Jonathan Musk
ALD Automotive launches ALD Carmarket
ALD Automotive has launched a new digital sales platform, offering ex-lease vehicles to buy at a fixed price, auction, sealed bid or countdown price drop.
Karoq and Kodiaq treated to updates and Škoda’s new-look
Škoda has updated its Karoq and Kodiaq SUVs with a subtly revised look and new tech for 2020.
Mazda Skyactiv-X pricing announced
Mazda’s fuel and CO2-saving Skyactiv-X engine is to be introduced with the Mazda3, as well as a new Mazda3 saloon and new all-wheel drive option.
First Drive: MG ZS EV
MG enters the electric market, with an inexpensive proposition and enticing specs, finds Jonathan Musk.
Electric focus to see fleet account for nearly half of MG sales
As the fastest-growing car manufacturer in the UK, MG is setting its sights on electrified vehicles to act as the tip of the spear in the … Read More »
WATCH LIVE: Volkswagen and Ford to expand alliance
Volkswagen and Ford are set to expand their global alliance today, with the expectation that the two companies will form a synergy on electric vehicles.
New Sunderland facility set to make thousands of batteries
A new UK battery manufacturing facility has opened, marking one of the first of its type in Europe, helping secure jobs for the North East.
Still no start date for Leeds Clean Air Zone
The start date for Leeds City Council’s charging Clean Air Zone remains up in the air, despite the city pushing ahead with implementing the scheme.
BMW reveals third-generation X6
BMW has revealed the new X6, with a slightly larger more modern design, technology and equipment updates, and driver assistance features.
Road Test: BMW 7 Series
BMW’s 7 Series update is much more than just skin-deep, finds Jonathan Musk.
Ionity rollout across UK motorway network buoyed by Extra deal
Ionity – a joint venture between Daimler, Ford, BMW and the Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche – has formed a partnership deal with Extra MSA … Read More »
EV infrastructure to get a boost following EDF and NEoT partnership
EDF Energy has entered into a partnership with NEoT Capital to accelerate the delivery of key infrastructure for electric vehicles in the UK.
Renault’s Alliance Ventures buys into The Mobility House
For an undisclosed sum, Alliance Ventures – the strategic venture capital arm of Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi – has invested in a platform that integrates vehicle batteries into power … Read More »
Celebrating 60 years of the Škoda Octavia
The Octavia has been a fleet staple for decades, but its rich history goes back much further, finds Jonathan Musk.
Volvo XC40 joins Asda fleet due to early WLTP compliance
Added to ASDA’s user-chooser fleet list, the Volvo XC40 is already proving a hit due to early WLTP data.
Volkswagen explains WLTP changes due in September
Mandatory for all newly registered vehicles with the second stage of the WLTP type test, Volkswagen has set about trying to explain the complicated emission standard … Read More »
Tesla halts Long Range RWD Model 3 production
Tesla has halted with immediate effect its rear-wheel drive Long Range battery Model 3 variant, forcing new customers to choose between either the shorter range or … Read More »
CarNext.com launches short-term used car leasing app
CarNext.com has launched a new app for short-term used car leasing.
Volvo launches free online Fleet Tax Guide
Designed for fleet managers, Volvo has launched a free Fleet Tax Guide to help with company car tax and legislation for the 2019/20 financial year.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar XF R-Sport D180 AWD
The XF is faring well on the Fleet World long-term fleet. Jonathan Musk reports.
Refreshed Renault Zoe sports 242-mile range
Renault has made significant improvements to its popular Zoe electric car, with increased range and power options, as well as a restyled look and new DC … Read More »
Details emerge on Honda’s first electric car
Details of Honda’s forthcoming first electric car, the Honda e, have been revealed including battery capacity and charge rate.
5-minute EV recharge time proven in first-ever demo
Israeli tech company StoreDot has verified claims that its ultra-fast charging lithium-ion battery can recharge in five minutes through an inaugural demonstration.
Volkswagen adds diesel to T-Cross line-up
Hot on the heels of the petrol-powered T-Cross baby SUV, Volkswagen has added a third option to the line-up in the form of a 1.6-litre diesel.
BP Chargemaster unveils new 150kW ultra-fast charger
BP Chargemaster has unveiled its new 150kW charge point, which will begin to be rolled out across its Polar network and BP forecourts.
Ford’s Bridgend engine plant to close in 2020
Ford has begun a consultation on the closure of its Bridgend engine plant in Wales, which could close by September 2020, risking the loss of 1,700 … Read More »
Mazda Skyactiv-X economy figures announced
Mazda has released key economy information on its long-awaited Skyactiv-X engine – that benefits from diesel-like compression ignition in a petrol engine, leading to reduced fuel … Read More »
Diesel loses out again, as UK new car registrations continue to fall
Latest Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) figures show the state of the UK new car market has further declined by 4.6% in May, with … Read More »
