Latest The Business Car Files

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  06 May 22

  The Business Car Files: Alfa Romeo
  
  Damien Dally, who was appointed Alfa Romeo UK managing director in 2021, not only has 20 years' experience of the Italian brand - he's also a proud owner. Martyn Collins speaks to him about the new Tonale's fleet opportunity and the challenges ahead.
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  11 Apr 22

  The Business Car Files: Stellantis
  
  UK director for B2B James Taylor's job is to provide a coordinated approach for large fleet customers across the Stellantis group's nine brands. Martyn Collins talks to him about his role and the challenges moving forward.
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  16 Mar 22

  The Business Car Files: Genesis
  
  2021 was the year Genesis, Hyundai's luxury car brand, launched in the UK. With a new director and regional operations manager, Andrew Pilkington, in charge, Martyn Collins talks to him about fleet plans and aspirations for the Korean manufacturer.
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  02 Feb 22

  The Business Car Files: Suzuki UK
  
  In 2021, alongside new product, the fleet department of Suzuki UK had its operations centralised with a new national fleet manager at the helm, in the form of Lee Giddings. Martyn Collins talks to him about the manufacturer's fleet plans moving forwards.
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  13 Dec 21

  The Business Car Files: DS Automobiles
  
  Since DS Automobiles split from Citroen six years ago, growth has so far been strong in Europe, but slower in the UK. Martyn Collins speaks with UK managing director Jules Tilstone about DS's fleet plans moving forward.
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  10 Nov 21

  The Business Car Files: Kia
  
  Kia is about to move further upmarket with its new electric range-topper - the EV6. Martyn Collins speaks with UK president and CEO Paul Philpott.
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  07 Oct 21

  The Business Car Files: Skoda
  
  Fleets are turning to an electrified vision of the future - one that Skoda has the models to deliver, as head of fleet Henry Williams tells Sean Keywood.
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  16 Aug 21

  The Business Car Files: Mazda UK
  
  Mazda's profile in the fleet sector has dwindled over the past decade, but a number of new-generation models could be about to reverse the trend. Simon Harris speaks with managing director Jeremy Thomson.
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  05 May 21

  The Business Car Files: Ford
  
  Ford has embarked on a major electrification programme to transform its range by 2026. Ford's fleet boss discusses the plans.
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  09 Apr 21

  The Business Car Files: Audi
  
  Audi has outlined its electrification strategy and looks forward to the introduction of the Q4 E-Tron later this year. Simon Harris talks to head of sales Steve Catlin.
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  05 Mar 21

  The Business Car Files: Ssangyong Motors UK
  
  Ssangyong UK is riding out a restructuring plan at its Korean supplier and is confident of attracting more fleet business on the other side of it. Simon Harris spoke with managing director Kevin Griffin.
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  18 Nov 20

  The Business Car Files: Volvo
  
  For Volvo's fleet team 2020 was meant to be all about plug-in hybrids - and, belatedly, that's how it's turning out, as outgoing fleet chief Steve Beattie tells Sean Keywood.
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  05 Nov 20

  The Business Car Files: BMW
  
  BMW's product updates have continued unabated during the coronavirus pandemic, and as fleet boss Rob East tells Simon Harris, he's cautiously optimistic about 2021.
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  06 Oct 20

  The Business Car Files: DS Automobiles
  
  DS Automobiles, PSA's technology leader, is on course to meet the EU's carbon emission targets as it establishes itself as a premium brand. Simon Harris talks strategy with UK MD Alain Descat.
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  09 Sep 20

  The Business Car Files: Suzuki
  
  Suzuki is about to embark on a new model offensive to make the brand much more appealing to fleets and user choosers. Simon Harris spoke to head of fleet sales Graeme Jenkins.
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  04 Aug 20

  The Business Car Files: Audi
  
  Audi was ready to launch two major new products when the coronavirus crisis struck the automotive industry. Simon Harris finds out why there's cause for optimism at the brand.
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  14 Jul 20

  The Business Car Files: Renault
  
  Renault has revamped its entire range of small cars in the past eight months. And as we emerge from Covid-19 lockdown, fleet chief Mark Dickens tells Simon Harris he's hopeful things will pick up where they left off.
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  30 Apr 20

  The Business Car Files: Mitsubishi UK
  
  The brand that led the way into the PHEV era in the UK is waiting to announce the next chapter in its story later this year. Simon Harris talks to managing director Rob Lindley.
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  01 Apr 20

  The Business Car Files: Nissan
  
  Nissan's new head of fleet sales arrived last autumn after a long career with Volkswagen Group. Simon Harris spoke to Peter McDonald about his plans for Nissan.
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  09 Mar 20

  The Business Car Files: Mercedes-Benz
  
  A restructured fleet team and a growing range of plug-in models could help Mercedes-Benz boost its sales momentum, according to head of fleet sales Tom Brennan. Simon Harris reports.