A bit behind with sharing this as the next issue is only a couple of weeks away. Anyway, quite a lot of interesting EV stuff here.
COVER - EV Fleet World Issue 3 | 2026
EV Fleet World Issue 5 2022
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Simon Harris
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Not that Simon Harris. Nor that one. Editor of Fleet World/EV Fleet world. Automotive market analyst. Chair, the Guild of Motoring Writers. Chair, Welsh Motoring Writers. Cars: Kia EV5 (on test); Mini Cooper SE (own); 1993 Jaguar XJ12 (own).
The first K13 Nissan Micra I’ve seen deployed for takeaway delivery. After the sterling service of the K11, and incremental replacement by the K12, this represents a momentous changing of the guard in the UK.
Tomorrow will be the XJ12’s 33rd birthday. It’s been treated to a new set of Michelin Primacy 5 tyres, and a fresh MOT.
I haven’t been here much recently. But you’ll see a lot more of me as I start promoting my book in the next few weeks.
Drove the new Mazda 6e last week on splendid roads in North Wales. Loved it. Report coming soon in EV Fleet World.
If the Mandalorian never removes his helmet in the presence of living beings, why does he have a moustache? Surely he needs to put a false moustache on the front of his helmet.
New Toyota Hilux 2.8 D4-D 48V Hybrid and Toyota Hilux BEV. High and mighty or strong, silent type.
Still making progress on my book about the history of the UK company car and the policies that shaped it. Last week I had a fascinating lunch with Ashley Martin, who edited Fleet News through much of the 1990s – and appointed me as a reporter in 2000.
The story about the phrase “throwing one’s name into the ring” reminded me of my pet hate of people saying “the proof is in the pudding”, when the correct phrase is “the proof of the pudding is in the eating”. I’m not a violent man, but I have worrying moments when I hear the former.
Armando Iannucci@aiannucci.bsky.social · 5mo agoI support the semantic reclamation of the word ‘humbled’, which is now routinely used incorrectly by people accepting awards or accolades. Humbled comes from the Latin ‘humus’, meaning earth or soil. It literally means being pushed into the dirt – a description of defeat, or punishment, not success.
Just letting those interested know I am now posting on Substack from time to time.
Simon Harris@simonharris.bsky.social · 6mo agoNew Substack: how some car brand spin-offs work better than others.
New Substack: how some car brand spin-offs work better than others.
The brand spin-off: an overview of divergent fortunes
Why some brand launches hit the spot, while others seem wide of the mark.
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I’m now on Substack delivering occasional automotive insights. If you like that kind of thing delivered to your inbox, go there and hit subscribe.
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Cutting through the hype around EVs, car values, and product strategy. Three decades in automotive journalism and valuations – now possibly writing what the industry doesn’t always want you to hear.
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Probably an illustration of shrinkflation, as well as gouging by Kraft/Cadbury and supermarkets. Three years ago the standard bag of Mini Eggs weighed 90g and cost £1. Now, it’s 74g and costs £2. The ‘family pack’ weighed 296g three years ago and costs £3. Now it’s 256g and £5.50.
Week one at Fleet World complete. Busy, messy, creative – and plenty of fun reminding myself why I’ve loved this industry for more than 25 years.
I’m looking at the calendar counting down to the end of 2025, which feels like a good moment to take a breath. To be honest, the period of sudden unemployment I went through this year was a bit of a shock to the system. It’s a strange, unsettling place to be.
What a fantastic night at The Guild of Motoring Writers Awards. It was a pleasure to see so many friends, colleagues and supporters come together to celebrate the very best in automotive journalism. 📸 Jakob Ebrey
Very pleased to have won Business Writer of the Year at the Guild of Motoring Writers’ awards last night…many thanks to the Guild and the judges. Congrats to all the other winners!
100 days ago, I discovered my role was being made redundant. Many of you will be familiar with that feeling of dread and upheaval that comes with career uncertainty. 1/4
Introduce yourself with 5 cars you’ve owned 1973 Jensen SP auto 1988 Bentley Turbo R 2006 Jaguar XJ6 2007 Seat Ibiza FR TDI 1993 Jaguar XJ12
Maaronweber@maaronweber.bsky.social · 8mo agoIntroduce yourself with 5 cars you’ve owned 1987 BMW 325i 1991 Nissan 240sx 1995 Nissan 240sx 2001 Acura RSX 2015 Fiesta ST
Reskeet with a time you looked cool.
David Quantick@quantick.bsky.social · 9mo agoReskeet with a time you looked cool.
I was very happy to offer my car market insight in this interview with Ennis & Co, on the importance of keeping residual values in focus for new brands entering the UK.
Residual Values & the Battle for Brand Credibility in the UK Car Market | Ennis & Co
Al Clarke interviews Simon Harris on how residual values influence brand credibility and success in the competitive UK automotive market.
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