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  Jaguar XF gets business edition model
  Two new models have been added to the Jaguar XF range, the SE Business and Sport. While the SE Business model may sound like it’s a dedicated company car model, you...
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  What is fair wear and tear?
  Nobody can expect a car to be in perfect condition after three years of ownership, but leasing companies will charge if they think your company car is damaged beyond reasonable...
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  BMW 3 Series - company car hero
  The BMW 3 Series is one of the most popular company cars around right now, and in 2012 there’s a new one coming. Although we haven’t driven it yet there are...
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  Audi A1 Sportback 1.6 Sport road test
  So you need a frugal, affordable small car but you’d like a premium badge? Look no further than the Audi A1 Sportback. Powered by the 103bhp 1.6TDI diesel engine, the Sportback...
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  The London Congestion Charge
  Note: follow this link for Congestion Charge increase as of June 16, 2014. We bring you a guide to London’s Congestion Charge, including where you’ll be charged, how you pay, how...
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  Electric Skoda Octavia driven
  Electric vehicles are in their infancy at present and although they are still a rarity on Britain’s roads Skoda has decided it wants a piece that particular pie. Nissan’s LEAF is probably the best-known...
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  Lower company car tax for Jag XF
  Jaguar has introduced a new lower-powered diesel engine which will help cut company car tax. Before you run off getting too excited though, company car drivers are hardly going to experience...
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  Company car choice: BMW 1 Series 116d Performance Edition
  Following its refresh in 2011 the BMW 1 Series was the second best-selling BMW in the fleet arena. In the past there were a few issues with the 1 Series. The ride...
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  Astra and Insignia get fleet-focused trim
  Vauxhall has announced a new trim level for the Astra and Insignia which will appeal specifically to company car drivers. Dubbed ‘Techline’, the new spec promises low P11d values, which means agreeable benefit-in-kind costs too....
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  Top five small 4x4s
  Although we’ve had a relatively warm winter so far, there’s always the chance that we could suffer a random spell of snow or bad weather. Even if we don’t, a 4x4...
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  Which Astra GTC should you order?
  A few months ago we tested the most impressive Astra in the range, the three-door GTC. We suspect it would make an excellent company car, but as with most Vauxhalls these...
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  Lower costs for upgraded Mazda3
  Mazda’s latest diesel 3 models now cost less for company car drivers. The Japanese firm has added the 1.6-litre Sport Diesel while making upgrades to the two 2.2-litre Sport diesel options to...
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  Top five decent-looking diesels
  Company car drivers can be a fickle bunch. They’re after low BIK bills but that doesn’t mean to say they want cars that simply blend in. Well worry not, because here...
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  Renault makes big cuts to boost profits
  It’s all change for Renault as the French firm is due to cut five of its models, including the Laguna, to make way for new products. Essentially, it’s out with the...
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  Fiat Panda road test
  The third generation of the Fiat Panda has arrived but does it make any sense as a company car? It’s up against strong competition with rivals including the Ford KA, SEAT’s...
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  Audi A5 Sportback 2.0 TDI S-Line road test
  A standard saloon is starting to become rather passe as savvy, style-conscious company car drivers look, not only for a model that’s fit for purpose, but for something that isn’t...
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  Suzuki Kizashi road test
  Suzuki is entering uncharted territory with its new Kizashi four-door saloon. Traditionally, the Japanese manufacturer has excelled with smaller cars such as the Swift and Splash hatchbacks and 4x4s such as...
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  Your views: removing the 3% diesel levy
  Last week we asked whether you agree with ACFO’s view that the 3% diesel levy on benefit-in-kind taxation should be scrapped. We had several responses and it seems this is a hot topic....
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  Top 5 low-tax hatchbacks
  Everyone wants to save money, and one of the easiest ways to do this is to choose a car that doesn’t cost the earth to run. Since one of the biggest...
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  Volvo reveals more Plug-in Hybrid details
  Volvo has released further details on pricing and specification for the all-new V60 plug-in Hybrid. The company car sector is set to be a big market for the new model, with...