All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez

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

BVRLA report shows growing gap between EV corporate and private demand

Business contract hire (BCH) has seen a 7.5% year-on-year increase across all fuel types, while personal contract hire (PCH) has declined by 11.3%.

Carwow reports a significant rise in BYD brand awareness post-Euro 2024

Carwow Group has observed a sharp rise in UK consumer awareness of BYD following its Euro 2024 sponsorship, with the brand achieving the highest recognition among Chinese carmakers in a recent survey.

Newly elected Von de Leyen secures Green Deal continuity

Transport and Environment (T&E) supports her commitment to climate targets but stresses the importance of maintaining the 2035 zero emissions goal for cars to safeguard investments in Europe’s EV industry and jobs.

Bedford tops UK towns for free EV charging points: study

A new study by Independent Advisor Car Insurance ranks UK towns and cities by the availability of free electric vehicle (EV) charging points.

Labour’s King’s Speech leaves EV sector uncertain

Address fell short of crucial commitments to electric vehicles, leaving industry experts like Naomi Nye calling for urgent government action to bolster infrastructure.

Toyota Financial Services Italy and Fabrick collaborate to advance embedded finance

Initiative aims to integrate embedded finance solutions, enhancing the efficiency of financial transactions across the Toyota Group.

EU EV sales growth continues, except in Germany

EU EV sales grew by 9.4% in the first half of 2024, excluding Germany, where sales dropped by 16.4% due to subsidy cuts.

SUV fleet parts prices soar over four years: epyx

Since 2020, prices for discs and pads for SUVs have climbed by 37%, significantly higher than the 22% increase for hatchbacks and 20% for saloons.

Lombard unveils new salary sacrifice leasing scheme for EVs and hybrids

Lombard’s salary sacrifice offering has been developed in partnership with ALD Automotive | LeasePlan.

UK ranks 10th in world for EV market maturity, new study finds

The UK scored highly in range of EV models available and Government tax and regulation, but was set back by increases in the TCO for BEVs.