John Challen

Greener fleets, sustainable solutions

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Think investing in battery-powered cars is the only way to be seen as ‘green’ these days? Think again – there are plenty of opportunities to prove … Read More »

Interview: Audi UK’s head of fleet Claire English on her ‘Fleet 15’

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Claire English, head of fleet at Audi UK, reveals her dream cars and her thoughts on the biggest challenges for fleets in her ‘Fleet 15’.

Interview: Polestar’s Matt Hawkins talks about the fleet shift to EVs

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Matt Hawkins, head of sales in the UK for Polestar, talks about starting a brand in the pandemic and helping fleets who are ready to switch … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3

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Our new long-termer fuses two of the latest driver trends for SUVs and EVs into one family- and eco-friendly solution. John Challen finds out more.

Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron Technik 50 quattro

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John Challen switches into the driving seat of our e-tron long-termer.

First Drive: Cupra Born

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

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD

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John Challen waves off our long-term XC60 Recharge.

Road Test: Vauxhall Grandland

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Plug-in hybrid technology and upgrades inside and out for the mid-size SUV. By John Challen.

Road Test: BMW iX

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The Munich manufacturer’s i family grows with an SUV you certainly won’t miss, says John Challen.

Road Test: Jeep Compass 4xe

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The Compass offroader gains upgrades inside and out, with PHEV tech to boot. John Challen tests it out.

Interview: Digital Innk’s Angela Montacute

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Fleets struggle to ignore Software-as-a-Service offerings, as more and more products come onto the market. One of the new players is Digital Innk, whose CEO, Angela … Read More »

Interview: Kia’s John Hargreaves and Steve Hicks

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John Hargreaves and Steve Hicks tell FW why there are many reasons to be positive in 2022.

Spotlight: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer

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John Challen explore the new Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer and its main attractions for fleets.

Road Test: Kia Sportage

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New Sportage is a big car for Kia and it successfully hits the spot, says John Challen

Fleet Essentials – The Big Switch

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There’s no getting away from the shift to electric vehicles. Ian Richardson, managing director, 360 Media Group, assesses the landscape and offers some advice on how … Read More »

Feature: Future of Fleet

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Fleet World gathers expert opinion to predict what will happen in the sector in 2022 – and beyond…

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD

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John Challen advises would-be XC60 drivers on the best options from the list.

Interview: Alphabet CCO Spencer Halil

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After more than a quarter of a century in motor finance, Spencer Halil made the move from retail to fleet surroundings. Alphabet’s chief commercial officer tells … Read More »

Road Test: Genesis GV70

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Diesel-powered SUVs still have their place, especially if they have a bit of luxury, says John Challen.

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD

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The XC60’s equipment features come into their own as the weather gets colder. John Challen reports.

Brand new: Genesis head of sales Jonny Miller on creating a new fleet marque

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Establishing a new marque in an already busy market is no easy feat – and, when it comes to the car sector, the company needs something … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD

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John Challen stretches our plug-in hybrid XC60 long termer with some high-mileage journeys.

Road Test: Kia EV6

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Impressive performance and driving range make Kia’s first dedicated EV a hit, says John Challen.

Fleet Alliance scores hat-trick of awards

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Fleet Alliance has added more metal to its trophy cabinet after it triumphed in three categories at a recent industry awards ceremony.

First Drive: MG ZS EV

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SUVs and electric vehicles are very popular with MG buyers. So what better than a car that combines the two, asks John Challen.

BMW sustainability boss favours fleets for technology

3 years ago / 0 comments

As the COP26 summit gets underway in Glasgow, BMW has hailed the role of the fleet industry in helping to push the automotive industry’s green agenda.

Mercedes-Benz C 300 e PHEV

3 years ago / 0 comments

An impressive electric-only range is just one of the highlights of Mercedes’ latest PHEV, says John Challen.

First Drive: Audi Q3 TFSI e Sportback

3 years ago / 0 comments

John Challen gets behind the wheel of Audi’s latest plug-in hybrid in coupé-like Sportback form.

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD

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Our long-term Volvo XC60 PHEV heads to the dealers. John Challen reports.

Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD

3 years ago / 0 comments

The newcomer to our long-term test fleet takes the form of the big and bold Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV. John Challen gets behind the wheel.