Welcome to Business Car Manager
We’ve had a burst of new-car activity – and it’s all been good. There’s the new Vauxhall Insignia, for example, with Vauxhall ditching dull for something more purposeful. And there’s the announcement of the new Audi Q5, along with the Ford Kuga and Honda Accord launches. To keep up we’ve been revamping our Road Test tax quotes to make sure they reflect the new 20% tax threshold. And if you fancy a contract hire quote instantly, then try this new online system from Concept Vehicle Leasing – read the story here.
Corporate Manslaughter has quite rightly been in the news. A new Arval report suggests more businesses are taking the issue seriously. It’s something to consider if you’re deciding on cars or cash for your staff – as Robert Nugent discusses in our Advice Centre story below.
Ralph Morton - editor
HEADLINE NEWS
Out goes dull. In comes drama. And some. This is Insignia - the new name and new look for Vauxhall’s muscular-looking new Vectra replacement.
ALSO IN THE NEWS
This is Audi’s answer to the Freelander: the all-new Audi Q5 SUV. The five-seater Q5 joins the seven-seater Q7 in the Audi 4x4 line up. Is it worth waiting for?
From May you’ll need to use the latest CO2-based road fuel scale charges if you reclaim VAT for all business and private fuel. What you need to know is here.
New partner, Stephensons Solicitors, is offering readers the chance to stay ahead of employment law, as well as health and safety business car compliance, with a special deal.
ROAD TESTS
The Ford Kuga has been some time coming. But this compact Honda CR-V rival has been worth waiting for, says Bob Murray, editor of 4x4 & MPV Driver magazine.
Honda is planning to move its Accord into the premium segment with this all-new, more aggressive-looking model. Does it make the grade, asks editor Ralph Morton?
ADVICE CENTRE
What’s best for your business: providing employees with a company car, or giving them a cash allowance? Robert Nugent, from Anthony K Associates, weighs up the arguments.
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