
Richard Aucock
Richard has been a motoring journalist since 1998, when he won the Guild of Motoring Writers’ Sir William Lyons Award for young writers. He joined Motoring Research in 2021 and has written for a range of titles including Auto Express, Daily Telegraph, Guardian and Top Gear, and edited specialist titles such as Auto Market Insight. He is a World Car Awards juror, and the UK juror and vice president at AUTOBEST. He is also vice chair of the Guild of Motoring Writers. When not covering new cars, he is found happily browsing the CarGurus classifieds for another Volkswagen Golf, another BMW 3 Series, another… well, you get the idea.
Articles written by this author:

Volkswagen T-Roc 2026 review | Useful evolution of a stylish SUV favourite
Updated on 11 August 2026
The Volkswagen T-Roc has grown in size and sophistication to become a talented alternative to the Nissan Qashqai, with style ...
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Honda Super-N 2026 review | Bargain electric car fun
Updated on 11 August 2026
The Honda Super-N is one of the most affordable electric cars on sale – and one of the most fun, too. It's charming to look a...
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MG4 Urban 2026 review | Great-value small SUV is a surprising EV all-rounder
Updated on 24 July 2026
Surprisingly well-rounded electric car challenger to the best-selling Ford Puma Gen-e that offers great value for money, plen...
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Changan Deepal S05 2026 review | Sophisticated and stylish Chinese electric SUV
Updated on 15 June 2026
The Changan Deepal S05 is a Chinese electric SUV with Italian style, British engineering and a roomy, tech-packed interior th...
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Geely Starray 2026 review | Solid plug-in hybrid family SUV at a bargain price
Updated on 4 June 2026
The Geely Starray is a well-priced, inoffensive plug-in hybrid family SUV with plenty of space, lots of tech and exceptionall...
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Mazda CX-5 2026 review | Family-favourite SUV takes on the premium brands
Updated on 14 May 2026
Mazda’s best-selling vehicle is an accomplished family SUV with driving manners and interior quality that feel decidedly upma...
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Toyota RAV4 2026 review | Distinctive styling for able all-rounder
Updated on 6 May 2026
The Toyota RAV4 is the latest in a long line of pioneering family-friendly SUVs. A global best-seller, is more well-rounded t...
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BYD Sealion 5 2026 review | Affordable and roomy plug-in hybrid SUV
Updated on 30 April 2026
The BYD Sealion 5 is a compact SUV powered by a plug-in hybrid engine. It has an electric range of up to 53 miles, along with...
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Kia K4 2026 review | Good-value hatch alternative to a family SUV
Updated on 28 April 2026
The Kia K4 is a distinctive-looking family hatchback that aims to challenge the Volkswagen Golf with excellent value for mone...
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Porsche Cayenne Electric 2026 review | Accomplished and potent electric luxury SUV
Updated on 20 April 2026
Porsche’s full-fat luxury SUV now has a long-range, ultra-powerful electric variant, with all the driving brilliance, luxury ...
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Toyota C-HR+ 2026 review | Toyota’s best electric car yet
Updated on 16 April 2026
The Toyota C-HR+ is a fully electric family SUV. It’s a good all-rounder that offers plenty of range, nice driving dynamics a...
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