All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez

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

The ripple effects of Turo’s IPO withdrawal on the UK car-sharing market

Turo’s decision to abandon its IPO plans and Getaround’s US shutdown could have several implications for UK providers, including increased investor caution, market consolidation, regulatory scrutiny, and a potential decline in consumer appetite.

Beyond the tick-box: how dealers should address customer vulnerability

With financial vulnerability in sharp focus, automotive professionals need data-driven, systematic approaches to meet Consumer Duty requirements and protect their businesses, writes Jonathan Barrett at Comentis.

Don’t give in to the last gasps of the ICE industry

With the ZEV mandate consultation closing this week, the UK must stay the course and ignore legacy carmakers’ resistance, says Asif Ghafoor, CEO of Be.EV, which operates a public EV charging network in the UK.

Targa Telematics tops European fleet management rankings

Company leads Berg Insight’s latest industry report.

Stefan Davidsson appointed President of Leaseurope board

DNB Finans executive to lead European leasing industry federation.

UK consumer car finance new business volumes held steady in December 2024: FLA

In 2024 overall, new business volumes in this market were 2% lower than in 2023.

Ogilvie Fleet enhances rental offering with launch of Rental Select+

Ogilvie Rental Select+ allows customers to pick specific models from a live stock list of almost 500 vehicles.

Carwow appoints Jeremiah Crider as CFO

Finance chief joins from Securitas following strong revenue growth and fresh investment.

Turo abandons US IPO amid slowing growth

Market uncertainty weighs on “Airbnb for cars” sector in the US.