All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez has been the Editor of Leasing Life since January 2020.

Europe’s auto industry at a crossroads: Time for decisive action

As Chinese automakers surge into Europe and legacy manufacturers accelerate their EV transition, the stakes have never been higher. Munich’s upcoming Global Data Automotive Europe Conference will be a pivotal moment to chart a bold path forward.

JLR hack exposes cyber weakness in UK car industry

Factory shutdowns at Jaguar Land Rover and supply-chain strain show why cyber resilience must be treated as core infrastructure for Britain’s motor sector.

Motor insurers overhaul payouts after FCA crackdown on underpayments

FCA’s action triggers £200m in compensation for drivers short-changed on written-off or stolen vehicles

How Britain’s car finance market feeds global theft rings

Premium vehicles on UK leasing books are disappearing into containers bound for Africa and the Persian Gulf.

Ford Puma Gen-E races to top of Carwow rankings

Compact SUV’s affordability and grant eligibility drive record configurations and dealer enquiries as UK’s Electric Car Grant fuels demand.

EU’s ‘small affordable cars initiative’ could unlock fresh financing

Entry-level E-cars may revive sub‑€15,000 segment, expanding market for auto loans and leasing

MHP launches specs for EV battery ‘digital twins’ with AWS

Standard sets out common terms and framework to support future global ISO standardisation

Last chance to enter GlobalData Automotive Europe Awards 2025

Extended deadline for submissions closes on 17 September

Entry deadline for GD Automotive Europe Awards 2025 extended

Motor finance professionals urged to seize final chance to showcase excellence as awards and conference gather momentum ahead of October event