Martyn Collins
Removal of corporate special Clubmans won’t dent fleet appeal
This month’s launch of the updated Mini Clubman is expected to attract enhanced corporate interest despite the corporate special City model having been axed.
First Drive: BMW 1 Series
BMW’s third-generation premium C-segment challenger offers more efficiency, space and advanced tech, says Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Mini Cooper Clubman Classic
Facelift changes help the Mini Clubman’s positioning, thinks Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Volvo XC90
Minor facelift for Volvo’s biggest SUV, but the interesting stuff happens under the XC90’s bonnet, says Martyn Collins.
A visible improvement: How the latest telematics solutions can help your fleet
No form of telematics in your fleet? Martyn Collins explores some of the most popular applications and how they can save you money.
Gone grey? UK grey fleet reliance exposed in exclusive research
Analysing the findings of the recent Fleet World Grey Fleet Survey in association with Alphabet and the BVRLA.
First Drive: Kia XCeed
The latest crossover evolution of the Ceed hatch is the pick of the range, reckons Martyn Collins.
Road Test: BMW 318d Sport
Is the 318d the answer to the cost-conscious fleet manager, asks Martyn Collins?
Spotlight: Škoda Superb
Styling tweaks, updated tech and a plug-in hybrid iV version are enough to back the refreshed Škoda Superb, explains Martyn Collins.
Swede appeal: Steve Beattie on the evolution to ‘new Volvo’
Steve Beattie joined Volvo from Vauxhall in September 2017. Since then, the brand has gone through huge change, in terms of product and becoming more premium. … Read More »
Peugeot announces 208 and e-208 pricing and specifications
UK prices and specification for the second-generation Peugeot 208 and fully-electric e-208 have been revealed, in time for deliveries starting early next year.
UK prices and specs released for new Renault Clio
Renault has announced pricing and specification for the all-new Clio, which is now available to order with first customer deliveries beginning late October.
Citroën: Comfort as standard for 100 years
Comfort has been a staple for Citroën since production began 100 years ago. To celebrate the carmaker’s big birthday, Martyn Collins drives significant models from the … Read More »
Road Test: Audi Q3 35 TFSI S Line S Tronic
Audi’s second take at the compact SUV market, equals bolder styling and a more grown up feel says Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Mini Clubman
Small upgrades and more power for Mini’s five-door estate. By Martyn Collins
Focus on chauffeur fleets: Cutting costs without cutting service
Changes to the Congestion Charge, plus the implementation of the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), together with a national framework, are all putting added pressure … Read More »
First Drive: Mazda3 2.0 Skyactiv-X
The new Skyactiv-X petrol is clever, and the pick of the engines in the latest Mazda3, reckons Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Mazda CX-30
Not just the Mazda3 on stilts, the CX-30 strengthens the Japanese brand’s SUV range, thinks Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Audi A4
Significant updates, including a core focus on connectivity and electrified drivetrains, will keep the Audi A4 popular with fleets, thinks Martyn Collins.
First drive: Škoda Superb
82% of current-generation Superb sales went to fleets in Europe; Martyn Collins thinks this mid-life refresh will keep them and UK buyers coming back.
Going grey gracefully: How to tackle grey fleet eco and risk issues
The rise in employees opting to take cash rather than company cars has led to a growing reliance on higher-CO2 grey fleet cars, conflicting with the … Read More »
First Drive: Ford Focus ST
The hottest Focus yet with an ST badge on the boot has big hot hatch shoes to fill. Martyn Collins reckons it’s well up to the … Read More »
Waymo and Renault-Nissan strike deal on driverless mobility services
Renault, Nissan and Waymo are to work together to explore market opportunities for driverless mobility services.
First Drive: Volkswagen Passat
Revised plug-in hybrid model, plus other innovations, bring the Passat back into contention, says Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Peugeot 508 SW GT Line BlueHDi 130 EAT8
Not the biggest estate, but Martyn Collins thinks the Peugeot 508 SW looks great and is surprisingly practical.
Road Test: Suzuki Jimny 1.5 SZ5
Martyn Collins struggles to remain objective about the latest Suzuki Jimny.
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 d 4matic
New engines, plus styling and tech tweaks, refine the already very competent GLC package, reckons Martyn Collins.
Latest allroad is the fourth generation off-road Audi A6 Avant
20 years after the debut of the original, the fourth generation Audi A6 Avant allroad has made its debut.
Prices and specification revealed for facelifted Mercedes-Benz GLC
Mercedes-Benz has revealed specification and prices for the new GLC, starting at £39,420 for the 220 d 4MATIC Sport.
Plummeting car manufacturing in UK in April
Brexit shutdowns have been blamed for a big monthly drop in UK car production.
Top news of the week
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BT Fleet Solutions renamed as Rivus Fleet Solutions
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How can the hybrid be saved?
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Volvo’s XC40 Recharge debut electric car to bring 249-mile range
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Inaugural Fleet World WLTP Challenge brings real-world insight into fuel economy and smarter driving skills
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Lex Autolease EV1000 fund fully allocated after higher-than-expected interest
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Drivers increasingly concerned over road rage
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Neil Wilson appointed new fleet director at Ford
