John Challen
Overview: Smart #1
Smart recently premiered its #1 electric compact SUV, spearheading plans to reposition as a leading design brand with an all-electric line-up. Fleet World gives the lowdown on the new model.
First Drive: Vauxhall Astra Plug-in Hybrid-e
The number of derivatives and powertrain options might have changed but, after 40 years, the Astra still hits the spot. By John Challen.
Road Test: Cupra Born
The Spanish startup has its sights set on success with its new EV. By John Challen.
First Drive: Honda Civic e:HEV
A Japanese stalwart of the car industry celebrates its half century with a nod to the future. By John Challen.
Web Exclusive: Nissan Qashqai e-Power
John Challen samples the latest iteration of Nissan’s best-seller, complete with a clever electrified powertrain.
Hyundai goes luxurious with its latest Ioniq
Having won over a whole host of admirers – not to mention automotive awards – with the Ioniq 5, Hyundai has upped its game with the next model in the series, the Ioniq 6.
Transitioning to EVs and how salary sacrifice can help
The shift to electric vehicles is something all fleets will be embracing sooner or later. Some might be sceptical or hesitant, but many still might not realise about the salary sacrifice option, which has … Read More »
Road Test: Nissan Ariya
The wait is finally over – Nissan’s C-segment battery electric contender has arrived. John Challen samples the new kid on the block.
Road Test: Peugeot 308 PHEV
Peugeot’s family car has grown up, but will PHEV know-how attract fleet drivers? John Challen reckons so.
Greener fleets, sustainable solutions
Think investing in battery-powered cars is the only way to be seen as ‘green’ these days? Think again – there are plenty of opportunities to prove your sustainability successes.
Interview: Polestar’s Matt Hawkins talks about the fleet shift to EVs
Matt Hawkins, head of sales in the UK for Polestar, talks about starting a brand in the pandemic and helping fleets who are ready to switch to EVs.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3
Our new long-termer fuses two of the latest driver trends for SUVs and EVs into one family- and eco-friendly solution. John Challen finds out more.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron Technik 50 quattro
John Challen switches into the driving seat of our e-tron long-termer.
First Drive: Cupra Born
The Spanish startup has its sights set on success with its new EV. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
John Challen waves off our long-term XC60 Recharge.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Captur Iconic E-Tech Hybrid 145 Auto
John Kendall continues to put our hybrid Renault Captur compact crossover to the test.
Road Test: Jeep Compass 4xe
The Compass offroader gains upgrades inside and out, with PHEV tech to boot. John Challen tests it out.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
John Challen advises would-be XC60 drivers on the best options from the list.
