Julian Kirk
Fleet World Fleet: Audi Q7 55 TFSIe quattro S line
Julian Kirk reports back on our new Q7 long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Golf R-Line 1.5-litre eTSI 150hp 7-speed DSG
The Golf comes with a high level of equipment, as Julian Kirk reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC90 B5 R-Design
Last issue’s introduction of the XC90 mentioned the £6,000 of options fitted to our test car, so it’s time to assess their worth.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC90 B5 R-Design
There are those who say that our ever-increasing dependency on mobile phones and apps is bad for us, says Julian Kirk.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC90 B5 R-Design
Let’s be honest – there aren’t many people who are going to choose an XC90 from the company car choice list… The Benefit-in-Kind tax bill in … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Arteon R-Line 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
The end of our time with Volkswagen’s Arteon came as the brand announced some serious revisions to the range – trim upgrades, new engines and, most … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Arteon R-Line 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
Julian Kirk tries to define our long-term Arteon.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Arteon R-Line 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
Volkswagen has big plans to raise the profile of its Arteon saloon-cum-coupe model, with a hot R version and a shooting brake-style estate due next year.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
The recent announcement of several new Touareg variants helps make an even stronger case for Volkswagen’s big 4×4 among user-choosers, says Julian Kirk in his final … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
Julian Kirk does the maths on the Touareg’s finance options.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
The Touareg is going down smoothly on the Fleet World fleet. Our Touareg is fitted with the optional air suspension – a £2,370 extra which allows … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
A weekend away sees the Touareg show its practical side, says Julian Kirk.
How can the hybrid be saved?
Sales of hybrid cars have collapsed in the UK. What can be done to attract business buyers back into these models? Julian Kirk reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
Julian Kirk explores the equipment on the test Tourareg. With its understated looks our Touareg never really gets that much attention from the outside, but it’s … Read More »
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz S560e L AMG Line EQ Power
Sometimes carmakers’ greenest cars take the unlikeliest of forms, says Julian Kirk.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
Volkswagen’s Touareg joins the Fleet World long-term fleet. Volkswagen’s Touareg has carved a handy niche for itself over the years, offering a full-size 4×4 at prices … Read More »
Road Test: Jaguar E-Pace 150hp Pure FWD
The newest addition to Jaguar’s E-Pace line-up is, perhaps, the most unexciting – an entry-level diesel model powering drive to the front wheels only via a … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
This month, Julian Kirk ponders on the kit on the A6 Avant. Last month we analysed the worth of the optional extras fitted to the exterior … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
Which options should A6 Avant would-be drivers opt for, ponders Julian Kirk. We didn’t tick many option boxes when speccing our A6 Avant, so which were … Read More »
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 4Matic AMG Line
With a Benefit-in-Kind figure akin to its diesel sibling, the Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 4Matic AMG Line could be more relevant for corporate drivers than you’d think, … Read More »
Road Test: Audi A6 saloon 40 TDI S line S-tronic
Changes to the new A6 bring a rock-solid fleet proposition, says Julian Kirk.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
Julian Kirk puts the A6 Avant’s load-lugging abilities to the test. Part of my rock and roll life these days is to act as general gopher … Read More »
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz E 220d AMG Line Cabriolet
The E-Class Cabriolet could bring more to the perk car table than you’d first think, says Julian Kirk.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
Julian Kirk finds solace in his new Audi long-termer.
AFR rates: Plug-in or pull the plug
With some drivers not using the electric part of their hybrid cars, how can fleet managers encourage them to plug-in? Julian Kirk reports.
Volkswagen reveals forthcoming luxury electric saloon
Volkswagen has given us a glimpse of the luxury saloon of the near future with the unveiling of the I.D. Vizzion concept.
Lexus enters compact crossover segment with new UX
Lexus will expand its SUV offering next year with a small SUV called the UX.
Skoda Vision X concept shows plans for compact crossover
Skoda has revealed plans for a new small SUV with the unveiling of the Vision X concept car at the Geneva Motor Show.
Road Test: Range Rover Sport SDV6 Autobiography Dynamic
SECTOR: Large SUV PRICE: £82,945 FUEL: 40.4mpg CO2: 185g/km
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