Alex Crane-Robinson of Webfleet on data, downtime, and using AI to its potential

Meet Alex Crane-Robinson, Regional Director UK & Ireland at Webfleet. Joining in October 2025, he’s brought more than 20 years of experience working across fleet management, SaaS and IoT. With fleet technology evolving so quickly, below Alex explains why it’s a really interesting time to be in ...

Where is your fleet wasting money? Start with this advice from Webfleet’s Alex Crane-Robinson

Most fleets already have enough operational data to uncover meaningful savings, but the challenge is knowing where to look. In the second part of our interview with Alex Crane-Robinson, Regional Director UK & Ireland at Webfleet, we explore the areas most likely to hide unnecessary cost, why do...

Success Stories: Dundee shows what an energy-first fleet strategy looks like

Dundee City Council has built a fleet-energy model that combines solar generation, second-life battery storage and overnight EV charging. Its workshop supports a fleet of around 750 vehicles, with almost 40% already electric. Solar panels feed second-life Renault Zoe batteries, which store surplus ...

Fastned offers EV drivers £25 charging credit as VAT gap widens

Fastned offers EV drivers £25 charging credit as VAT gap widens EV drivers can claim £25 of free public charging from Fastned as the operator highlights the growing cost difference between charging at home and on the public network. Fastned is offering £25 of charging credit across its 41 UK chargin...

How AI and connected diagnostics can help fleets predict faults and speed up repairs

  If reducing downtime is the objective, the challenge for fleets is increasingly how to turn growing volumes of vehicle data into faster, better maintenance decisions. Benoit Dessart, Head of BL Digital Solutions at ZF Aftermarket explains how connected diagnostics, AI and predictive maintenance a...

Business lease deals of the week: bargain hatchback or great value cruiser

Whether you're after a family hatchback at a bargain price or a great-value family SUV, we've found some tempting Carwow business lease deals to suit a wide range of company car drivers. Keep on reading to see how little you can spend on these three vehicles.  Mazda 3 | Prime Line 2.5 e-Skyactiv G ...

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Business Contract Hire by Adept

At Adept, we place our customers at the core of everything we do. Our professional partnerships with leading UK vehicle funders enable us to offer highly competitive pricing and superior service levels, complemented by proactive and personal account management. This distinctive approach helps our customers save time and money, allowing them to concentrate on their primary business activities.

Business Contract Hire (BCH) may be the ideal vehicle financing solution for your specific business needs, offering numerous benefits:

  • Reduced operational risk.
  • VAT efficiency.
  • Budget-friendly monthly costs.
  • Sale and Leaseback scheme.
  • Option to include maintenance costs.
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Fleet Management Software by FleetCheck

Whether you're a burgeoning start-up or a well-established national company, FleetCheck's fleet management software empowers your business to manage fleet tasks with unparalleled efficiency.

Regardless of whether you're new to fleet management or a seasoned transport manager, we streamline the process, eliminating the stress of compliance and the hassle of paperwork.

  • Non-specialist Fleet Management: If you've unexpectedly found yourself managing company vehicles and drivers, feeling lost amidst regulations or drowning in spreadsheets and documents, FleetCheck offers a solution. Streamline your processes and bolster compliance with our intuitive platform.
  • Dedicated Fleet or Transport Managers: If consolidating vehicle and driver information is consuming precious time, or if compliance concerns are keeping you up at night, discover how FleetCheck can transform your operations.
  • Businesses with an Operator's Licence: Struggling with fragmented fleet data across numerous spreadsheets? Engaging in DVSA Earned Recognition but anxious about potential oversights? FleetCheck provides a comprehensive solution to manage all your fleet data seamlessly.
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Business Insurance by Allianz Insurance

As a cornerstone of the Allianz Group, Allianz Insurance stands as one of the UK's most prominent general insurers. Established in 1890, we have a long-standing history of safeguarding individuals globally, ensuring they are well-prepared for life's various chapters.

Our buildings and contents insurance is designed to help your business recover from damage, loss, or theft affecting your premises, contents, or stock.

Whether your business is small or large, owning a building necessitates insurance against potential damage. Contents insurance is also crucial for protecting fixtures, fittings, and stock, ensuring replacements or repairs can be swiftly arranged in the event of an incident.

Claims can typically be made for issues including:

  • Fire, storm, or flood damage
  • Water leaks
  • Accidental damage
  • Subsidence
  • Theft, attempted theft, riots, and criminal damage

At Allianz Insurance, our mission is to offer robust protection tailored to your business needs, helping you navigate challenges and secure your assets effectively.

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Welfare Van Conversions by Bri-Stor Systems

For forty years, Bri-Stor Systems has stood at the forefront of light commercial vehicle conversions in the UK, leading the market with our customer-focused philosophy. This approach has enabled us to cultivate enduring partnerships with many of the nation's most significant fleet operators across diverse sectors. Annually, we successfully convert upwards of 8,000 vehicles and manage a storage facility capable of accommodating over 2,000 vehicles.

For organisations requiring mobile facilities for field engineers, Bri-Stor's welfare van conversions offer a practical solution. These vehicles combine portable messing facilities with the capacity to transport multiple operatives, ensuring convenience and efficiency.

Entering this segment with a 35-year legacy in commercial vehicle conversions, including experience in the rail and civil infrastructure sectors, Bri-Stor upholds the highest quality standards. Our welfare vehicles are designed for durability and reliability.

In collaboration with utilities companies, contractors, and rental firms, Bri-Stor has developed an approved range of Welfare vehicle specifications to meet various needs. From basic models to luxury conversions featuring an array of optional extras such as microwaves, PIR sensor LED lighting, and 4G Wi-Fi, we tailor our offerings to provide the ideal solution for every requirement.

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