Nat Barnes

Fleet World Fleet: Renault Megane E-Tech

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Renault’s stylish electric hatchback lands on our long-term fleet for six months of work and family life.

Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV

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As our CX-60 PHEV longtermer heads back to Mazda, Nat Barnes reports on its highs and lows over the last six months.

Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV

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The latest report from our Mazda PHEV longtermer from Nat Barnes.

Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV

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Some rather interesting running cost figures from Nat Barnes paint our Mazda PHEV in a compelling new light.

Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV

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A half-term break sheds more light on how get the best out of plug-in hybrids. By Nat Barnes.

Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV

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The one with the rear wiper confession. By Nat Barnes.

Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV

4 months ago / 0 comments

The Mazda PHEV improves its fuel efficiency and scores points for practicality over the Christmas break but the rear wiper causes some confusion. By Nat Barnes.

Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV

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The miles start to pile up on long-term Mazda CX-60 but falling temperatures bring a drop in economy. Nat Barnes reports back.

Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV

6 months ago / 0 comments

From one PHEV to another; Nat Barnes takes delivery of our new long-term Mazda CX-60.

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV

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Nat Barnes ruminates on six months behind the wheel of the Astra PHEV.

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV

7 months ago / 0 comments

The Astra PHEV continues to put its best face forward despite a slight parking blunder. By Nat Barnes.

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV

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A lengthy stint of non-PHEV friendly miles in the Astra shows a new side to it. By Nat Barnes.

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV

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In his latest Astra PHEV report, Nat Barnes finds it’s not just the UK weather that’s hotting up.

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV

9 months ago / 1 comments

Some regular jaunts to Wales for a hiking challenge put the Astra’s stamina to the test too. By Nat Barnes.

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV

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As the standout yellow paintwork on our Astra PHEV continues to attract attention, Nat Barnes ponders on whether it’s better to stand out from the crowd … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV

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Our Astra PHEV long-termer is back after a spot of bother with trapped wind and Nat Barnes embraces a return to plug-in hybrid motoring.

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV

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Our new Astra PHEV long-termer is turning out to be hotter stuff than we were expecting. Nat Barnes reports back.

Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV

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Fancy going electric but not sure about making the leap? Our new Astra PHEV could provide a valuable stepping stone. Tester Nat Barnes reports back.

Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV

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Nat Barnes reports back on three months with Ford’s plug-in hybrid SUV.

Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV

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A family holiday brings a moral dilemma when it comes to plug-in hybrid charging. Nat Barnes reports.

Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV

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A cold snap brings a drop in the Kuga’s electric-only range but one bit of technology comes up shining.

Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV

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Nat Barnes tests out the Kuga’s crossover practicalities with a house move.

Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV

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After a few chilly weeks testing the Kuga, Nat Barnes is enthralled by the Quickclear heated front windscreen, not so pleased with the parcel shelf…

Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV

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Nat Barnes heads behind the wheel of the Ford Kuga PHEV for three months to assess its family- and fleet-friendly credentials.

Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT PHEV

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Nat Barnes ponders on how much plug-in hybrids offer a best-of-both-worlds approach.

Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT PHEV

2 years ago / 0 comments

Nat Barnes finds a seasonal way to make the most of the Peugeot’s boot space.

Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT PHEV

2 years ago / 0 comments

Nat Barnes fesses up to a schoolboy error with our 508 SW GT plug-in hybrid.

Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT PHEV

2 years ago / 0 comments

Following the departure of the 508 PSE SW PHEV, Nat Barnes settles into our 508 SW GT replacement long-termer.

Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW PHEV

2 years ago / 0 comments

Nat Barnes bids a fond farewell to the 508 SW PHEV as our new 508 GT long-termer arrives.

Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW PHEV

2 years ago / 0 comments

Our tester finds that the Peugeot 508 SW is more than just a pretty face.