The financial benefits of running a company van

The financial benefits of running a company van

John Sootheran

For business users, a van remains one of the most tax-efficient ways to stay on the road. Unlike company cars, the Benefit-in-Kind charge is fixed by HM Revenue and Customs...

The financial benefits of running a company van

Analysis
John Sootheran

For business users, a van remains one of the most tax-efficient ways to stay on the road. Unlike company cars, the Benefit-in-Kind charge is fixed by HM Revenue and Customs...

Volvo turns the EX30 into a compact electric van

Volvo turns the EX30 into a compact electric van

John Sootheran

At first glance, it’s essentially an EX30 with the rear seats removed, but that simple change makes a big difference. You get a flat load area, 1,000 litres of space...

Volvo turns the EX30 into a compact electric van

Review
John Sootheran

At first glance, it’s essentially an EX30 with the rear seats removed, but that simple change makes a big difference. You get a flat load area, 1,000 litres of space...

Chery brings hybrid SUV to the UK from under £20k – so what do you actually get?

Chery brings hybrid SUV to the UK from under £20k – so what do you actually get?

John Sootheran

Chery has confirmed pricing for its new Tiggo 4 hybrid SUV, starting from just £19,995, which immediately puts it among the cheapest electrified SUVs on sale in the UK. That’s...

Chery brings hybrid SUV to the UK from under £20k – so what do you actually get?

Review
John Sootheran

Chery has confirmed pricing for its new Tiggo 4 hybrid SUV, starting from just £19,995, which immediately puts it among the cheapest electrified SUVs on sale in the UK. That’s...

JAECOO adds cheaper hybrid option and blacked-out SUV to growing UK line-up

JAECOO adds cheaper hybrid option and blacked-out SUV to growing UK line-up

John Sootheran

JAECOO has expanded its JAECOO 7 range with two new additions, giving drivers more choice on how they move into electrified driving.

JAECOO adds cheaper hybrid option and blacked-out SUV to growing UK line-up

Review
John Sootheran

JAECOO has expanded its JAECOO 7 range with two new additions, giving drivers more choice on how they move into electrified driving.

BMW’s new i3 positions itself as the next-gen exec EV

BMW’s new i3 positions itself as the next-gen exec EV

John Sootheran

BMW has revealed the new all-electric i3, the second model in its Neue Klasse line-up, and it looks like a serious statement of intent for company car drivers.

BMW’s new i3 positions itself as the next-gen exec EV

Review
John Sootheran

BMW has revealed the new all-electric i3, the second model in its Neue Klasse line-up, and it looks like a serious statement of intent for company car drivers.

BYD gives ATTO 3 a serious upgrade with more power, faster charging and extra space

BYD gives ATTO 3 a serious upgrade with more power, faster charging and extra space

John Sootheran

BYD has confirmed UK pricing for the updated ATTO 3 EVO, starting from £38,990, with more range, quicker charging and a noticeable step up in performance over the outgoing model.

BYD gives ATTO 3 a serious upgrade with more power, faster charging and extra space

Review
John Sootheran

BYD has confirmed UK pricing for the updated ATTO 3 EVO, starting from £38,990, with more range, quicker charging and a noticeable step up in performance over the outgoing model.

DS brings back its SUV with 460-mile range – but is £40k enough to compete?

DS brings back its SUV with 460-mile range – but is £40k enough to compete?

John Sootheran

DS is replacing the DS7 with a new model called the No7, and the headline is simple – up to 460 miles of electric range, which puts it right up...

DS brings back its SUV with 460-mile range – but is £40k enough to compete?

Review
John Sootheran

DS is replacing the DS7 with a new model called the No7, and the headline is simple – up to 460 miles of electric range, which puts it right up...

Toyota’s 2026 line-up: cheaper EVs, longer range and an electric Hilux on the way

Toyota’s 2026 line-up: cheaper EVs, longer range and an electric Hilux on the way

John Sootheran

Toyota is rolling out a wide mix of electric, hybrid and plug-in models in 2026 – giving fleets more choice across cars, SUVs and pick-ups, with a clear focus on...

Toyota’s 2026 line-up: cheaper EVs, longer range and an electric Hilux on the way

Review
John Sootheran

Toyota is rolling out a wide mix of electric, hybrid and plug-in models in 2026 – giving fleets more choice across cars, SUVs and pick-ups, with a clear focus on...

DreamLease salary sacrifice deals of the week

DreamLease salary sacrifice deals of the week

John Sootheran

Here are three of the most interesting salary sacrifice EV deals currently available through Dream Lease this week, covering a compact city car, a performance-focused SUV and a longer-range all-rounder.

DreamLease salary sacrifice deals of the week

News
John Sootheran

Here are three of the most interesting salary sacrifice EV deals currently available through Dream Lease this week, covering a compact city car, a performance-focused SUV and a longer-range all-rounder.

Škoda gets cheaper batteries and proper towing power – but will prices drop from £36k?

Škoda gets cheaper batteries and proper towing power – but will prices drop from £36k?

John Sootheran

Škoda has updated its Enyaq and Elroq EVs with lower-cost LFP batteries in entry models and towing capacity of up to 2,200 kg in higher-spec variants – widening their appeal...

Škoda gets cheaper batteries and proper towing power – but will prices drop from £36k?

Review
John Sootheran

Škoda has updated its Enyaq and Elroq EVs with lower-cost LFP batteries in entry models and towing capacity of up to 2,200 kg in higher-spec variants – widening their appeal...

Better Fleet: A practical playbook for fixing underutilised vehicles

Better Fleet: A practical playbook for fixing underutilised vehicles

John Sootheran

A practical playbook for fixing underutilised vehicles

Better Fleet: A practical playbook for fixing underutilised vehicles

Analysis
John Sootheran

A practical playbook for fixing underutilised vehicles

Better Fleet: What works when fleets take utilisation seriously

Better Fleet: What works when fleets take utilisation seriously

John Sootheran

Fleets that improve utilisation tend to follow the same principle:treat every vehicle like it has to earn its place but don’t expect it to be busy all the time. The key...

Better Fleet: What works when fleets take utilisation seriously

News
John Sootheran

Fleets that improve utilisation tend to follow the same principle:treat every vehicle like it has to earn its place but don’t expect it to be busy all the time. The key...

Better Fleet: Why underutilised vehicles are a hidden cost drain

Better Fleet: Why underutilised vehicles are a hidden cost drain

John Sootheran

Underutilised vehicles don’t usually jump out as a problem. That’s why they stick around. A van might be used a few times a week. A pool car might tick over...

Better Fleet: Why underutilised vehicles are a hidden cost drain

News
John Sootheran

Underutilised vehicles don’t usually jump out as a problem. That’s why they stick around. A van might be used a few times a week. A pool car might tick over...

Fuel prices jump again

Fuel prices jump again

John Sootheran

Fuel costs have risen sharply again in March, with diesel up more than 20p per litre since the start of the Iran conflict, increasing pressure on fleet operating costs.

Fuel prices jump again

News
John Sootheran

Fuel costs have risen sharply again in March, with diesel up more than 20p per litre since the start of the Iran conflict, increasing pressure on fleet operating costs.

This week’s launches: digital leasing and predictive fleet tech

This week’s launches: digital leasing and predictive fleet tech

John Sootheran

Two launches this week point to faster, more data-led fleet operations, with a focus on digital journeys and predictive management.

This week’s launches: digital leasing and predictive fleet tech

News
John Sootheran

Two launches this week point to faster, more data-led fleet operations, with a focus on digital journeys and predictive management.

ZEV mandate met – but pressure builds behind the headline progress

ZEV mandate met – but pressure builds behind the headline progress

John Sootheran

UK car and van markets met their first-year Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate targets, but growing pressure from manufacturers highlights a gap between regulatory ambition and commercial reality.

ZEV mandate met – but pressure builds behind the headline progress

Insights
John Sootheran

UK car and van markets met their first-year Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate targets, but growing pressure from manufacturers highlights a gap between regulatory ambition and commercial reality.