Alex Grant
Clarity needed on changing vehicle tax
The fleet sector has called for clarity on changes to the tax regime as the government looks to fund improvements to air quality through taxation on … Read More »
Government air quality plans: what you need to know
As the UK government sets out its plans to curb air quality issues across the UK, Alex Grant picks out the key points for fleets.
Waze app now works via built-in touchscreens
Waze, the free smartphone navigation app, is now compatible with Android Auto, enabling drivers to use a selection of features via their car’s touchscreen system.
First Drive: Ford Fiesta
The UK’s best-selling car sets high standards for its ever-growing list of rivals, says Alex Grant.
MINI EV confirmed for 2019 launch
MINI will launch its first fully electric vehicle in 2019, based on the three-door hatchback.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories… Europcar faces £30m repair overcharge scandal Europcar has admitted it may have overcharged consumers by around £30m following alleged repair … Read More »
Severn tolls to be scrapped by end of 2018
Tolls for the Severn Crossings will be abolished by the end of 2018, in a move claimed to offer a £100m boost to the Welsh economy, … Read More »
EU Commissioner: remove non-compliant diesels from the road
Transport ministers across Europe are being warned that they need to take more action on non-compliant diesel vehicles, including removing them from sale, to curb inner-city … Read More »
Value of ‘Big Data’ could cut telematics roll-out costs
Capitalising on the financial value of data collected by telematics systems could dramatically lower, or even offset, the cost for fleets rolling out the technology, according to … Read More »
Daimler to offer NOx-reducing software update for 3m diesels
Daimler will offer a free software upgrade for around three million diesel vehicles, said to curb harmful nitrogen-oxide (NOx) emissions in real-world use.
Daimler readying multi-marque telematics solution
Daimler will launch a multi-marque telematics solution for fleet managers at the end of the year, building on the driver-focused ‘Me Connect’ system, offered since 2014.
Jaguar E-Pace crossover to rival Evoque
Jaguar is to enter the compact crossover class later this year, with the new E-Pace challenging cars such as the Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Range … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
All the key news in fleet from the last week… Fleets overpaying millions on inflated highways repair bills The plight of fleet operators and drivers paying excessive … Read More »
Today in Fleet – Friday 14 July
All the key news in fleet… Low-CO2 petrols for Volkswagen Passat The Volkswagen Passat, which had launched with only diesel engines, is now available with a … Read More »
Road Test: Skoda Kodiaq Edition 2.0 TDI (150PS) DSG 4×4
Skoda practicality in a fashionable SUV – the Kodiaq can’t go far wrong, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Vauxhall Mokka X Elite 1.6 CDTi (136PS)
Vauxhall’s first crossover has done well by stradding segments – but does it still have a role in a growing line-up? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: Renault Clio Dynamique S Nav dCi 110
The Clio feels a class above with its new Megane-sourced diesel drivetrain, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Renault Megane Sport Tourer GT Nav
RenaultSport’s first rework of the new Megane is appealing, but stuck in a grey area, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Infiniti QX30 Premium Tech
Infiniti’s compact crossover would benefit from being a little more clearly defined, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Infiniti Q60 2.0t Premium Tech
An appealing compact executive coupe, with a problematic hole in the range, explains Alex Grant.
Volvo to launch five fully electric cars between 2019 and 2021
Volvo’s line-up will gain five fully electric cars – including two high-performance models – by 2021 in line with its plans to use electric motors in … Read More »
Thinking big: the potential for ‘Big Data’
The arrival of the ‘Big Data’ era poses plenty of advantages for fleets, but with plenty of challenges too, as delegates at ACFO’s Spring Seminar discovered. … Read More »
Road Test: Renault Twingo GT
Is this RenaultSport-tuned Twingo a 5 Maxi Turbo for the 21st century? Alex Grant finds out.
Road test: SEAT Ibiza
Previewing a new generation of products, the Ibiza is a class act, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: BMW 5 Series Touring
There are few moments where you’d feel short-changed by BMW’s executive estate, reckons Alex Grant.
Spotlight: The new Volkswagen Polo
Unveiled in Berlin, the latest iteration of the Polo takes a step up in space and technology, as Alex Grant explains.
Vauxhall/Opel CEO steps down ahead of PSA purchase
Vauxhall/Opel CEO, Dr Karl-Thomas Neumann, has stepped down from his position and will leave the company once its sale to PSA Group has completed.
Road Test: Peugeot 3008 GT-Line 1.6 BlueHDI 120
The 3008 sharpens its focus on the SUV segment, shaping up to become a class-leader, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Lexus IS 300h
It’s still unusual in its segment, but the IS hybrid makes a lot of sense, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Kia Picanto
Kia’s third-generation city car has its sights set on the Volkswagen Up, explains Alex Grant.
