Matt Saunders Deputy road test editor
Matt joined Autocar in 2003. After stints on the news, features and web desks, he’s finally got the job he was looking for all along, as part of the road test team. He devotes most of his week to brake disc sizes, bore and stroke measurements and wet weather stopping distances.
He frequently indulges in various foolish errands like maxing out a 227mph Brabus Rocket on the autobahn, driving 500 miles across the UK in an electric Mini, or to trade his way to riches out of a £650 Fiat Cinquecento.
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New 2014 Nissan Qashqai spied in UK
Nissan's second-generation crossover caught testing in the UK ahead of its 2014 launch
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Toyota GT86: less is definitely more
Is the GT86 TRD worth its £6.5k premium?
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Volkswagen Golf GTD Mk7 first drive review
The Volkswagen Golf GTD, VW’s fleet-flavoured hot hatch, has the Golf usual charms and a little added dynamic appeal – but it still lacks edge
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Ford C-Max 1.0T EcoBoost Titanium first drive review
EcoBoost engine makes the tidiest-handling MPV all the more pleasing to drive – but it could be more frugal
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Volkswagen Golf S 1.2 TSI DSG first drive review
We test Volkswagen's affordable petrol Golf. Does it maintain the high standards of the brand?
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Lexus IS300h F Sport first drive review
Hybrid version of third-gen Lexus IS has predictable strengths, but it’s too devoted to calmness and efficiency to really enjoy driving
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Hero cars: Ferrari 430 Scuderia
Could the Ferrari 430 Scuderia be the finest modern Ferrari?
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Nissan Juke Nismo UK first drive review
Nissan’s relaunched Nismo model shows dynamic promise, but it’s no substitute for a proper hot hatchback on handling.
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Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG first drive review
The latest flagship SL demonstrates a great breadth of abilities, but the experience is dominated by that amazing engine
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Vauxhall Insignia VXR Supersport first drive review
Ballsy price gives the hot Vauxhall Insignia VXR Supersport a real selling point, but it remains a slightly tame, mannered fast saloon
