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Curtis Hutchinson

Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 115PS

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The final report on the Ibiza sees it earn it plaudits for its looks and boot space. Curtis Hutchinson reports.

Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 115PS

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The fifth-generation Ibiza is an important car for SEAT.

Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 115PS

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Our new long-termer has a decidedly sporty flavour. Curtis Hutchinson reports back.

Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 115PS

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We put the SEAT Ibiza’s interior and specification to the test.

Curtis Hutchinson: Why PHEVs still plug a gap

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Demand for new PHEVs tumbled 18% in 2019 but this is not necessarily the end of the road for this transitionary technology.

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D

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The Combo Life remains a faithful stead, says Curtis Hutchinson. Three months in and the Combo Life XL is making sense as a fleet proposition. While … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D

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Our Combo Life long-termer is piling on the mileage, says Curtis Hutchinson. We are into our second month with the Combo Life and have had the … Read More »

Curtis Hutchinson: Expecting the unexpected

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Toyota’s acquisition of Inchcape’s leasing operations is part of a wider trend as OEMs move to future-proof themselves.

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D

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The latest car to join Fleet World’s long- term fleet is the Vauxhall Combo Life. Curtis Hutchinson gets behind the wheel.

Curtis Hutchinson: Preparing for the EV surge

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Electric cars currently account for a tiny proportion of fleet vehicles but that is changing with improvement in affordability and infrastructure.

Curtis Hutchinson: Suzuki’s winning formula

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A long list of awards shows just how much retail buyers adore Suzuki. Can a new dealer programme do the same for fleet customers?

Curtis Hutchinson: Joined-up thinking?

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What should fleet professionals make of the current round of mergers, collaborations and joint ventures in the OEM world?

Curtis Hutchinson: Dealer satisfaction revealed

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A company car off the road for servicing or repair work remains a painful experience for drivers of certain brands. The latest JD Power study reveals … Read More »

Curtis Hutchinson: Breaking the rules

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Peugeot’s product-led revival has been accompanied by a new way of doing things in its dealer network which is already resonating with user-choosers and SMEs.

Curtis Hutchinson: It’s good to talk

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Volvo’s product-led revival puts it in an ideal position to grow its fleet business, which is why it has recruited virtual sales managers to talk to … Read More »

One day at a time: The benefits of short-term rental

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The procurement upheaval caused by WLTP has prompted some fleets to consider short and medium-term contingencies on an ongoing basis. Curtis Hutchinson reports.

Curtis Hutchinson: Back in contention

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Over 12 months since being acquired by the PSA Groupe and Vauxhall’s recovery is starting to take shape.

Curtis Hutchinson: Tell it like it is

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What do dealers think of their car manufacturer partners and why should this matter to fleet managers? Curtis Hutchinson reports.

Curtis Hutchinson: The Short Game

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Not all employees entitled to company cars actually want them, which is why new mobility services offered by carmakers could offer a practical alternative.

Data capture

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Connected car technology is delivering granular data which can help maximise fleet efficiencies. Curtis Hutchinson reports.

Alternative thinking: the dilemma for diesel drivers

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With diesel demonised and severely taxed, is there a viable alternative for high-mileage company car drivers? Curtis Hutchinson reports.

Making the right connections

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Peugeot plans to significantly grow its SME business with the rollout of dealer-based initiatives for local car and van customers. Curtis Hutchinson reports.

Škoda closes in on SMEs

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Škoda is using its dealer network and digital channels to get closer than ever to small fleets. Curtis Hutchinson reports.

Q&A: Miguel Cabaça, UK managing director, Arval

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Arval is repositioning itself as a mobility solutions company with a plethora of new services, some aimed at non-company car driving members of staff. UK managing … Read More »

Addressing the human factor post accident

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Repairing broken metal is just one aspect of accident management; the key element is the impact on the staff and their subsequent wellbeing. Curtis Hutchinson reports.

Statement of Intent: How the Autumn Budget will impact on fleets

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The Autumn Budget sent out a clear message on how the Government views diesel vehicles, which will impact future choice. But will the changes impact the … Read More »

Arval growth plans target non-company car drivers

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Arval is repositioning itself as a ‘mobility solutions company’ on the back of a raft of new products and services due to be rolled out over … Read More »

Curtis Hutchinson: Service with a smile?

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The annual servicing ritual should be a way to re-engage with user-choosers and build loyalty. However, a new survey shows some brands do it much better … Read More »

Testing Times

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Test drives can be an unsatisfying part of the decision making process but not anymore, according to Motor Trader editor Curtis Hutchinson.

Winners and losers

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What do dealers really think of the car brands they represent? Curtis Hutchinson, editor of Motor Trader, reports.