Sophie Foucque, CEO at MICHELIN Connected Fleet EAA

Fleet1000 speaks to MICHELIN Connected Fleet CEO Sophie Foucque on data strategy, EV transition and turning insight into action "In any fast-paced, rapidly evolving sector that depends on continual innovation, having diverse minds is critical. Mobility cannot be an exception." French-born and now...

Better Fleet: Why EV reimbursement is still unclear for fleets

As fleets go electric, one basic question keeps causing confusion: who pays for the electricity used on business journeys, and how do they get that money back fairly? That’s what reimbursement means in practice. An employee charges a company vehicle at home or on the road for work, then the employe...

AA-Rightcharge trial shows fleets can cut EV charging costs by up to 35%

A pilot with The AA is showing how fleets can reduce public EV charging costs without adding complexity for drivers. Working with Rightcharge, the AA has tested a new multi-network ‘Gold Card’ designed to simplify access to public charging while lowering costs. Early results suggest savings of up t...

When your vehicle changes overnight: how fleets can manage OTA updates

Association of Fleet Professionals has raised concerns about over-the-air (OTA) updates reducing vehicle performance – but for fleets, the bigger issue is control. The issue was discussed at a recent AFP Megafleets Committee meeting, where operators reported instances of vehicle capabilities changi...

Activ8 Solar Energies improves operational efficiency and driver performance with Radius

Active8 Solar Energies is one of Ireland’s leading renewable energy specialists, supplying and installing solar panel systems to commercial and residential sites around Ireland, the UK, and Europe. It’s a fleet of 83 light commercial vehicles (LCVs) are used by installers on a daily basis. With a la...

BVRLA quarterly report: key takeaways as leasing passes 2 million vehicles

The UK leasing market has passed two million vehicles for the first time, according to the latest data from BVRLA – but the headline growth comes with some clear trade-offs. The fleet grew 12.9% year-on-year, with business contract hire up 10%. The standout figure is salary sacrifice, which...

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Fleet Finance by Toomey Leasing Group

As a fully-owned subsidiary of the privately-owned MJT Securities Limited, Toomey Leasing Group stands as one of the UK’s largest independent business vehicle leasing companies. Our deep-rooted, family-owned origins prioritise personal relationships, which is fundamental in fostering enduring connections with our customers.

Toomey Leasing Group offers a variety of fleet finance solutions to perfectly align with your business requirements. We provide numerous leasing options across different suppliers, specialising in fleet leasing solutions for SMEs, catering to fleets ranging from a single vehicle to over a hundred.

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Grey Fleet Management by Fleet Evolution

Based in the Midlands, Fleet Evolution has been a pioneer in flexible benefits and fleet services since its inception in 2010. Initially catering to smaller employers with fewer than 1,000 employees, we provide cost-neutral, flexible solutions tailored for organisations that found traditional employee car schemes too limiting or complex. Our innovation led to the launch of the UK's first electric car salary sacrifice scheme in 2012, demonstrating our commitment to accessible and sustainable fleet solutions.

The term 'grey fleet' refers to employees who use their own vehicles for company business. Under legislation, your responsibilities towards employees, customers, and the public extend to all work activities, including the use of personal vehicles. Managing a grey fleet can be complex due to the lack of visibility over the size, composition, and maintenance of these vehicles.

Fleet Evolution simplifies grey fleet management through various strategies, from cash-for-car schemes with strict guidelines to incorporating regular users into company cars or salary sacrifice schemes, all providing significant financial benefits for both employer and employee.

We offer comprehensive services for grey fleet management:

  • Policy Setup: Establishing clear operating rules for using personal vehicles.
  • Vehicle Regulations: Guidelines on permissible vehicle types, including maximum age limits.
  • Enforcement and Documentation: Managing everything from service confirmations to license checks and insurance verification.
  • Online Tools: Ensuring drivers regularly inspect their vehicles in line with the Highway Code.
  • Regular Communication: Engaging with drivers to explore more beneficial arrangements, such as transitioning to salary sacrifice schemes.
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Fleet Management by Specialist Fleet Services Ltd

Established in 1992, Specialist Fleet Services Ltd (SFS) has grown to become a renowned contract hire and fleet management company, known for its competitive and flexible service offerings. Acquired by Paragon Bank, a member of Paragon Banking Group, in November 2015, SFS operates from Northampton, featuring an on-site workshop.

Whether maintaining vehicles directly or not, clients benefit from the full support and expertise of SFS. We offer a fixed-price, comprehensive menu of fleet management services, including:

  • Fleet management and scheduling
  • Servicing, inspections, and certifications (MOT, LOLER)
  • Breakdown recovery
  • Mobile engineer support
  • Fuel management
  • Staff training and TUPE transfers
  • Fleet support desk
  • Workshop Management
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Fleet Software Volteum

Volteum offers the world’s premier software solutions for electrification and electric vehicle (EV) fleet management, enabling companies to make well-informed decisions throughout their transition to electric vehicles.

As a distinguished provider in electric mobility solutions, Volteum delivers data-driven, intuitive tools that facilitate a seamless switch to electric fleets for businesses. Our commitment to advancing sustainable transportation continues to be the cornerstone of our growth and operations.

We tailor our solution delivery through various channels to ensure an ideal fit for your business requirements. Volteum’s software can seamlessly integrate as an application within existing telematics systems, utilising the user interface (UI) provided by the partner company.

Alternatively, Volteum can connect via API to your current telematics provider or fleet management software. Our comprehensive API documentation is available should you wish to explore our capabilities in detail.

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