All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez

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

BCA reports stable used car values in March

Anecdotal reports from BCA’s customer base suggest that used-retail activity continued to be generally positive across the Easter period.

Volvo’s vision and navigating the shift to EVs

The speed at which automakers ramp up EV production remains a critical factor in shaping the industry’s trajectory.

Tesla faces threat to European BEV lead amidst rising competition

In March, BEV sales dipped to 13.4% of the total market, down from 15.1% the previous year.

Volvo approves leases faster using FICO Platform

The FICO Platform, operating on the cloud, expedites real-time approvals and provides credit checks in seconds, Volvo reported.

Polestar achieves 9% reduction in GHGs per car sold in 2023

In 2023 the company was focused on tracking battery risk minerals.

Which? exposes APRs up to 40% for monthly car insurance payments

An investigation by Which? has revealed alarmingly high annual percentage rates (APRs) of up to 40% charged by some car insurers for monthly payments, prompting calls for regulatory action to protect consumers.

Almost one in 20 motor finance customers identified as vulnerable as FCA announces new review

From a sample of more than half a million sessions of consumers using its motor finance tools, 4.3% were potentially classified as vulnerable.  

72% of dealers believe trend is developing against agency model

Startline Used Car Tracker also reveals that 36% of respondents think more manufacturers will change their minds and drop agency

SDV and AI car market expected to surpass US$700bn by 2034

Between 2023 and 2034, the software-defined vehicle market will experience a CAGR of 34%.

Shoreham Vehicle Auctions raises £300k for Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice since 2011

2024 was the 14th year of working with the charity during which time it has raised over £300,000.