John Kendall

Fleet World Fleet: Toyota Corolla Commercial 1.8 Hybrid

2 years ago / 0 comments

John Kendall tests out the Toyota Corolla Commercial.

Fleet World Fleet: Honda CR-V

2 years ago / 0 comments

John Kendall waves off his hybrid CR-V long termer after putting it to the test this summer.

Fleet World Fleet: Honda CR-V

2 years ago / 0 comments

John Kendall takes delivery of his new hybrid CR-V long termer.

Road Test: Opel/Vauxhall Vivaro-e Hydrogen

2 years ago / 0 comments

After the proposed 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles, options are a bit limited. However, there is a lot of potential for hydrogen to make a play what looks set to be … Read More »

INTERVIEW: BP Fleet Solutions

2 years ago / 0 comments

John Kendall speaks to Adrian Brabazon, head of BP Fleet Solutions, about how oil companies fit into the EV future.

Road Test: DFSK EC35

2 years ago / 0 comments

John Kendall tries out a van that offers battery power on a budget.

Taking EVs to the Max-us 

2 years ago / 0 comments

John Kendall takes a look at the latest battery-powered offerings from one Chinese-owned brand.  

New networks: The future for EV charging

2 years ago / 0 comments

John Kendall looks at how charger numbers and efficiency needs to be improved to match the growing demand and volume of EVs on the road.  

First Drive: Ford E-Transit

2 years ago / 0 comments

As E-Transit makes its debut, John Kendall asks if it’s the best heavy electric van on the market.

Fleet World Fleet: Renault Captur Iconic E-Tech Hybrid 145 Auto

3 years ago / 0 comments

John Kendall reports back on how the Renault Captur compact crossover is faring on our long-term fleet.

Hybrid Toyota Corolla Commercial van makes world debut at 2021 CV Show

3 years ago / 0 comments

Toyota has revealed its Corolla Commercial hybrid van at the 2021 CV Show, marking the first full hybrid vehicle in the hatchback van class.

Electric Vauxhall Movano-e van revealed

3 years ago / 0 comments

Vauxhall has announced details of the new Vauxhall Movano and electric Movano-e, which are due to go on sale in late summer this year.

Fiat launches e-Ducato electric van

4 years ago / 0 comments

Fiat Professional has unveiled its e-Ducato electric van, which is already open for orders.

Renault reveals Kangoo Van E-Tech Electric

4 years ago / 0 comments

Renault has announced further details about the new Kangoo van, due for launch early in 2022 and including latest electric versions.

Road Test: Lexus RX 450h F-Sport

8 years ago / 0 comments

I have to be honest and say that the prospect of an RX450h on my drive for a week did not fill me with excitement. Looks that could frighten children and an SUV – … Read More »

Intelligent Charging

8 years ago / 0 comments

Smart charging is on its way, logging where and how often your fleet charges EVs, reports John Kendall.

Volvo’s alternative fuel future

9 years ago / 0 comments

Volvo might have more experience with different hybrid types than any other manufacturer, having offered both diesel and petrol hybrids for some time. The XC90 T8 Twin Engine Hybrid is not the first plug‐in … Read More »

Road Test: Range Rover Hybrid

9 years ago / 0 comments

Few of us will get to choose a Range Rover as a company car. For those that do, it’s likely that fuel consumption and CO2 emissions may not be a top priority. But if … Read More »

First Drive: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

9 years ago / 1 comments

Mitsubishi has enjoyed phenomenal success with the Outlander PHEV since it was launched in 2014. The intuitive controls make it one of the best plug-in hybrids available, while the low NEDC CO2 emissions add … Read More »

Long Termers: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

10 years ago / 0 comments

That said, as the Outlander PHEV disappears with a whine of an electric motor or two, I’ve been impressed. It’s very well thought out and user friendly so it’s simple to get the best … Read More »