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First Drive: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
New C-Class brings impressive tech and refinement to the compact executive class, finds Martyn Collins.
Diesel registrations halve in two years, SMMT data shows
Registrations of new diesel cars have halved since 2019, with more drivers now opting for hybrid or electric alternatives, according to the latest data from the … Read More »
Road Test: Hyundai i30
Mild hybrid technology and a clever gearbox marks out the refreshed i30, says Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Jaguar XF
An all-new interior and diesel engine with mild hybrid technology mark out the facelifted XF in the executive class, Martyn Collins finds.
Road Test: SEAT Ateca
Ateca gets styling changes and tech upgrades, while remaining a great drive, says Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Citroën C4 and ë-C4
SUV-like styling and the choice of diesel, petrol and full electric power will mean Citroën’s new small family rival will shake up the class, says Martyn … Read More »
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.
First Drive: Hyundai i20
Sharp looks, a keen drive, plenty of standard kit and mild hybrid technology mark out the i20 in the supermini class, Martyn Collins finds.
First Drive: Kia Sorento
Kia’s biggest UK SUV majors on technology and also includes hybrids for the first time in its history. Martyn Collins takes it for a drive.
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: Peugeot 508 SW GT Line BlueHDi 130
Despite only covering 6,000 miles, the 508 has been into Desira Bury St Edmunds for its first service, required at yearly intervals/ 20,000 miles.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar XE S 2.0 180hp Diesel RWD Auto
It’s always difficult to hand back a car that’s been with me through thick and thin.
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT Line BlueHDi 130
Peugeot’s cracked windscreen brings a need for an ADAS check, says Dan Gilkes.
Road Test: Škoda Octavia
Škoda’s lower-medium favourite gets a distinctive new look. Martyn Collins takes it for a drive.
Road Test: SEAT Leon
Could this Leon be the car to topple the Golf? Martyn Collins gets behind the wheel.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
An extended stay, due in part to coronavirus, saw the Combo Life spend some nine months with me, giving me a chance to really put it … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
The Combo Life is put to the test with a family holiday.
First Drive: Land Rover Defender 110 D240 S
Has Land Rover pulled off the seemingly impossible task of reinventing the Defender for the modern age? Jonathan Musk finds out.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
We report back on the wealth of kit on the Combo Life.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
The UK’s easing of lockdown conditions enables Natalie Middleton to get to grips with the Combo Life.
Road Test: Passat SEL 2.0-litre TDI EVO SCR 150hp
Latest updates to the revised range ensure the Passat keeps its fleet-focused promise, writes Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
Natalie Middleton on lockdown motoring – or a lack of it – in the Combo Life.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
Natalie Middleton looks beyond the Combo Life’s exterior.
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT Line BlueHDi 130
Top marks for my local dealer Desira Peugeot in Bury St Edmunds this week.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
There may be a limited company car user-chooser market for the Combo Life, but drivers are likely to get two nice surprises once they’re behind the … Read More »
First Drive: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
BMW has built a fleet-friendly coupé, finds Jonathan Musk, with the addition of two extra doors and 1 Series efficiency.
Road test: BMW X6 xDrive30d M Sport
Can the segment-defining X6 fend off a raft of new coupe-SUVs? Alex Grant finds out.
Road test: Škoda Superb SE L Estate 2.0 TDI DSG 4×4
Practice makes perfect for the new Superb, finds Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
The Combo Life comes into its own as a people-mover. After several weeks behind the wheel of the Combo Life as its latest test driver, I … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
The Combo Life remains a faithful stead, says Curtis Hutchinson. Three months in and the Combo Life XL is making sense as a fleet proposition. While … Read More »
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