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 Nissan Qashqai to get bold new looks
Nissan's original crossover will have styling influenced by the Hi-cross and Resonance concept
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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
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Ford Kuga crowned best compact SUV
The Ford Kuga, Mitsubishi Outlander and Toyota RAV 4 are recently-launched family 4x4s designed to take on the likes of the Land Rover Freelander. Here's how they fare against their toughest rivals.
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Seat Leon 1.6 TDI SE first drive review
Good in parts, but the big-selling, low-emissions Leon certainly doesn’t offer the best driving experience.
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Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI first drive review
An eager and efficient turbocharged petrol shows the new A3 at its best
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PDK-only 911 GT3 will 'still be hardcore'
Development chief justifies lack of manual and electric steering by promising unmatched excitement
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Vauxhall Cascada 1.6 SIDI Turbo Elite first drive review
New four-seat convertible is made of the right stuff, but will rely on open-minded buyers to appreciate it.
