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Julian Kirk

Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL

4 years ago / 0 comments

The Touareg is going down smoothly on the Fleet World fleet. Our Touareg is fitted with the optional air suspension – a £2,370 extra which allows … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL

4 years ago / 0 comments

A weekend away sees the Touareg show its practical side, says Julian Kirk.

How can the hybrid be saved?

4 years ago / 0 comments

Sales of hybrid cars have collapsed in the UK. What can be done to attract business buyers back into these models? Julian Kirk reports.

Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL

5 years ago / 0 comments

Julian Kirk explores the equipment on the test Tourareg. With its understated looks our Touareg never really gets that much attention from the outside, but it’s … Read More »

Road Test: Mercedes-Benz S560e L AMG Line EQ Power

5 years ago / 0 comments

Sometimes carmakers’ greenest cars take the unlikeliest of forms, says Julian Kirk.

Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL

5 years ago / 0 comments

Volkswagen’s Touareg joins the Fleet World long-term fleet. Volkswagen’s Touareg has carved a handy niche for itself over the years, offering a full-size 4×4 at prices … Read More »

Road Test: Jaguar E-Pace 150hp Pure FWD

5 years ago / 0 comments

The newest addition to Jaguar’s E-Pace line-up is, perhaps, the most unexciting – an entry-level diesel model powering drive to the front wheels only via a … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic

5 years ago / 0 comments

This month, Julian Kirk ponders on the kit on the A6 Avant. Last month we analysed the worth of the optional extras fitted to the exterior … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic

5 years ago / 0 comments

Which options should A6 Avant would-be drivers opt for, ponders Julian Kirk. We didn’t tick many option boxes when speccing our A6 Avant, so which were … Read More »

Road Test: Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 4Matic AMG Line

5 years ago / 0 comments

With a Benefit-in-Kind figure akin to its diesel sibling, the Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 4Matic AMG Line could be more relevant for corporate drivers than you’d think, … Read More »

Road Test: Audi A6 saloon 40 TDI S line S-tronic

5 years ago / 0 comments

Changes to the new A6 bring a rock-solid fleet proposition, says Julian Kirk.

Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic

5 years ago / 0 comments

Julian Kirk puts the A6 Avant’s load-lugging abilities to the test. Part of my rock and roll life these days is to act as general gopher … Read More »

Road Test: Mercedes-Benz E 220d AMG Line Cabriolet

5 years ago / 0 comments

The E-Class Cabriolet could bring more to the perk car table than you’d first think, says Julian Kirk.

Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic

5 years ago / 0 comments

Julian Kirk finds solace in his new Audi long-termer.

AFR rates: Plug-in or pull the plug

5 years ago / 0 comments

With some drivers not using the electric part of their hybrid cars, how can fleet managers encourage them to plug-in? Julian Kirk reports.

Volkswagen reveals forthcoming luxury electric saloon

6 years ago / 0 comments

Volkswagen has given us a glimpse of the luxury saloon of the near future with the unveiling of the I.D. Vizzion concept.

Lexus enters compact crossover segment with new UX

6 years ago / 0 comments

Lexus will expand its SUV offering next year with a small SUV called the UX.

Skoda Vision X concept shows plans for compact crossover

6 years ago / 0 comments

Skoda has revealed plans for a new small SUV with the unveiling of the Vision X concept car at the Geneva Motor Show.

Road Test: Range Rover Sport SDV6 Autobiography Dynamic

6 years ago / 0 comments

SECTOR: Large SUV PRICE: £82,945 FUEL: 40.4mpg CO2: 185g/km

Road Test: Land Rover Discovery 2.0 SD4 HSE Luxury

6 years ago / 0 comments

SECTOR Large SUV   PRICE £65,295   FUEL 43.5mpg combined   CO2 171g/km There are some cars that you just don’t ‘get’ until you spend time … Read More »

First Drive: Vauxhall Grandland X

6 years ago / 0 comments

Is it better late than never for Vauxhall’s biggest SUV challenger, asks Julian Kirk.

Feature: Connectivity and Software, No way in?

6 years ago / 0 comments

The continuing integration of mobile technology linked into vehicles is creating huge data security issues. Julian Kirk discovers how to keep your information secure.

FEATURE: Are your mobile workers at risk from hackers?

6 years ago / 0 comments

The continuing integration of mobile technology linked into vehicles is creating huge data security issues. Julian Kirk discovers how to keep your information secure.

Road Test: Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer

6 years ago / 0 comments

Is this new load lugger a rival to the established premium brands? Julian Kirk finds out.

All you need to know about GDPR

7 years ago / 0 comments

New European legislation comes into effect next year which will have serious implications for anyone handling data generated from vehicles. Julian Kirk explains.

Fleet Hero Awards case study: Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd

7 years ago / 0 comments

Healthcare equipment supplier Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare (DDH) has seen its fleet’s average fuel economy rocket by 44% since undergoing an Energy Saving Trust fleet review and … Read More »

Second Hand, Second Rate?

7 years ago / 0 comments

With tightening BIK tax bands and the growth in used car PCP deals, should companies be worried about cash-for-car drivers taking the used route for their … Read More »

Fleet Hero Awards case study: Gateshead Council

7 years ago / 0 comments

Gateshead Council has taken the lead with a proactive approach to reducing congestion and promoting sustainable and active journeys – with one result being grey fleet … Read More »

Fleet Hero Awards case study: West Yorkshire Police

7 years ago / 0 comments

A large scale telematics-based fleet review involving around 600 vehicles helped West Yorkshire Police to identify savings in its operations. This was in addition to it … Read More »

Road Test: Mercedes-Benz E220d AMG Line

7 years ago / 0 comments

The new E-Class goes straight to the top of the executive sector, says Julian Kirk.