All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez

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

AI in the driving seat: how smart tech is changing car finance

From faster approvals to better deals, AI is making auto finance quicker and smarter – but human know-how still matters.

EU to gift weaker climate targets to car industry in return for no commitments

T&E reaction to Ursula von der Leyen statement on Automotive Dialogue

SAPA acquires Megatech Industries AG

Acquisition boosts SAPA’s revenue to €700 million and expands its global footprint

New car market poised for strong March amid rising consumer interest

Auto Trader data highlights growing demand, EV discounts, and shifting brand rankings.

Showroom frustrations: car buyers cite finance, sales staff as top pain points

Survey reveals gender disparities in car buying experience as consumers highlight key frustrations.

AutoProtect appoints Mike Edwards as CRO

Expanded role to drive sales, marketing, and digital growth strategy,

UK motor finance lenders brace for Supreme Court ruling amid regulatory uncertainty

As the industry awaits a landmark decision on commission-linked redress claims, lenders must balance operational resilience with customer trust to navigate the disruption ahead, writes Martin Pearson of Firstsource.

IGA seeks garage owners’ input ahead of key MOT fee meeting

Association to present financial impact evidence to policymakers

Car insurance costs overtake fuel prices as top concern for UK motorists: poll

Close Brothers Motor Finance survey reveals growing worry over rising premiums and calls for government action

Boost for electric vans as red tape trimmed and funding confirmed

Chancellor extends Plug-in Van Grant for another year as registrations for zero-emission vans remained flat in 2023 and 2024.