John Challen

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus

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As the Volvo heads back to base, John Challen reflects on its allure in a dwindling estate market.

Supplier Stories: Wagonex

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Six years ago Toby Kernon, CEO of Wagonex, began extolling the virtues and possibilities of the subscription model of car ownership. It’s fair to say he’s … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine

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The BMW heads off for a run down the M3 and proves its prowess with the inevitable tip trip. By John Challen

Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine

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Our instant connection to the electric X1 proves more problematic when it comes to setting the radio stations. By John Challen

Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine

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Eager beaver John Challen reports on our new iX1 longtermer SUV before setting foot in the car.

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus

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The latest installment on our Volvo long-termer. By John Challen.

Road Test: Hyundai Ioniq 6

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2023 thus far has brought big changes for Hyundai with a new name (well, the pronunciation, anyway) and a new model. John Challen finds out why … Read More »

Incoming for Fleets: Volvo EX90

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As Volvo’s longest-range, safest, most advanced and highest-priced model yet, the Volvo ECX90 has a lot to offer fleets. We give the lowdown on the brand’s … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus

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Our Volvo long-termer stretches its legs in some lengthier trips, proving its comfort and frugality.

Incoming: BMW X5

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John Challen on how the forthcoming BMW X5 advances the brand’s large SUV offering.

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus

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Despite switching back to an ICE-engined car, John Challen gets a nice surprise when it comes to fuel bills.

Road Test: Range Rover Hybrid

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A combination of luxury interior, off-road capabilities and improved environmental credentials makes the latest Range Rover an attractive proposition. By John Challen.

Technology Focus: The latest developments for fleets

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Latest cutting-edge fleet technology developments can help fleets and drivers improve efficiency. Fleet World picks out a selection.

Licence Check Interview: An evolution in risk management

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Licence Check MD Keith Allen on the latest developments in risk management and what the company’s expanded offering will deliver to fleets and drivers.

Jaguar Land Rover Fleet Interview: Premium and prepared

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After a turbulent couple of years, what sort of shape are Jaguar and Land Rover in for 2023 and beyond? Andrew Jago, general manager of fleet … Read More »

Fantasy Fleet: Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate

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Fancy a spell with an Aston Martin as your company car? John Challen looks at what you’d be getting your hands on.

Interview: Jaguar Land Rover’s Andrew Jago on his ‘Fleet 15’

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Andrew Jago, general manager, fleet & business at Jaguar Land Rover, on his dream garage and the current outlook for fleets.

Road Test: Nissan X-Trail e-Power

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The big seven-seat crossover has been electrified. John Challen ponders whether it’s a winning combination.

Interview: Csaba Vincze on Nissan’s 2023 fleet plans

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A year in the role of fleet director at Nissan has given Csaba Vincze the chance to make some changes and plan for what he hopes … Read More »

Road Test: BMW iX1

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Want a compact sports activity vehicle with electric drive and loads of kit? This is the One. By John Challen.

Supplier Stories: How Mycardirect is getting the car subscription message out there

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Duncan Chumley, CEO of Mycardirect and David Murray-Hundley, chairman of its parent company AAM Group, explain how the car subscription business has gone from strength to … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus

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Our new long-termer has arrived – and it’s an ICE! John Challen reports back.

Week Behind the Wheel: Genesis GV60

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In the first of a new series, we spend time getting to know some of the latest fleet models a little better… This week it’s the … Read More »

AA’s James Starling talks fleet and future plans

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The AA’s new business services director, James Starling, has a lot on his ‘to do’ list. And the former international athlete is looking to hit the … Read More »

On the move: The changing face of mobility

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Today’s mobility options for drivers stretch way beyond being tied into a passenger car for a fixed period of time. More alternatives have appeared that offer … Read More »

More range and better spec for new Jaguar F-Pace PHEV

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The Jaguar F-Pace has been given an upgrade for 2023, including an improved interior and bigger battery pack for the P400e PHEV.

Week Behind the Wheel: Alfa Romeo Tonale

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FW editor John Challen spends some time getting acquainted with Alfa Romeo’s mild hybrid compact SUV.

Vauxhall electrifies Astra and Sports Tourer

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Vauxhall’s EV line-up been boosted with the arrival of the electric Astra and Astra Sports Tourer. The arrival of the battery-powered duo takes Vauxhall’s all-electric portfolio … Read More »

Interview: Maserati’s Howard Dalziel on his ‘Fleet 15’

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Howard Dalziel, national corporate sales manager, Maserati GB, outlines his job ambitions and his dream holiday.

Interview: MG head of fleet Geraint Isaac

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MG’s numbers – sales and RVs – are on the up, while new and revised vehicle models are attracting the attention of some major businesses. Head … Read More »