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Steve Walker

As head of digital content, Steve looks after the Auto Express, Carbuyer, evo and DrivingElectric websites. That means planning new content, growing online traffic and managing the web teams. He’s been a motoring journalist, road tester and editor for over 20 years, contributing to a series of leading print and digital titles over that time including MSN Cars, Auto Trader, The Scotsman and The Wall Street Journal.

Steve says…

“Right now is a great time to be writing and creating content about cars. We’ve seen a lot of huge changes in the industry and there are more to come, so keeping Auto Express readers informed while helping them make the best possible car buying decisions is a challenge and a real pleasure.”

Steve Walker’s main areas of expertise

  • Family cars  
  • Vans and pick-up trucks
  • Electric cars 
  • Social media
  • Car content and audiences

Steve Walker Q&A

Q: What was your first car?

A: "It was a white Citroen AX in the ultra-basic Debut spec - body-coloured interior, manual choke, radio cassette, that was about it as far as the equipment list went. The simplicity of it probably helped but it was quite a reliable car and the 1.0-litre engine didn’t mind being worked hard."

Q: What is your dream car? 

A: "Always a difficult question. If we’re sticking within the realms of possibility, i’d love a BMW 535d Touring. If it’s money no object, how about a Ferrari F12 TDF?"

Q: If you could change one thing about cars, driving or the car industry today what would it be?

A: "Almost nothing annoys me more than dodgy lane discipline on motorways but the main one is that i’d like to see legislators do more to encourage lighter, more efficient cars - they’re getting too big and heavy. "

Social media and e-mail

New 2023 Genesis GV60 will know your face
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New 2023 Genesis GV60 will know your face

Genesis has upped the already impressive equipment levels for its 2023 GV60, adding new face recognition tech as standard
30 Mar 2023
Driving offence codes explained: UK licence endorsements for speeding and other offences 
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Driving offence codes explained: UK licence endorsements for speeding and other offences 

What are driving offence endorsement codes and what do they mean on your driving licence?
14 Mar 2023
Genesis plans ‘significant’ expansion of UK dealer network
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Genesis plans ‘significant’ expansion of UK dealer network

Genesis, the Korean premium car brand, is set to roll out more dealer and customer service locations in the UK
1 Mar 2023
New Mercedes GLE: prices and specs for 2023 facelift models
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New Mercedes GLE: prices and specs for 2023 facelift models

Every GLE now gets an electrified powertrain to go with revised exterior design
22 Feb 2023
Ford Focus Active Estate: long-term test review
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Ford Focus Active Estate: long-term test review

Final report: there’s much more to the Ford Focus Active Estate than the SUV-style additions
15 Feb 2023
Mercedes-Maybach S-Class gains S 580 e model: brand’s first plug-in hybrid
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Mercedes-Maybach S-Class gains S 580 e model: brand’s first plug-in hybrid

The Mercedes-Maybach S 580 e is the brand’s first plug-in hybrid with 503bhp and a 62-mile electric range
10 Feb 2023
New Mercedes eSprinter electric van gets huge range boost
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New Mercedes eSprinter electric van gets huge range boost

Mercedes has made its eSprinter panel van massively more competitive at a stroke with a second generation model boasting a 161% increase in range
9 Feb 2023
Plug-in hybrid emissions are three times higher than official tests show
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Plug-in hybrid emissions are three times higher than official tests show

Real-world tests of plug-in hybrids suggest that official laboratory tests could be dramatically understating emissions...
8 Feb 2023
New Mercedes Citan van hits the UK: prices and specs announced
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New Mercedes Citan van hits the UK: prices and specs announced

Supply issues meant we had to wait, but the Mercedes Citan is now on sale in the UK with first deliveries due in February
23 Jan 2023
Car colours: grey is UK’s favourite shade for new cars again in 2022
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Car colours: grey is UK’s favourite shade for new cars again in 2022

The most popular car colours were overwhelmingly monotone again in 2022 but some brighter shades have shown growth.
18 Jan 2023
Driving licence renewal guide: how to renew your licence, change the photo or address
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Driving licence renewal guide: how to renew your licence, change the photo or address

Renewing your driving licence or changing the address is really simple: here’s how it’s done
14 Dec 2022
Electric car servicing and repairs in the UK: costs, pitfalls and finding a local garage
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Electric car servicing and repairs in the UK: costs, pitfalls and finding a local garage

The popularity of electric cars is growing exponentially. But with more and more on the road, where do you go to get your pride and joy maintained and…
25 Nov 2022
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The Next Ora Cat is a four-door coupe to take on Tesla
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The Next Ora Cat is a four-door coupe to take on Tesla

Naturally, Ora is following up the Funky Cat with the Next Ora Cat, a larger four-door car revealed in concept form in Paris…
18 Oct 2022
Solar powered cars: amazing vehicles that run on the sun
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Solar powered cars: amazing vehicles that run on the sun

Using clean, free power from the sun to run our cars sounds like a revolutionary answer to a lot of our current problems, but will it ever really work…
1 Oct 2022
Failed UK Smart Motorway ‘experiment’ should be stopped, says Liz Truss
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Failed UK Smart Motorway ‘experiment’ should be stopped, says Liz Truss

Prime ministerial hopeful Liz Truss is not a fan of smart motorways and suggests the evidence she's seen indicates the concept has failed
1 Sep 2022
How to find the cheapest petrol and diesel near you
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How to find the cheapest petrol and diesel near you

Cheap fuel is hard to come by in the UK at the moment but there are ways that you can minimise what you pay for petrol and diesel
29 Jul 2022
DS 7 Crossback E-Tense: long term test review
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DS 7 Crossback E-Tense: long term test review

Final report: We bid adieu to aspiring upmarket PHEV
29 Jul 2022
Ford Focus Estate review
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Ford Focus Estate review

The estate option adds another dimension to the fun-driving and family-friendly Ford Focus line-up
15 Jul 2022
Van leasing explained: how it works, costs, pros and cons
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Van leasing explained: how it works, costs, pros and cons

Leasing a van is a great option for businesses that need a vehicle and want to keep their costs in check. Here’s how to do it…
30 Jun 2022
New Mercedes T-Class 2022 review
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New Mercedes T-Class 2022 review

The Mercedes T-Class tempts van-based MPV buyers with the chance to take a step up in perceived quality - but will they take the bait?
24 May 2022
Aston Martin replaces Tobias Moers with former Ferrari boss
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Aston Martin replaces Tobias Moers with former Ferrari boss

Amedeo Felisa takes over from Tobias Moers as Aston Martin chairman Lawrence Stroll rings the changes.
4 May 2022
Confirmed: Toyota Supra to get a manual gearbox
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Confirmed: Toyota Supra to get a manual gearbox

Toyota has bowed to the pressure from enthusiasts and announced that its GR Supra coupe will be offered with a six-speed manual gearbox
16 Apr 2022
Intensive driving courses: the ultimate guide
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Intensive driving courses: the ultimate guide

Are intensive driving courses a good way to get a driving licence? We guide you through the options to help you pass the practical test.
13 Apr 2022
Skoda Enyaq iV 80: long-term test review
Skoda Enyaq iV 80 long termer final report: Steve Walker on spacehopper
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Skoda Enyaq iV 80: long-term test review

Final Report: It’s goodbye to our Enyaq, and the fact that the worst thing about it were some optional wheels says a lot about Skoda’s first EV
8 Apr 2022
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Car scams and frauds: a safety guide for buyers and sellers
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Car scams and frauds: a safety guide for buyers and sellers

While 99% of car transactions go off without a hitch, there are scammers and fraudsters looking to take advantage, so it pays to take a few sensible p…
31 Mar 2022
Can I end a car finance agreement early?
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Can I end a car finance agreement early?

It may be possible to pay off a car finance deal or use a voluntary termination clause but is it a good idea?
23 Mar 2022
What is a clearway? Urban clearways, clearways and red routes explained
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What is a clearway? Urban clearways, clearways and red routes explained

If you’re unsure of the difference between a clearway, an urban clearway and a red route, you’ve come to the right place.
7 Dec 2021
Best Lego cars 2021/2022 - cool Lego gifts for car fans
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Best Lego cars 2021/2022 - cool Lego gifts for car fans

From large scale Lego Technic models to smaller Lego car sets for kids, we’ve put together the best Lego cars on sale for 2021 and 2022
19 Nov 2021
Mazda MX-30 GT Sport Tech: long-term test review
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Mazda MX-30 GT Sport Tech: long-term test review

Final report: our final thoughts as the quirky Mazda MX-30 electric coupe-SUV ends its six-month stint on our fleet
1 Nov 2021
New Vauxhall Combo-e van 2021 review
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New Vauxhall Combo-e van 2021 review

Electric power adds another dimension to the impressive Vauxhall Combo, one that might persuade more operators to make the switch to an all-electric v…
18 Oct 2021
New Vauxhall Combo-e Life 2021 review
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New Vauxhall Combo-e Life 2021 review

Adding an electric powertrain to Vauxhall’s Combo Life MPV creates a fine family utility vehicle, if you don’t mind driving a van
18 Oct 2021
New Audi A6 S line 2021 review
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New Audi A6 S line 2021 review

S line trim makes the Audi A6 look and feel that little bit sportier and the appeal isn’t hard to see
27 Sep 2021
Land Rover Discovery Sport D180: long-term test review
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Land Rover Discovery Sport D180: long-term test review

Final report: fuel economy aside, we’ve been impressed with our practical and upmarket Land Rover Discovery Sport
24 Aug 2021
Catalytic converters explained: how they work and theft prevention
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Catalytic converters explained: how they work and theft prevention

Catalytic converters help clean your car’s exhaust emissions using chemical reactions with precious metals, but thefts are on the rise...
14 May 2021