James Fossdyke

James Fossdyke is a freelance motoring journalist with 15 years' industry 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

Citroen C3 (2026) Review

The smallest car in Citroen’s current line-up (no, the Ami doesn’t count) has had a bit of a growth spurt, but can the newly jacked-up C3 compete with the best small hatchbacks out there? We reckon the latest variant is the best the C3 has ever been.

By James Fossdyke | 13-01-2026

3.7/5 stars

Ford Tourneo Courier (2024-) Review

Van-based cars are keeping the MPV market afloat, but can Ford’s Tourneo Courier make these commercial vehicle-based people-carriers properly desirable? In our view, the Ford Tourneo Courier is something of a hidden gem that's tough to fault, particularly in rugged 'Active' form.

By James Fossdyke | 08-01-2026

4.3/5 stars

Skoda Superb Estate (2025) Review

Skoda made a name for itself with practical cars, but can the most practical Skoda – the Superb Estate – still surprise and delight us enough to remain at the top of its class?

By James Fossdyke | 08-12-2025

4.2/5 stars

Porsche Macan Electric (2025) Review

As is so often the way these days, the Porsche Macan has gone electric, but can it follow in the footsteps of the Taycan and head straight to the top of its class?

By James Fossdyke | 28-11-2025

3.7/5 stars

Ford Explorer (2025) Review

The new electric Ford shares much with the Volkswagen ID.4, but will this more premium, more high-tech take on the electric SUV prove more appealing?

By James Fossdyke | 25-11-2025

3.4/5 stars

Smart #3 (2025) Review

Will the swoopy coupe-SUV model really prove a match for other premium electric models, or will the Smart be left looking a bit rough around the edges?

By James Fossdyke | 10-11-2025

3.8/5 stars

Cupra Leon (2025) Review

The sportier version of the venerable Seat Leon is now more distinctive than ever, but is there really a place for such a thing?

By James Fossdyke | 04-11-2025

3.9/5 stars

Smart #5 (2025) Review

Can the company so well known for its tiny city cars really produce a credible family SUV capable of taking on the very best in the business?

By James Fossdyke | 21-10-2025