John Challen

Interview: Fleetondemand’s Joe Howick reveals his Fleet15

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Joe Howick, CEO, Fleetondemand, spills the beans on his job ambitions and favourite takeaway to John Challen.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5

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The latest update on our BMW i5 long-termer. By John Challen.

First Drive: Mazda MX-30 R-EV

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Another plug-in hybrid joins the Mazda line-up – and the rotary engine returns! By John Challen.

BEVissima! – Maserati and its fleet ambitions

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Peter Charters, Maserati North Europe’s general manager, has the fleet market in his sights as the Italian carmaker rolls out its Folgore BEV sub-brand.

Technology Focus: AI, AI, AI… oh!

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Just when drivers get used to one new technology being in cars – take your pick from the plethora that have arrived in the past 18 … Read More »

Electric vehicle economics under focus in new EV Fleet World Digital mag

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The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out – including expert insights on electric vehicle economics.

Interview: Silverstone Leasing’s Tom Bailey outlines his ‘Fleet 15’

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John Challen quizzes Silverstone Leasing account manager Tom Bailey on his favourite takeaway, his idol in life and the firm’s new salary sacrifice scheme.

Supplier Stories: YourParkingSpace

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Fleets could boost efficiency and cut costs by analysing their parking procedures, says Brannan Coady, CEO at YourParkingSpace.

Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron GT quattro

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A glowing final report on our Audi e-tron GT quattro 350kW long-termer. By John Challen.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5

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There’s a thing or two about our new long-termer that seems a bit familiar… By John Challen.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5

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Our new long-termer is here… And it’s a bit of an electric headturner. By John Challen.

Week behind the wheel: BMW i4

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A battery-powered BMW was John Challen’s transport for seven days in December. Here’s how he got on.

Road Test: Renault Clio E-Tech hybrid

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More than three decades on, the Clio is back with upgrades inside and out. John Challen gets behind the wheel.

Road Test: Volvo EX30

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Compared to the forthcoming EX90, the EX30 is small, but is it perfectly formed, ponders John Challen.

Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace

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John Challen tests out the Jag’s frunk and ponders on its usefulness.

Interview: Ohme’s David Watson reveals his ‘Fleet 15’

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David Watson, CEO at Ohme, talks to John Challen about his childhood job, current role ambitions and ideal three-car dream garage.

Fantasy Fleet: Nissan Hyper Force

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This month, FW editor John Challen ponders on just how much Nissan’s 1,341hp Hyper Force concept is a flight of fantasy or a road to a … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace

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John Challen tests out the security features on the JLR smart app.

What’s in store for 2024 for fleets

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The 12 months of 2023 brought a whole host of challenges for fleets – and many will be hoping for an easier ride in 2024. Whether … Read More »

First Drive: Kia EV9 electric seven-seater

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A step up in size and quality for the Korean brand has arrived via its latest offering. As the expansion of Kia’s ‘EV’ lineup continues, John … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace

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The I-Pace displays its practical side and features to John Challen.

Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace

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The I-Pace finds its feet with Editor Challen and the Jaguar Remote app proves surprisingly handy.

Interview: Andrew Jago, general manager, fleet and business, JLR

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A new corporate identity and a revolution at Jaguar means exciting – and busy – times for Andrew Jago, general manager, fleet and business, JLR.

First Drive: Honda CR-V

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The sixth-generation C-SUV gets plug-in hybrid technology and an upgraded interior. By John Challen.

Fantasy Fleet: Ford F-150

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Could the star of the 2023 Detroit Motor Show be the star of your fleet? John Challen ponders the merits of the Ford F-150.

Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace

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Another EV has joined the FW fleet – and this time it’s a model we’ve seen before, although not for a while. John Challen takes a … Read More »

First Drive: BYD Dolphin

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There are fewer quirks than the Atto3 in this BYD, but the value-for-money offer remains, says John Challen.

Supplier Stories: Silvey Fleet

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Silvey Fleet’s managing director, Miriam James, talks customer feedback, continuous improvement, alternative fuels and expansion into new markets.

Interview: Select Fleet Solutions’ Sarah Worthington on her ‘Fleet 15’

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Sarah Worthington, corporate sales manager at Select Fleet Solutions, spills the beans to John Challen on her proudest career moment, dream holiday and what the top … Read More »

Fleet Finance: Your guide to cutting costs without cutting operations

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Whether buying, leasing or renting, it’s important for fleets to have a strong grasp on how much it costs to acquire and run its vehicles. Our … Read More »