Alex Grant
SME fleets to underpin Lexus UK sales growth
Lexus is focusing on SMEs with its new models, seeing small fleets as a vital part of plans to increase its UK sales around 33% over … Read More »
Road Test: Volkswagen Golf SV
Volkswagen’s space-efficient compact MPV deserves wider recognition, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Fiat 500X
You’d be forgiven for missing updates to Fiat’s chic urban SUV, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Mitsubishi Shogun Sport 4
Can the Shogun Sport live up to its namesake’s go-anywhere reputation? Alex Grant finds out.
Charging 2.0: How the latest EVs are opening up electric motoring to fleets
With the first long-range, mass-market electric cars coming to market and plug-in sales continuing to grow, Alex Grant looks at how new technology could re-shape the … Read More »
Road Test: Volvo V60 D4 Inscription
Volvo’s compact executive estate gives plenty for rivals to worry about, says Alex Grant.
Still life for company cars, says fleet expert
Company cars still have a vital role to play for businesses, despite rising costs, but it has never been more important for fleet managers to understand … Read More »
First Drive: Suzuki Jimny
Don’t be fooled by the cute styling, Suzuki’s tough Jimny means business. By Alex Grant.
Suzuki fleet dealers to put focus on SMEs
Suzuki GB will launch its first ever business specialist dealers in Q2 2019, as the company puts the infrastructure in place to chase ongoing growth with … Read More »
Road Test: Hyundai i30 N-Line
The i30 gets its first sports-styled trim level, and Alex Grant reckons there’s plenty to like.
First Drive: Citroën C5 Aircross
There’s more to Citroën’s flagship SUV than concept car styling, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Alpina D5 S
Alpina’s fine-tuned 5 Series is an uncompromisingly capable executive car, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Skoda Fabia
In a growing Skoda line-up, does the familiar Fabia still impress? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: MG3
MG has injected some much-needed modernity into its entry-level model, says Alex Grant.
Road test: Kia Sportage
There are some notable new diesel options behind Kia’s refreshed best-seller, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz CLS
The CLS is cutting-edge design that plays to some traditional brand strengths, says Alex Grant.
Tech Spotlight: Airbubbl by Airlabs
The enclosed cabins of your fleet vehicles might be more harmful to your drivers’ health than you realise. But there is a solution, as Alex Grant … Read More »
To connect and serve: Carmakers’ latest digital services
From app-based ‘digital keys’ to built-in telematics hardware, and emergency assistance, high-speed data connections are unlocking new services for fleets. Alex Grant finds out what’s available … Read More »
Interview: Seat head of fleet Peter McDonald
In a challenging UK market, Seat’s focus on wider appeal and straightforward interactions is reaping rewards, according to head of fleet Peter McDonald. By Alex Grant.
Volvo invests in mobile EV rapid charging startup
Volvo Cars has invested in charging point company FreeWire Technologies, which has developed a cheaper and less labour-intensive solution for installing rapid chargers for electric vehicles.
Toyota GB appoints new head of fleet
Stuart Ferma is to head up Toyota GB’s fleet sales operation from 1 January, replacing Neil Broad who will move to the marketing department.
Volkswagen aims for 50% SUV sales share by 2025
Volkswagen has stepped up its SUV ambitions, planning a line-up of 30 models by 2025 and expecting them to account for half of its global sales … Read More »
Almost half of cars still not WLTP tested, says Jato
Almost half of carmakers’ model ranges were not WLTP compliant at the start of October, according to Jato Dynamics, reflected by the Europe’s lowest September registrations … Read More »
Enterprise webtool cuts cost and emissions for fleets
Enterprise has launched a free journey-planning and booking system, which shows the relative cost and environmental impact of grey fleet, daily rental and car club vehicles … Read More »
First Drive: Hyundai Nexo
The Nexo SUV brings hydrogen fuel cells a step closer to mass market appeal, explains Alex Grant.
Electric cars step up to the challenge at 2018 MPG Marathon
Results from the 2018 Fleet World/ALD Automotive MPG Marathon have shown fleets and drivers have never a wider choice of technologies at their disposal, just as … Read More »
Addison Lee aims for autonomous taxis by 2021
Addison Lee Group is aiming to have autonomous vehicles on its London fleet by 2021, following a collaborative agreement with software developer Oxbotica.
Interview: Vauxhall fleet sales director James Taylor
One year into PSA Group ownership, the quick pace of change at Vauxhall is setting new foundations for growth, fleet sales director, James Taylor, tells Alex … Read More »
Warnings ‘Gig economy’ must meet professional fleet standards
Companies operating in the ‘on demand’ gig economy must ensure vehicles and drivers are managed the same as any other grey fleet, FleetCheck has warned.
Top news of the week
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Dave Parry joins FMG as commercial director
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Street Angel vehicle camera solution launches in UK
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Government rejects calls to rethink company car tax and petrol/diesel ban
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Accident Exchange rebrand brings new identity for In-Car Cleverness
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Top 10 fastest-selling used cars for 2018 revealed
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OviDrive partners with Automotive Software Solutions to expand into UK
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VW and Ford alliance to explore EVs, autonomous vehicles and mobility services