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Sam Burnett

Sam Burnett,

News editor, Motor1.com UK
sam.burnett@motor1.com
  • Joined Motor1 having written for AOL, Auto Trader and specialist technical publications.
  • Has previously worked on a farm in Germany, the houses of parliament and a petrol station in North Wales.

Articles by Sam Burnett

Feature A blast in the past: We drive Honda's heritage cars

A blast in the past: We drive Honda's heritage cars

Did anyone remember how incredible the Integra Type R really was?
By Sam Burnett 27 August 2018
Pricing Beat the bank with frugal new 2-litre diesel on Audi A6 and A7

Beat the bank with frugal new 2-litre diesel on Audi A6 and A7

This entry-level diesel engine gets more than 60mpg on the official tests.
By Sam Burnett 17 August 2018
Manufacturing / Production RIP Toyota Verso 2009-18

RIP Toyota Verso 2009-18

You were too pure for this world.
By Sam Burnett 17 August 2018
Feature Do you recognise the warning signs of stress?

Do you recognise the warning signs of stress?

Learn to recognise the symptoms before they cause trouble.
By Sam Burnett 17 August 2018
Crashes / Wrecks McLaren 720S gets rear-ended in stupid Thai motorway crash

McLaren 720S gets rear-ended in stupid Thai motorway crash

No one was hurt, but a few egos might have been bruised.
By Sam Burnett 17 August 2018
Cambridgeshire pair are driving to Tokyo in a 16-year-old Yaris

Cambridgeshire pair are driving to Tokyo in a 16-year-old Yaris

It's bonkers, but at least it's for charity.
By Sam Burnett 17 August 2018
Living With It Ford Fiesta 1.0T EcoBoost 100 ST-Line: Living with it

Ford Fiesta 1.0T EcoBoost 100 ST-Line: Living with it

Introducing our new semi-sporting Ford Fiesta long termer, which promises kicks without the costs.
By Sam Burnett 16 August 2018
First Drives 2018 Peugeot 508 first drive: Alternative choice

2018 Peugeot 508 first drive: Alternative choice

The new 508 majors on style but doesn't leave the rest behind.
By Sam Burnett 16 August 2018
First Drives 2018 Peugeot Rifter first drive: Family favourite

2018 Peugeot Rifter first drive: Family favourite

After a family car with bags of practicality? Look no further.
By Sam Burnett 16 August 2018
First Drives 2018 Dacia Duster Comfort SCe 115 4x2 first drive: Budget bruiser

2018 Dacia Duster Comfort SCe 115 4x2 first drive: Budget bruiser

The second-generation of this budget SUV is a solid step forward – and still great value.
By Sam Burnett 16 August 2018
Official Make the DS 7 Crossback yours with swanky new options

Make the DS 7 Crossback yours with swanky new options

A new leather option and fancy tech pack added to DS 7 range.
By Sam Burnett 15 August 2018
Lists Discover the secrets of the McLaren Technology Centre

Discover the secrets of the McLaren Technology Centre

This painstaking HQ cost hundreds of millions and shows immense attention to detail – step inside with us for a tour.
By Sam Burnett 15 August 2018
Breaking Met Police treating parliament car crash as 'terrorist incident'

Met Police treating parliament car crash as 'terrorist incident'

A man said to be in his 20s was arrested by armed police at the scene.
By Sam Burnett 14 August 2018
Official What diesel slump? Volkswagen adds new engine to Touareg SUV

What diesel slump? Volkswagen adds new engine to Touareg SUV

A new, lower-powered V6 diesel option is available on VW's big SUV.
By Sam Burnett 10 August 2018
Lists Top 10 most popular high-end lease cars might surprise you

Top 10 most popular high-end lease cars might surprise you

Leasing firm JBR Capital has revealed that four of its 10 most popular exotic cars are British.
By Sam Burnett 10 August 2018
Recalls BMW to recall 324,000 cars in Europe that could set on fire

BMW to recall 324,000 cars in Europe that could set on fire

There have been 27 recorded fires in South Korea so far this year, prompting swift action.
By Sam Burnett 9 August 2018
Manufacturing / Production Fiat Punto finally ditched after 13 years on sale

Fiat Punto finally ditched after 13 years on sale

The venerable supermini has sighed its last and likely won't be replaced.
By Sam Burnett 8 August 2018
Official Volkswagen T-Roc SUV new entry-level diesel available to order now

Volkswagen T-Roc SUV new entry-level diesel available to order now

The 1.6-litre diesel will start at £21,290.
By Sam Burnett 8 August 2018
Official Isuzu D-Max Utah Luxe starts at £26,159 CV OTR

Isuzu D-Max Utah Luxe starts at £26,159 CV OTR

The generous company is throwing in a bonnet protector and carpet mats. But check out those alloys.
By Sam Burnett 8 August 2018
Feature Top 7 caravan towing tips

Top 7 caravan towing tips

There are some classic pitfalls that every driver can make when towing.
By Sam Burnett 8 August 2018
Official Sporty-looking Hyundai i30 N Line starts at £21,255

Sporty-looking Hyundai i30 N Line starts at £21,255

Hot hatch high-performance looks combined with modest running costs.
By Sam Burnett 7 August 2018
Special Editions Teen Wins Competition And Sees His Mercedes Vito Come To Life

Teen Wins Competition And Sees His Mercedes Vito Come To Life

Joshua Thomas got to spend a weekend in his vinyl-wrapped camper.
By Sam Burnett 30 July 2018
Official Peugeot 308 Adds New Tech Edition Model

Peugeot 308 Adds New Tech Edition Model

The new car slots between Allure and GT Line in the range, adds tech as standard.
By Sam Burnett 29 July 2018
Police Biker Jailed For Highest Recorded Speed On British Roads

Biker Jailed For Highest Recorded Speed On British Roads

Adam Campion filmed himself driving dangerously on a number of occasions.
By Sam Burnett 28 July 2018
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