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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.

New Range Rover Velar 2017 review
Range Rover Velar - front

New Range Rover Velar 2017 review

We get behind the wheel of the sexy new Range Rover Velar, and it proves highly capable both on and off road
Road tests
23 Jul 2017
‘The combustion engine will survive for some time yet'

‘The combustion engine will survive for some time yet'

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler believes electrification won’t kill off petrol and diesel for some time
Opinion
12 Jul 2017
‘New cars are getting better, but buying is harder’
Opinion - Range Rover Evoque

‘New cars are getting better, but buying is harder’

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks the standard of new cars is continuing to rise, but wants to see improvement in the retail sector
Opinion
28 Jun 2017
'There's no hiding from the truth in Driver Power'
Opinion - Driver Power

'There's no hiding from the truth in Driver Power'

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler looks at Driver Power and thinks the 2017 results are invaluable for car makers
Opinion
7 Jun 2017
“I want to watch Indycar on TV, and I want to go to a race”

“I want to watch Indycar on TV, and I want to go to a race”

After watching the 2017 Indy 500, editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks F1 could learn a few things from our friends across the pond
Opinion
29 May 2017
Renault Koleos: full UK prices and specs revealed

Renault Koleos: full UK prices and specs revealed

Large five-seat SUV completes Renault range revamp, and costs from £27,500
News
4 May 2017
‘The Chinese brand that could bring real change’
Opinion - Lynk & Co

‘The Chinese brand that could bring real change’

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler is excited about the future of Lynk & Co and is looking forward to seeing the Chinese brand in the UK
Opinion
26 Apr 2017
Tesla Model S CPO used long-term test review
Tesla Model S long-term final report - header

Tesla Model S CPO used long-term test review

Final report: our last run of the tech-packed, space-age Tesla Model S
Long-term tests
25 Apr 2017
Four-seat McLaren supercar possible
McLaren 720S - full front

Four-seat McLaren supercar possible

McLaren boss hints a 2+2 GT would be considered, but a four-door McLaren is out of the question.
News
20 Apr 2017
New Volkswagen Polo 2017 prototype review
New Volkswagen Polo 2017 prototype front

New Volkswagen Polo 2017 prototype review

We take an exclusive drive in the next-generation version of VW’s Polo supermini and deliver the first verdict on this crucial model
Road tests
18 Apr 2017
'The minnows are rising in the VW Group'
SEAT Opinion

'The minnows are rising in the VW Group'

The VW Group brand hierarchy could be set for a shake-up as SEAT and Skoda increasingly challenge VW and Audi for sales
Opinion
5 Apr 2017
Tesla-style over-the-air software upgrades for new BMW cars
BMW Vision Next 100 front quarter

Tesla-style over-the-air software upgrades for new BMW cars

Digital after-sales revolution promised by BMW boss with online updates to car software adding new features.
News
31 Mar 2017
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'Now's your chance to get car makers to listen'

'Now's your chance to get car makers to listen'

Our Driver Power 2017 survey is about to close; Steve Fowler is urging you to tell us about your car and be listened to by the industry!
Opinion
29 Mar 2017
SEAT Leon and Mii electric cars due in 2019
SEAT Leon - front cornering

SEAT Leon and Mii electric cars due in 2019

EV versions of the SEAT Mii and Leon to be followed by more electric cars post 2020
News
28 Mar 2017
New McLaren 720S: 711bhp, 770Nm and a bold new look
McLaren 720S Geneva show - front

New McLaren 720S: 711bhp, 770Nm and a bold new look

All-new McLaren 720S takes Geneva 2017 by storm; replaces the 650S and will arrive in May from £208,600
News
16 Mar 2017
'The star of the show is the car and the people who make it'

'The star of the show is the car and the people who make it'

Glitzy launch events of new cars are fine, but the car itself and the passion behind it should be what we focus on, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
8 Mar 2017
Audi’s three-pronged EV assault
Audi A3 e-tron - e-tron badge

Audi’s three-pronged EV assault

Upcoming all-electric SUV to be followed by sports car and compact car - all by 2020
News
8 Mar 2017
SEAT launches 'My First SEAT'
New SEAT Ibiza - front

SEAT launches 'My First SEAT'

New My First SEAT scheme combines PCP finance and insurance aimed at 17-year olds
News
8 Mar 2017
Opel 'can go back to China' under PSA, says boss
Opel badge

Opel 'can go back to China' under PSA, says boss

Karl-Thomas Neumann says 'no limitations' on a return to the huge Chinese market - but profitability in Europe has to come first
News
7 Mar 2017
BMW M760Li xDrive 2017 review
BMW 7 Series 760Li - front tracking

BMW M760Li xDrive 2017 review

Luxury BMW M760Li xDrive flagship is the brand’s fastest ever car, but does it feel it?
Road tests
16 Feb 2017
'Autonomous cars will be ready long before our roads are'
Ian Robertson discusses BMW's autonomous future

'Autonomous cars will be ready long before our roads are'

With autonomous cars fast approaching, the laws to govern them are still some way off, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
8 Feb 2017
Long-term test: Volvo XC90
Volvo XC90 long-term test - final report header

Long-term test: Volvo XC90

Final report: if you or your employer has the cash, the Volvo XC90 SUV is truly brilliant
Long-term tests
24 Jan 2017
'Ford's move is focusing on cars and mobility solutions'

'Ford's move is focusing on cars and mobility solutions'

Out of the big three car makers vying for attention, Ford was the clear winner at the 2017 Detroit show, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
18 Jan 2017
VW ID family set to grow with more concepts in coming months
Volkswagen I.D. Buzz - front action

VW ID family set to grow with more concepts in coming months

Two or three more Volkswagen ID concepts are coming in the next few months, ahead of 2020 EV launch
News
10 Jan 2017
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VW's MOIA brand could get I.D. Buzz as its first model
Volkswagen I.D. Buzz - full front action

VW's MOIA brand could get I.D. Buzz as its first model

Volkswagen's I.D. Buzz Detroit concept could become the first model for the MOIA mobility brand
News
9 Jan 2017
Electric Kia Stinger GT to rival Tesla Model 3
Kia Stinger GT - front static white

Electric Kia Stinger GT to rival Tesla Model 3

New Kia Stinger GT car is ready for battery tech, but diesel and four-wheel drive will be added first
News
9 Jan 2017
"Could this be the year car dealers get their act together?"

"Could this be the year car dealers get their act together?"

2017 could be the year that car dealerships improve more than ever before but they need feedback from you, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
4 Jan 2017
"If you thought 2016 was crazy, you ain't seen nothing yet!"

"If you thought 2016 was crazy, you ain't seen nothing yet!"

As we look back at 2016, we've had an incredible year of motoring, but 2017 is set to be even better, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
23 Dec 2016
New VW up! GTI prototype review
Volkswagen up! GTI prototype - front tracking

New VW up! GTI prototype review

It’s finally coming, the Volkswagen up! GTI is the hot version of VW’s zesty city car and we’ve driven the prototype…
Road tests
16 Dec 2016
New Volkswagen Arteon prototype review
Volkswagen Arteon prototype - front tracking

New Volkswagen Arteon prototype review

The Volkswagen CC 4-door coupe is being replaced by the bigger, plusher Volkswagen Arteon. We take the prototype for a spin...
Road tests
15 Dec 2016
New Lexus LC 500h 2017 review
Lexus LC 500h - front

New Lexus LC 500h 2017 review

The striking new Lexus LC 500h takes an innovative approach to hybrid performance
Road tests
8 Dec 2016
New 2017 VW Atlas: giant SUV could be set for Europe
Volkswagen Atlas - LA Motor Show

New 2017 VW Atlas: giant SUV could be set for Europe

Volkswagen's five-meter long seven-seater Atlas SUV could add to VW’s increasing SUV line-up in Europe but UK sales are still unlikely
News
2 Dec 2016
New Nissan Micra 2016 review
New Nissan Micra - front

New Nissan Micra 2016 review

We get behind the wheel of late pre-production prototype of Nissan’s new Fiesta rival
Road tests
23 Nov 2016
New Citroen C3 2016 review
Citroen C3 2016 - front tracking 3

New Citroen C3 2016 review

With a fresh, funky approach, the new Citroen C3 aims to shake-up the supermini market and its key rivals should be worried
Road tests
22 Nov 2016