Alex Grant
SsangYong unveils updated Turismo MPV
SsangYong has revealed an updated version of the seven-seat Turismo MPV, with styling more in line with the new Rexton SUV and Musso pickup.
Venson study suggests EV knowledge gap
Half of motorists don’t envisage moving to electric or hybrid vehicles within the next 10-15 years, according to a study from Venson Automotive Solutions, highlighting limited … Read More »
Weaker Pound drives thriving Irish used car market
Exports of British-registered used cars to Ireland have increased almost 50% since the EU Referendum, said to be due to the weaker Pound, according to new … Read More »
First ever A-Class saloon due for 2019 UK launch
Mercedes-Benz will launch its first ever A-Class Saloon in Europe later this year, said to offer class-leading rear headroom and CO2 emissions from 107g/km.
Interview: Nick Laird, managing director, SsangYong
New products and top-level changes are driving renewed interest in fleet at SsangYong Motor UK – and managing director, Nick Laird, reckons it’s playing to the … Read More »
Electric car club launches in Greenwich
The Royal Borough of Greenwich and Enterprise Car Club have partnered to launch an electric car sharing club in the borough’s Low Emission Neighbourhood (LEN), with … Read More »
BNP Paribas appoints new head of equipment and logistics
BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions UK has appointed Mark Richards to head up its asset finance division, focused on the materials handling, construction and commercial vehicles markets.
Kia hints at pricing for electric Niro SUV
Kia has launched the Niro EV in its home market, hinting that the 280-mile electric SUV will be priced at around £33,000 when it comes to … Read More »
Sygic to launch offline nav for Apple CarPlay
Sygic has become the first company to confirm it will launch a navigation app for Apple CarPlay, with the advantage that it won’t be reliant on … Read More »
DfT launches E10 bioethanol consultation
The Department for Transport has launched an eight-week consultation into rolling out E10 higher-concentration bioethanol to the UK, with a view to cutting CO2 emissions.
UK air quality plans ‘woefully inadequate’, says ClientEarth
Environmental action group, ClientEarth, has slammed the UK Government’s Air Quality Plan and Road to Zero strategies, claiming neither of them solve long-standing problems with national … Read More »
Road Test: Jaguar E-Pace P250 R-Dynamic HSE
The junior Jaguar shaped up differently to expected, but it’s filling a familiar role. By Alex Grant.
Minutes to Midnight: Saving the Company Car
Under unprecedented pressure, the UK’s vital company car sector needs urgent action from Government to avoid irreparable damage. And the clock is ticking, explains Alex Grant.
New website to find London’s EV charging hotspots
Londoners are being asked to suggest locations for electric vehicle charging points, via a new website launched by the Source London network.
Wales outlines low-CO2 transport plans
The Welsh Government has launched a consultation on reducing carbon emissions, with lower speed limits, measures to drive ULEV uptake, and a decarbonised bus and taxi … Read More »
Interview: David Brennan, CEO, Nexus Vehicle Rental
Uncertain economic conditions are driving a booming rental market in the UK. And Nexus Vehicle Rental CEO, David Brennan, reckons it’s signs of a new way … Read More »
Daimler developing multi-marque car sharing solution
Daimler is launching technology that could underpin a multi-marque car sharing solution for fleets, powered by its Connect Business telematics system.
BMW completes WLTP re-testing
BMW Group has re-tested its entire model range under the new WLTP test cycle ahead of the September deadline, and has stressed that it can offer … Read More »
TfL to axe hybrid Congestion Charge exemption in 2019
Transport for London is proposing tightening Congestion Charge exemption criteria from April 2019, including removing discounts for hybrids and private hire vehicles.
UK’s first ultra-fast chargers to go live within months
The UK’s first ultra-fast electric vehicle chargers are to go live within months, capable of adding 100 miles of range per ten minutes plugged in and … Read More »
Government to clarify petrol and diesel bans within days
The UK Government is set to release its delayed ‘Road to Zero’ plan later this month, likely to confirm that only plug-in hybrid, electric and hydrogen … Read More »
First Drive: Peugeot 508
Peugeot goes premium with the new 508 – and convincingly, too. By Alex Grant.
Volkswagen previews Polo-sized SUV
Volkswagen is extending its SUV line-up with a Juke-sized model called the T-Cross, set to break cover in the autumn.
Petrol Minis to get particulate filters
Mini is adding petrol particulate filters across its range, as part of upgrade measures for new models manufactured from July onwards.
BP to acquire Chargemaster
Chargemaster is to become a wholly-owned subsidiary of BP, as the fuel company looks to roll out a network of ultra-fast electric vehicle charging points at … Read More »
Road Test: Volkswagen Golf SV GT 1.5 TSI Evo (150PS) DSG
Volkswagen’s space-efficient compact MPV deserves wider recognition, reckons Alex Grant.
Interview: Ford’s fleet learning process
In a rapidly changing market, Ford UK’s director of fleet operations, Owen Gregory, is finding new ways to keep businesses moving. By Alex Grant.
Fleets warned about flawed anti-diesel policies
Fleets and policymakers are being told not to take a blanket anti-diesel approach, as leasing statistics show a widespread move towards potentially more polluting, higher CO2, … Read More »
Toyota to replace Avensis with hybrid Camry
Toyota is reintroducing the Camry saloon to the UK as a hybrid-only range, indirectly replacing the Avensis and taking its presence in the D-segment upmarket.
UK cities call for earlier petrol and diesel ban
City leaders from across the UK are calling on Government to bring forward the ban on pure petrol and diesel vehicle sales to 2030, as part … Read More »
