John Challen

Fantasy Fleet: Nissan Formula E Gen 3

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Fleet World editor John Challen ponders something a little different from the normal user-chooser selections.

Money in the tank: How to save on fleet costs

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Want to streamline fleet costs and add in a greater level of efficiency? Read on for some hints and tips from industry experts to help boost … Read More »

Work smarter, not harder: How Paythru is revolutionising EV charging

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PayThru is looking to rip up the customer experience rulebook when it comes to electric vehicle charging. John Challen finds out its plans.

Fantasy Fleet: Mercedes-Benz Unimog

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John Challen ponders something a little different for drivers’ titillation.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3

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Signing off from the iX3, FW editor John Challen finds the cost advantages of running an EV have continued to stack up.

Kia fleet drivers are on a Promise

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Kia has introduced the ‘Kia Business Service Promise’, designed to help fleets get more out of the company’s dealer network when it comes to servicing.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3

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FW editor John Challen finds the cost advantages of running an EV continue to stack up.

First Drive: Mazda CX-60 PHEV

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The Japanese manufacturer has gone big with its plug-in hybrid technology, finds John Challen.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3

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FW editor John Challen finds the cost advantages of running an EV continue to stack up.

Feature: A more mobile approach to charging

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Large-scale infrastructure might be required in order to keep EVs moving around the country, but there are other alternatives. John Challen looks at new ways of … Read More »

Supplier Interview: ElectrAssure

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Loyd Davies founded ElectrAssure 18 years ago. He talks about the exciting opportunities for the business within the EV sector.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3

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FW editor John Challen takes issue with car badge stereotypes.

Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron Technik 50 quattro

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Our e-tron long-termer heads back to Audi HQ after a six-month spell on our fleet.

First Drive: Kia Niro EV

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Kia has surprised many with its EV offerings in recent years, so it’s no surprise that the latest version of one of its most popular models … Read More »

Interview: Tom Brennan, head of fleet sales at Mercedes-Benz

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Mercedes-Benz has sustainability and luxury targets firmly in its sights, according to Tom Brennan, head of fleet sales.

Interview: Smart’s Graeme Jenkins on his ‘Fleet 15’

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Graeme Jenkins, fleet sales manager at Smart UK, reveals his job ambitions and his favourite James Bond in his ‘Fleet 15’.

Feature: How to get your fleet EV-ready

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In just over seven years, conventional new petrol- and diesel-powered cars will be withdrawn and the only option – as it stands – will be EVs … Read More »

Overview: Smart #1

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Smart recently premiered its #1 electric compact SUV, spearheading plans to reposition as a leading design brand with an all-electric line-up. Fleet World gives the lowdown … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3

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John Challen puts the tech on our iX3 further to the test.

First Drive: Vauxhall Astra Plug-in Hybrid-e 

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The number of derivatives and powertrain options might have changed but, after 40 years, the Astra still hits the spot.

Road Test: Cupra Born

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The Spanish startup has its sights set on success with its new EV. By John Challen.

First Drive: Honda Civic e:HEV

2 years ago / 3 comments

A Japanese stalwart of the car industry celebrates its half century with a nod to the future. By John Challen.

Web Exclusive: Nissan Qashqai e-Power

2 years ago / 1 comments

John Challen samples the latest iteration of Nissan’s best-seller, complete with a clever electrified powertrain.

Fleets in Focus: Key takeaways from the AFP conference

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The first Association of Fleet Professionals conference took place recently, with a focus on the future of the industry as it faces up to the shift … Read More »

Hyundai goes luxurious with its latest Ioniq

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Having won over a whole host of admirers – not to mention automotive awards – with the Ioniq 5, Hyundai has upped its game with the … Read More »

Transitioning to EVs and how salary sacrifice can help

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The shift to electric vehicles is something all fleets will be embracing sooner or later. Some might be sceptical or hesitant, but many still might not … Read More »

Feature: Top 10 telematics trends

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The desire – and ability – to have greater control over fleets is increasing, with the industry able to meet these demands through new technologies, systems … Read More »

Road Test: Nissan Ariya

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The wait is finally over – Nissan’s C-segment battery electric contender has arrived. John Challen samples the new kid on the block.

Road Test: Peugeot 308 PHEV

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Peugeot’s family car has grown up, but will PHEV know-how attract fleet drivers? John Challen reckons so.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3

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John Challen puts the iX3’s ‘IconicSounds Electric’ feature to the test.