
Matt de Prez
Senior Staff writer at Commercial Fleet
Automotive writer and lover of most things with four wheels, especially V8s. Described as 'fairly unacceptable' by Tom Goodlad.
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1 month ago |
fleetnews.co.uk | Matt de Prez
Kia has been ranked as the UK's best car manufacturer in a survey conducted by the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA). Lexus cam second in the survey, with Toyota ranking third. The biannual Dealer Attitude Survey (DAS) examines the relationship between franchised dealerships and manufacturers throughout the UK. It presents a comprehensive overview of dealer sentiments and perspectives on manufacturers.
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1 month ago |
fleetnews.co.uk | Matt de Prez
© Bauer Consumer Media Ltd - Media House, Lynch Wood, Peterborough, PE2 6EA - Registered number 01176085 www.fleetnews.co.uk is the leading website for the UK fleet sector with an 95% market share (average UK site visits in January 2025), according to SEMRush. H Bauer Publishing are authorised and regulated for credit broking by the FCA (Ref No: 845898)
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1 month ago |
fleetnews.co.uk | Matt de Prez
By Matt De Prez | 11 April 2025 Dennis Eagle has introduces the Olympus Midi, a compact refuse collection vehicle (RCV) for the 12-16 tonne weight category. The 2025 Olympus Midi is offered in three variants with capacities of 9.8 cubic metres (OL-MIDI 10), 10.8 cubic metres (OL-MIDI 11) and 11.8 cubic metres (OL-MIDI 12).
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fleetnews.co.uk | Matt de Prez
By Matt De Prez | 11 April 2025 Renault has revised the model ranges for its electric Megane and Scenic E-Tech models, bringing lower pricing. The two cars are now offered in a choice of three trim levels: Techno, Techno Esprit Alpine and Iconic Esprit Alpine. The Megane continues to be offered with a 217PS motor and 60kWh battery, giving a range of up to 285 miles. The Scenic is now only available with the larger Long Range battery (87kWh), giving a range of up to 381 miles.
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fleetnews.co.uk | Matt de Prez
Audi may be a late arrival to the electric executive segment but the new A6 e-tron was worth the wait. It beats its key competion on price and range, comes well equipped and offers rapid charging speeds. Overview The executive car segment has traditionally been fought out between three major players: Audi, BMW and Mercedes. For the latter two, in recent years, their electric models have lacked a key four-ringed rival.
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Incredibly clever bit of kit from America arrived this week. Bluebus plugs in to the telephone and cd changer plugs on the X5 and makes it have bluetooth audio streaming via the original sound system. Basically a brand new car now! https://t.co/VfA13vuTSS

They are brilliant. I really need to use mine more. https://t.co/eCReBJbbv0

Literally any excuse to drive it 😂 Ps to all those people who said I should try one. Bloody hell, you were right. https://t.co/CTBtiHeF42

People buy a house in the middle of a city then demand sole use of the roads outside it.... 🧐

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