All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Dealers face cut-off without SAF approval by December deadline

Tandem Motor Finance urges independent dealers to meet Specialist Automotive Finance (SAF) standards or equivalent by year-end to maintain partnerships with FLA-member lenders.

Day’s Fleet partners with Motor Assist

UK consumer car finance market down 2% in October 2024: FLA

European EV sales see modest uptick in October but remain down year-to-date

European EV sales rose by 2% in October, but year-to-date figures remain 5% lower than last year. Could car subscription models drive EV adoption?

Vehicle rental sector faces mixed outlook for 2025: BVRLA

Sector braces for regulatory uncertainty, rising costs, and decarbonisation pressures.

From SaaS to sustainability: a Q&A with Paul Bennett on the auto finance revolution

How technology, green initiatives, and evolving consumer trends are reshaping the automotive finance landscape.

UK new car market shrinks in November as EVs outpace targets

Industry leaders urge government action on EV incentives, infrastructure, and used market support as BEVs surge amid broader market contraction.

Preparing fleet managers for a smooth EV transition

Nick Williams of Lex Autolease urges improved infrastructure, training, and incentives to help EVs meet business needs and drive sustainability.

European automakers face pressures in 2025 amid rising challenges

Fitch Ratings says protectionism, EV sales slump, and regulatory targets create challenges for industry

Trump, tariffs and trade wars: what will 2025 bring for EVs?

The Electric Car Scheme predicts a transformative 2025 for the UK electric vehicle market, with increasing demand for new and used EVs, a rapidly expanding charging infrastructure, and the potential impact of global trade shifts.