
News
3 Apr 2020
‘It’s Car Care Week, so head outside and show your motor a little love’

‘It’s Car Care Week, so head outside and show your motor a little love’

If you can’t drive your car, editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks you should wash it instead. When you're done, send us a pic and we’ll print the best
News
1 Apr 2020
BMW is developing ‘shape-shifting’ steering wheels

BMW is developing ‘shape-shifting’ steering wheels

Steering wheels that change shape are most effective in autonomous driving and emergency situations. BMW has plans to develop the technology.
News
28 Mar 2020
‘JLR’s very British approach: keep calm and carry on’

‘JLR’s very British approach: keep calm and carry on’

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler praises Jaguar Land Rover on both its ability to handle a crisis
News
26 Mar 2020
New Land Rover Defender 2020 review

New Land Rover Defender 2020 review

The new Land Rover Defender is one of the most anticipated new cars in a generation, and it doesn’t disappoint
Road tests
26 Mar 2020
New SsangYong Rexton 2020 review

New SsangYong Rexton 2020 review

The refreshed value-for-money SsangYong Rexton SUV is strong off-road and for towing
Road tests
20 Mar 2020
'We’ll always be here to bring you the best in car news'

'We’ll always be here to bring you the best in car news'

In this extraordinary period of unprecedented action, fear not as Auto Express will always be here to deliver you the very best in car news
News
19 Mar 2020
'The car business is at its best when facing a challenge'

'The car business is at its best when facing a challenge'

The last-minute cancelling of the Geneva Motor Show has shown that the car industry works well in the face of a challenge, says editor-in-chief Steve …
Opinion
5 Mar 2020
Qooder aims for spirit of BMW C1 with all-electric four-wheel scooter

Qooder aims for spirit of BMW C1 with all-electric four-wheel scooter

Innovative roof coming for 95-mile range, £15k urban runaround from Swiss firm Qooder
News
4 Mar 2020
Peugeot 108 safe from axe and could go all-electric

Peugeot 108 safe from axe and could go all-electric

Peugeot boss reveals the 108 will stay in the brand's line-up, while also hinting there’s interest in larger cars sitting above the 508
News
3 Mar 2020
'Polestar: the first of many new brands coming soon'
OPINION Polestar 2

'Polestar: the first of many new brands coming soon'

Polestar is just one of the new electric-only brands set to change the automotive landscape, says editor-in-chief Steve Fowler
Opinion
19 Feb 2020
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Kia: 2035 petrol and diesel car ban doesn’t worry us
Kia e-Niro long termer - first report front

Kia: 2035 petrol and diesel car ban doesn’t worry us

Kia’s UK boss reveals his company can handle the proposed 2035 ban on new ICE cars and strict 2020 CO2 targets
News
7 Feb 2020
Volvo not planning to pay any CO2 fines
Volvo XC40 Recharge - front 3/4 static

Volvo not planning to pay any CO2 fines

New Recharge models set to bring Volvo's CO2 average down below the EU target of 95g/km
News
6 Feb 2020
'The JLR management merry-go-round is up and running'
OPINION Sir Ralph Speth

'The JLR management merry-go-round is up and running'

With JLR CEO Sir Ralph Speth retiring, Steve Fowler looks at who in the automotive industry looks set to replace him
Opinion
5 Feb 2020
Andy Palmer outlines new plans for Aston Martin

Andy Palmer outlines new plans for Aston Martin

Following recent investment, we speak to Aston Martin's CEO to get his views on the British brand's future plans
News
31 Jan 2020
Sir Ralf Speth steps down as Jaguar Land Rover CEO
Dr Ralph Speth

Sir Ralf Speth steps down as Jaguar Land Rover CEO

Speth has confirmed he will retire from his position in September this year, after ten years as the boss of JLR
News
30 Jan 2020
'Makers need to raise their game on EV charging'
Opinion charging

'Makers need to raise their game on EV charging'

Both the government and car makers need to improve the UK's charging network, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
22 Jan 2020
New Aston Martin DBX prototype review
Aston Martin DBX prototype - front

New Aston Martin DBX prototype review

We get an early taste of the new Aston Martin DBX SUV in prototype form and find it deeply impressive
Road tests
15 Jan 2020
'This is your chance to shape the cars of the 2020s'
OPINION Driver Power

'This is your chance to shape the cars of the 2020s'

Our Driver Power survey is your best opportunity to shape the new cars of the next decade, says Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler
Opinion
10 Jan 2020
New Kia Niro PHEV 2020 review
Kia Niro PHEV - front

New Kia Niro PHEV 2020 review

The revised Kia Niro PHEV may tempt many who can’t wait for the all-electric e-Niro
Road tests
10 Jan 2020
Land Rover buys Bowler performance 4x4 specialists
Land Rover Bowler

Land Rover buys Bowler performance 4x4 specialists

Bowler brand to be run by Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations division
News
18 Dec 2019
“Here’s to a new decade of enormous change”
Opinion - Tesla Cybertruck

“Here’s to a new decade of enormous change”

The automotive world has changed massively over the last 10 years, but editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks the future is exciting
Opinion
11 Dec 2019
'Jaguar in good shape for a transformative 2020'
OPINION Jaguar F-Type

'Jaguar in good shape for a transformative 2020'

2020 is set to transform Jaguar's future forever and the new Jaguar F-Type is leading the charge, says Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler
Opinion
5 Dec 2019
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BMW M boss confirms standalone M model
BMW Vision M NEXT concept - studio full front

BMW M boss confirms standalone M model

A new super-advanced halo BMW M model could arrive by 2021, and it's likely to feature some form of electrification
News
21 Nov 2019
'2020 is set to be the year of the EV... and the diesel?'
OPINION Vauxhall Corsa

'2020 is set to be the year of the EV... and the diesel?'

As diesel continues to get a bad press, some bigwigs in the industry think a comeback is one the cards, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
20 Nov 2019
Tesla shuns UK as battery plant heads to Germany
Tesla Model Y

Tesla shuns UK as battery plant heads to Germany

Brand's European factory will be built near Berlin and produce the Model Y SUV, with Tesla R&D centre in Germany, too
News
14 Nov 2019
Vauxhall Corsa vs Peugeot 208 vs Audi A1
Vauxhall Corsa vs Peugeot 208 vs Audi A1 - header

Vauxhall Corsa vs Peugeot 208 vs Audi A1

The Vauxhall Corsa is aiming for the top of the supermini class. We see if it has a chance by testing it against the Peugeot 208 and Audi A1
Car group tests
13 Nov 2019
'Hold your nerve for incredible new-car deals this year'
OPINION - Car deals

'Hold your nerve for incredible new-car deals this year'

Being brave and holding your nerve can lead to some great new-car deals, says Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler
Opinion
13 Nov 2019
I-Pace leads winners in the Golden Steering Wheel Awards

I-Pace leads winners in the Golden Steering Wheel Awards

The Jaguar I-Pace claimed the mid-size SUV category, while the Audi A1, BMW 1 Series and Toyota Supra were also honoured
News
12 Nov 2019
'Think of what PSA/FCA can do, not what they can’t'

'Think of what PSA/FCA can do, not what they can’t'

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks PSA and FCA could achieve incredible things together
Opinion
6 Nov 2019
'The Japanese have finally found their design mojo again'
OPINION Mitsubishi

'The Japanese have finally found their design mojo again'

The Tokyo Motor Show showcased how much Japanese car design has made a comeback, says editor-in-chief Steve Fowler
Opinion
30 Oct 2019
Mitsubishi MI-TECH concept SUV
New Mitsubishi MI-TECH concept front

Mitsubishi MI-TECH concept SUV

Mitsubishi MI-TECH concept is an open-top, plug-in hybrid SUV set to preview the next generation ASX compact SUV
News
23 Oct 2019
Dyson’s electric car woes show going it alone is tough
OPINION Dyson

Dyson’s electric car woes show going it alone is tough

The sad scrappage of Dyson's electric car plans show just how tough the car industry is to crack, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
16 Oct 2019