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Andrew Walker is part of the Northern Group of Motoring Writers and has been providing reviews on cars, vans, and pick-ups since 1991. He has contributed articles to various publications such as Fleet North, MSA Newslink, Health Fleet Management, Local Authority Fleet Manager, several Chamber of Commerce magazines, and numerous lifestyle magazines in the North West. In April 2010, he started Company Car & Van to cater specifically to small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) fleets, which play a crucial role in the UK economy. His all-time favorite vehicle is the classic Citroen DS, and like many automotive journalists, he enjoys the experience of driving both vans and pick-ups.

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Renault 5 E-Tech Electric

1 week ago | companycarandvan.co.uk | Andrew Walker

As someone old enough to remember the Renault 5 Turbo, the new all-electric Renault 5 brings back some great memories from the early 1990’s, when a neighbour ran one in dark blue. It was quick that’s for sure & whilst the new 5 won’t hit the same heights – you’ll have to select the Alpine version the A290 to do that – it’s retro design is still very appealing. We got behind the wheel of the R5 & here’s how we got on. Tell us more ?
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2 weeks ago | companycarandvan.co.uk | Andrew Walker

Ford’s first electric van offering the E-Transit launched in 2022 came with a 68kWh battery that’s good for 196 miles. Fast forward to 2025 & they’ve added an Extended battery version this time 89kWh which increases the range to 249 miles WLTP. We got to grips with the new model in Spain recently & here’s what you need to know about both E Transit models. What is it ? The E-Transit is large electric van that’s based on the Transit diesel.
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2 weeks ago | companycarandvan.co.uk | Andrew Walker

Whats’s new ? A new aerodynamic design for Renault Master means a fresh new look with a more curved front end & overall exterior that’s been designed & fine tuned in a wind tunnel. Trims & pricesTwo trims, Advance or Extra. Prices from £41,300, through £42,200 & £43,400 on Advance versions. Extra with the 170hp engine begins at £47,300. Body sizes & dimensionsRenault are offering three body sizes offered in two lengths & two heights.
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2 weeks ago | companycarandvan.co.uk | Andrew Walker

French car manufacturers continue to produce range-topping models, the kind of cars beloved by French Presidents & Cannes Film Festival nominees. The latest of these to land at CC&V Towers was the Renault Rafale which arrived in company car friendly plug-in hybrid mode. Renault have deliberately offered a PHEV version to make it a tempting option in the fleet sector & it’s here that we feel Rafale will have its greatest success.
Ford Transit Connect

3 weeks ago | companycarandvan.co.uk | Andrew Walker

Ford are driving ahead with their electric models, all of which we’ve driven & have spoken highly about. One new model that won’t be electric though is the latest Ford Transit Connect. The third generation is based on the Volkswagen Caddy a model not designed to be electric & one of the models jointly shared by Ford & VW under their ‘Project Cyclone’ development programme. Arguably, VW have been dealt the better hand utilising Ford tech on the new Transporter & Amarok.
Ford Transit E-Courier

3 weeks ago | companycarandvan.co.uk | Andrew Walker

A new version of Fords smallest van the Courier landed in the first half of 2024 & it’s just been joined by the electric E-Courier. Ford are banking on attracting more customers from the sector above, where currently the Transit Connect sits, many of whom need a larger van but not as big as the Connect as well as appealing to the ultra-compact van sector customers who may occasionally need more space. Tell me more ?
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N-Line S

4 weeks ago | companycarandvan.co.uk | Andrew Walker

Hyundai updated the IONIQ 5 recently a car we already loved adding bigger batteries & some interior & exterior tweaks. Here’s how we got on in the N Line S. What’s new ?
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4 weeks ago | companycarandvan.co.uk | Andrew Walker

It seems inconceivable to us but we first drove the latest Vauxhall Corsa in late 2019 just before Covid. Offered with purely petrol or electric drivetrains un 2024 Vauxhall finally added hybrid version which made its way to CC&V Towers recently. What is it ? Lifted from other Stellantis model’s the engine consists of a turbocharged 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engine paired with a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that has an integrated electric motor.
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1 month ago | companycarandvan.co.uk | Andrew Walker

What the world needs now is not love sweet love, but more affordable electric cars. Citroens all-new e-C3 is the French brands typically stylish take on a a value for money EV & CC&V had the opportunity to drive one at the UK launch & here’s how we got on. Tell me more ? The e-C3 is the fourth generation of C3 which in turn is the brands most popular model selling 5.6 million units since 2002 accounting for 29% of Citroen sales in Europe.
Alfa Romeo Junior

1 month ago | companycarandvan.co.uk | Andrew Walker

Alfa Romeo have an electric car the Junior, a five-door C sector hatchback that landed at our door in March. As a previous Alfa Giulietta owner I was excited at the prospect of driving one & I wasn’t disappointed. Tell me more ? The Junior is Alfa’s first electric model. It’s based on the familiar Stellantis e-CMP2 platform & is built in Poland alongside the Fiat 600 & Jeep Avenger.