James Fossdyke

James Fossdyke is a freelance motoring journalist with a wealth of experience when it comes to road tests, feature writing and news gathering. His work has appeared in a variety of newspapers, magazines and websites, including regular contributions to Sunday Times Driving. James previously worked on news, road tests and features for the highly-respected Press Association Motoring desk. He also happens to be a private pilot with a penchant for old Jags and even older planes.

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Articles by James Fossdyke

NIO EL6 - an in-depth first look!

The premium electric NIO EL6 SUV arrives in the UK later this year - and here's our first review of this Chinese rival to Porsche, BMW, Audi and Te...

By James Fossdyke | 09-07-2024

Reviews by James Fossdyke

3.9/5 stars

Alpine A290 (2025) Review

Can the all-electric performance version of the new Renault 5 live up to the high expectations placed upon it?

By James Fossdyke | 28-04-2025

4.5/5 stars

Kia EV6 (2025-) Review

A light touch has been applied to the cool Kia electric family car, but with such strong rivals on the market these days, will that be enough?

By James Fossdyke | 28-04-2025

3.8/5 stars

Audi A5 Saloon (2025-) Review

Can the new, five-door Audi A5 really be a replacement for the four-door A4 Saloon, and can it finally defeat its rivals from BMW and Mercedes-Benz?

By James Fossdyke | 28-04-2025

3.8/5 stars

Audi A5 Avant (2024-) Review

As the A5 Avant replaces the A4 Avant, it has gained fresh technology and design, but will that finally put the Audi ahead of the BMW 3 Series?

By James Fossdyke | 28-04-2025

3.6/5 stars

Ford Kuga (2024-) Review

Revamping a successful model is always fraught with danger, so will the new Ford Kuga prove as capable as its impressive predecessors?

By James Fossdyke | 28-04-2025

4/5 stars

Hyundai Tucson (2024-) Review

Hyundai has revamped its ever-popular Tucson SUV, but can a few tweaks really be enough to keep this family crossover ahead of the game?

By James Fossdyke | 28-04-2025

3.9/5 stars

BMW 1 Series (2024-) Review

One of the kings of the premium family hatchback market, the 1 Series has long been a firm favourite with customers. But will the new model have the same appeal as its predecessor?

By James Fossdyke | 28-04-2025

4.6/5 stars

Porsche 911 (992.2) (2024-) Review

The 911 is one of the world’s definitive sports cars, yet Porsche is still continuously honing the recipe. Will the new model, offered with hybrid power for the first time, still be the yardstick by which all others are measured?

By James Fossdyke | 28-04-2025