All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez

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

Turo targets former Zipcar users with capital-light car-sharing model

The peer-to-peer platform is expanding in London without owning vehicles, contrasting with fleet-heavy operators that have struggled with costs

Targa Telematics in tie-up on OEM data integration for vehicle leasing fleet

Partnership with Motability Operations focuses on maintenance data, compliance and fleet performance across the Motability Scheme

Why salary sacrifice is reshaping how EVs are judged

Better visuals can drive materially higher calculator engagement, reflecting how buyers assess EVs long before seeing one in person, writes Martijn Versteegen, CEO & Co-founder, IMAGIN.studio.

North Yorkshire ex-Porsche dealer imprisoned for fraudulent trading

The court heard how customer deposits and car-backed finance were used to sustain a failing business.

Geotab data points to modest rise in EV battery degradation as fast charging use grows

Updated analysis of more than 22,700 vehicles shows average annual degradation at 2.3%, with charging power the main variable

Here’s what will shape fleet electrification in 2026 

As the ZEV mandate reshapes the market, fleet electrification is becoming an operational necessity. In 2026, ownership, cost and innovation will define how businesses move forward. A comment by Naomi Nye, Head of Sales at Drax Electric Vehicles.

2026 and beyond: Reinventing Europe’s automotive promise

Five predictions for a reshaped industry of fewer players and new identities

Sector responds to FCA’s revised complaints timetable

Firms and trade bodies assess the operational effect of the FCA’s decision to bring forward the end of the motor finance complaints pause to 31 May 2026, seeking clarity on implementation and resourcing requirements.

A budget caught between electric ambition and economic reality

Mixed signals for motorists, fleets and the automotive sector as new taxes collide with new incentives. Chris Farnell reports.

Autotrader: 2025 wrap-up and outlook for 2026

Used-car strength, renewed EV momentum and shifting brand loyalties set the tone for a competitive year ahead.