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.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz S560e L AMG Line EQ Power
Sometimes carmakers’ greenest cars take the unlikeliest of forms, says Julian Kirk.
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 »
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.
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.
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
Road Test: Land Rover Discovery 2.0 SD4 HSE Luxury
SECTOR Large SUV PRICE £65,295 FUEL 43.5mpg combined CO2 171g/km There are some cars that you just don’t ‘get’ until you spend time … Read More »
First Drive: Vauxhall Grandland X
Is it better late than never for Vauxhall’s biggest SUV challenger, asks Julian Kirk.
Feature: Connectivity and Software, No way in?
The continuing integration of mobile technology linked into vehicles is creating huge data security issues. Julian Kirk discovers how to keep your information secure.
FEATURE: Are your mobile workers at risk from hackers?
The continuing integration of mobile technology linked into vehicles is creating huge data security issues. Julian Kirk discovers how to keep your information secure.
Road Test: Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer
Is this new load lugger a rival to the established premium brands? Julian Kirk finds out.
All you need to know about GDPR
New European legislation comes into effect next year which will have serious implications for anyone handling data generated from vehicles. Julian Kirk explains.
Fleet Hero Awards case study: Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd
Healthcare equipment supplier Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare (DDH) has seen its fleet’s average fuel economy rocket by 44% since undergoing an Energy Saving Trust fleet review and … Read More »
Second Hand, Second Rate?
With tightening BIK tax bands and the growth in used car PCP deals, should companies be worried about cash-for-car drivers taking the used route for their … Read More »
Fleet Hero Awards case study: Gateshead Council
Gateshead Council has taken the lead with a proactive approach to reducing congestion and promoting sustainable and active journeys – with one result being grey fleet … Read More »
Fleet Hero Awards case study: West Yorkshire Police
A large scale telematics-based fleet review involving around 600 vehicles helped West Yorkshire Police to identify savings in its operations. This was in addition to it … Read More »
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz E220d AMG Line
The new E-Class goes straight to the top of the executive sector, says Julian Kirk.
Road Test: Volvo S90 D5 PowerPulse AWD Inscription
The S90 impresses in many ways, says Julian Kirk, but the top-spec models are pricey.
Road Test: Kia Sportage 1.7 CRDi 2 Eco
Good to drive, well equipped and keenly priced – there’s little to complain about in the revised Sportage, says Julian Kirk.
FCA to showcase broad fleet offering at Fleet Show 2017
From sleek two-seater sports cars to SUVs and rugged LCV workhorses, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles will be demonstrating the breadth of its corporate offering at the Fleet … Read More »
Exclusive fleet preview of all-new Mazda CX-5
Visitors to the Fleet Show are to be given exclusive access to the all-new Mazda CX-5 ahead of its launch in the UK.
Fleet Show debut marks next step in Suzuki’s growth
With its sights set on doubling its sales to business users, Suzuki will mark its Fleet Show debut with the chance to try its entire product … Read More »
Future-proof technology could save fleets £20m
More than a third of companies are still not using telematics systems to help monitor their fleet – leaving themselves open to potential fines of up … Read More »
Get ahead of the big data issue
The percentage of new cars able to connect to the internet is set to mushroom from 20% to 75% in just three years’ time – so … Read More »
Top news of the week
-
Clarity on EV Benefit-in-Kind essential in run-up to 2035, government told
-
0% BiK could see 80% of opt-out drivers return to company cars
-
Interview: David Peel, managing director at Peugeot
-
BMW 3 Series to get three new plug-in hybrids
-
Government opens consultation on petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicle ban
-
North Yorkshire Air Quality Strategy puts focus on EVs and active travel
-
£18m fine risk from untaxed grey fleet, warns Licence Bureau
PSA and GM Europe – a platform for success?
The combined GM Europe and PSA business will become the second largest automotive company in Europe, with the potential for significant cost-savings thanks to platform and … Read More »