All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez
Alejandro Gonzalez
Alejandro Gonzalez has been the Editor of Leasing Life since January 2020.
Polestar launches connected telematics service for electric fleet operators
New system developed with Echoes, Geotab and High Mobility provides real-time vehicle data without additional hardware requirements
CMA refers BCA acquisition of Aston Barclay for in-depth Investigation
Regulator cites concerns over potential reduction in competition across the UK used vehicle auction market
Sixth Street to acquire Global Lending Services for undisclosed sum
GLS’s management team to remain in place as the investment firm targets continued growth in the US automotive lending market
A night of recognition at the GlobalData Automotive Europe Awards 2025
Awards recognise data-led innovation, sustainability, and customer-focused progress across Europe’s motor finance sector.
FLA warns FCA motor finance redress plan risks overcompensation
Shanika Amarasekara urges the regulator to ensure proportionality in its redress scheme
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GlobalData announces winners of Automotive Europe Awards 2025
Event recognises developments across technology, sustainability, and customer experience in the European motor finance sector
High Court opens landmark ‘Dieselgate’ case against five carmakers
High Court begins hearing claims that five major carmakers used illegal software to cheat emissions tests, in a case that could reshape the UK’s motor industry and consumer compensation landscape.
The battery balancing act: Europe’s costly catch-up with China
CRU’s Sam Adham says efficiency, not materials, now drives battery economics — and China still leads. Jeremy Weltman reports.
FCA on alert after US auto parts giant’s collapse exposes cracks in private credit
Regulator says it is watching the fallout from First Brands’ $10bn collapse as lenders and investors reassess risks in unregulated financing markets.
Halfway to 2030: Can finance keep the EV transition on track?
With the UK and Europe at the midpoint between the ICE ban announcement and its enforcement, the EV market faces both acceleration and uncertainty. Chris Farnell reports.