
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:

Geely Starray 2026 review | Solid plug-in hybrid family SUV at a bargain price
by Richard Aucock
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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Volkswagen T-Roc 2026 review | Smart evolution of a stylish SUV favourite
by Richard Aucock
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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Mazda CX-5 2026 review | Family-favourite SUV takes on the premium brands
by Richard Aucock
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
by Richard Aucock
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
by Richard Aucock
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
by Richard Aucock
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
by Richard Aucock
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
by Richard Aucock
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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