All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez

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

GM leverages Costco partnership in bid to boost EV sales in the US

Currently, Costco members can receive a US$1,000 incentive if they lease or buy a new 2023 or 2024 Chevrolet model, including GM’s Chevrolet Blazer EV and Chevrolet Equinox EV.

Subscription model poised to overtake traditional car buying and leasing: PwC

Age plays a significant role in subscription interest, with 85% of demand for premium and luxury brands coming from consumers aged 18-44.

Auto Trader reports robust growth in used car sales in May

Auto Trader’s platform recorded nearly 83 million visits in May, an 11% increase from the same period last year and a 20% rise since May 2022.

European carmakers lead in EV spending, but investment growth slows

T&E looks at the EV, battery and charging investment announcements by carmakers to analyse which regions and carmakers are winning when it comes to EV investments.

Oodle Car Finance appoints Head of Sales & Major Accounts

Estelle McConnell previously held positions at Capital Bank, Secure Trust Bank, and Close Brothers.

Seized vehicle in smuggling adaptation case highlights buyer responsibility

Case underscores the principle of ‘caveat emptor,’ emphasising the importance of buyers conducting thorough checks and maintaining proper documentation.

IVECO and Foton announce joint exploration into future synergies

MoU will explore potential collaboration in the areas of electric vehicles and components, and joint business opportunities, for Europe and South America.

Scot Group launches vehicle rental brand Switch

The company said Switch aims to enhance Scot Group’s responsiveness to customer needs in the corporate sector and the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) market.

‘Covid Cars’ spark valuation issues in used market: VRA

“Covid cars” are now entering the used market, causing valuation challenges for vendors, dealers, and consumers.