John Challen

Join the dots: Latest developments in EV charging

6 months ago / 0 comments

Having been targeted by drivers, the UK’s EV charging network is maturing. As well as traditional hubs at retail outlets and motorway services, providers are thinking outside the box to provide fleets with solutions … Read More »

Road test: Mini Cooper Electric

6 months ago / 0 comments

Upgrades and updates inside and out make the new battery-powered Mini a very appealing proposition. John Challen takes a closer look.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5

7 months ago / 0 comments

The latest update on our BMW i5 long-termer. By John Challen.

Week behind the wheel: MG3 Hybrid+

7 months ago / 0 comments

A viable option for those drivers in the market for a new car, but not willing or able to go electric? John Challen spends seven days with the latest MG.

Top tips for the EV evolution

7 months ago / 0 comments

The vast majority of the UK’s electric vehicles are attached to fleets, so it is essential that drivers and businesses are getting the best out of them. Our experts tell you how.

On test: Renault Clio E-Tech hybrid

7 months ago / 0 comments

Five features that stood out to John Challen in the new Renault Clio E-Tech hybrid.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5

8 months ago / 0 comments

The latest update on our BMW i5 long-termer. By John Challen.

Steps in the right direction: Advice on transitioning to an EV fleet

8 months ago / 0 comments

The number of electric car models continues to rise, but some drivers are still reluctant to take the plunge to switch from ICE. Industry experts show how to win over sceptical drivers and identify … Read More »

Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5

9 months ago / 0 comments

The latest update on our BMW i5 long-termer. By John Challen.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5

9 months ago / 0 comments

The latest update on our BMW i5 long-termer. By John Challen.

Switched-on thinking: EV insights from the experts at the 2024 Great British Fleet Event

9 months ago / 0 comments

The Masterclass Conference sessions once again proved a highly popular element of the Great British Fleet Event 2024. John Challen reports back on the Electric Vehicles session – and its main disclosures for fleets.

Road Test: Volkswagen ID.7

10 months ago / 0 comments

The ID. line-up grows, with an upmarket fastback that will grab the attention of many fleet drivers. By John Challen.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5

11 months ago / 0 comments

The latest update on our BMW i5 long-termer. By John Challen.

First Drive: Mazda MX-30 R-EV

11 months ago / 0 comments

Another plug-in hybrid joins the Mazda line-up – and the rotary engine returns! By John Challen.

BEVissima! – Maserati and its fleet ambitions

11 months ago / 0 comments

Peter Charters, Maserati North Europe’s general manager, has the fleet market in his sights as the Italian carmaker rolls out its Folgore BEV sub-brand.

Electric vehicle economics under focus in new EV Fleet World Digital mag

11 months ago / 0 comments

The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out – including expert insights on electric vehicle economics.

Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron GT quattro

12 months ago / 0 comments

A glowing final report on our Audi e-tron GT quattro 350kW long-termer. By John Challen

Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5

12 months ago / 0 comments

There’s a thing or two about our new long-termer that seems a bit familiar… By John Challen.

Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5

1 year ago / 0 comments

Our new long-termer is here… And it’s a bit of an electric headturner. By John Challen.

A week behind the wheel: BMW i4

1 year ago / 0 comments

A battery-powered BMW was John Challen’s transport for seven days in December. Here’s how he got on.