John has been writing about cars since the start of 2011, with a particular fondness for models with USB connectivity and a serious distaste for steering wheels with too many buttons. Can often be found trying to seduce 1.0-litre engines. When away from things that go brum, apostrophe snob John can often be found making noise with varying degrees of musicality.
The Highway Code needs to be updated to emphasise the importance of safety innovations in today’s new cars, according to Britain’s driving instructors. Electronic Stability Control has been compul...
Skoda will supply 50 vehicles to help support the Tour of Britain this September. The Czech carmaker’s continued sponsorship deal with the annual cycling event will see them lay on a mix of Octavi...
Brake has published a free guide to help cut costs and improve road safety for small businesses with employees who drive for work. The guide, available from brakepro.org, highlights practical, low...
Skoda goes West for Fleet Business Development Manager Davina West will begin work as Skoda UK’s Fleet Business Development Manager from March 31. Previously Skoda’s Retailer Marketing Manager, ...
Haulage contractor Tyneside Express has added four DAF CF tractor units to its 14-vehicle fleet. The DAF CF 85-460 6x2 Euro V specification 44 tonne tractor units have been obtained by the Gateshe...
Seat has finally thrown its sombrero into the SUV-shaped ring after announcing its first ever compact sports utility vehicle is in the works, earmarked for a 2016 launch. For a segment that has be...
Volvo’s frugal but forceful D4 engine is now available to order in its V40 hatchback and Cross Country models with deliveries beginning from September. Originally offered in the S60, S80, V60, V70...
Seat will sell its first ever SUV from 2016, the Spanish brand has announced today. The compact SUV is currently unnamed but more than 900 engineers are already involved in its development at Seat...
Companies which let employees drive their own car for work purposes are being encouraged to take part in a quick survey. The Energy Saving Trust’s grey fleet survey aims to find out if companies a...
Leaseplan UK has been named as one of Britain's Top Employers for the third year running. The fleet management company has been granted the title by the CRF Institute, which specialises in researc...