Alan Thompson, Fleet Risk Consultant at Zurich Insurance

Fleet1000 speaks to Alan Thompson, Fleet Risk Consultant at Zurich Insurance, on driver behaviour, hidden risk and why most incidents are preventable "Most collisions are the result of poor decision-making and driver behaviour, rather than lack of skill or vehicle defects."   After more than 30 y...

Better Fleet: A practical playbook for reducing EV cost uncertainty

1. Start with your real operating profile, not generic assumptions Decisions are often based on averages rather than how the fleet actually runs. The starting point should be your real-world duty cycle – how far vehicles travel, where they operate, and how they’re used across the day. That includes...

Center Parcs launches Tusker salary sacrifice scheme following strong employee demand

Center Parcs has launched a salary sacrifice car scheme with Tusker after seeing significant employee interest in the benefit, with 19 vehicle orders already placed since launch. According to the company, 30% of employees logged into the scheme within the first week, with early engagement including...

UK public EV charging network surpasses major milestone

The UK’s public EV charging network has surpassed 120,000 chargers for the first time, with ultra-rapid charging continuing to show the strongest growth. New figures from Zapmap show 1,308 net new chargers were added during April, bringing the UK total to 120,388 devices across on-street, destinati...

Had a write-off? Rising £2.1bn trend puts EV repair and insurance costs in focus

A surge in insurance write-offs is highlighting a growing challenge for fleets as the industry shifts to electric vehicles: repairability and whole-life cost. A widely shared LinkedIn post from GreenFlip CEO Amandeep Kalra detailed how a minor collision led to a Category N write-off, despite limite...

Daf launches electric truck route simulator to assess EV viability

Daf has launched a new interactive Electric Route Simulator designed to help fleets assess whether electric trucks are operationally viable for specific routes before committing to deployment. The tool allows operators to input customer-defined routes and simulate range performance across Daf’s ele...

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Fuel Cards by fuelGenie

Owned and operated by Worldline IT Services UK Limited, fuelGenie collaborates with leading retailers like Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, and Shell to offer comprehensive business fuel card solutions. With a solid history spanning 17 years, we have been the backbone of fuel card programmes for the UK's foremost supermarkets.

fuelGenie revolutionises fuel management for UK businesses with its cost-free approach. Our fuel cards come without the usual fees — no issuance fee, no usage charges, and absolutely no surcharges or minimum spend requirements. Businesses pay only the pump price and receive a consolidated, user-friendly invoice for all fuelGenie account transactions. And the best part? It's perpetually free, not just for the first year.

Benefits include:

  • Control over drivers' spending and refuelling locations, enhancing time and cost efficiency.
  • A competitive credit facility.
  • Reduction of paperwork and administrative efforts typically associated with mileage claims.
  • fuelGenie fuel cards issue automatic receipts with HMRC-approved VAT breakdowns, enabling you to reclaim 100% of business fuel VAT.
  • Detailed, easily accessible reports to monitor usage and expenses.
  • Greater accuracy, control, and security compared to traditional credit cards or reimbursement schemes.
  • Opportunity to collect points on Tesco Clubcard, Morrisons More Card, and Nectar card at Sainsbury’s.
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Grey Fleet Monitoring by RED Driver Training

RED driver training courses are meticulously designed to elevate your employees to higher standards of safety and efficiency behind the wheel. Our curriculum spans a vast array of subjects, including defensive driving techniques, proper vehicle upkeep, licence verification, and acquisition.

Managing a grey fleet — permitting employees to use their personal vehicles for business purposes — is an effective strategy, provided there's diligent oversight regarding the health and maintenance of these vehicles.

This approach can significantly lower costs compared to maintaining a company-owned fleet and eliminates the initial outlay for purchasing or leasing vehicles.

A well-managed grey fleet can offer substantial advantages over company-owned vehicle management. However, without proper management, a grey fleet may present challenges not typically associated with company-owned fleets. Encouraging drivers to utilise their personal vehicles for business travel can offer a more cost-efficient solution for smaller, low-mileage organisations than operating a fleet of company vehicles.

Our grey fleet management service ensures you harness these benefits effectively, maintaining the balance between cost-efficiency and fleet safety.

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MiSalarySacrifice by Ogilvie Fleet

Ogilvie Fleet stands as the UK’s premier independent leasing company, celebrated with over 20 customer service awards in the last decade.

MiSalarySacrifice from Ogilvie Fleet allows employees to exchange a portion of their salary for a brand new car that is fully maintained and insured.

Since the salary is sacrificed before tax and National Insurance contributions are calculated, employees not only save money but also acquire a new car at a substantial discount.

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KINTO Go

KINTO delivers an integrated mobility experience, combining various transport methods and payment options into a single, inclusive solution — from car-sharing schemes to flexible car subscriptions designed for everyone, catering to all needs and capabilities.

KINTO Go merges public transport and contemporary mobility solutions, facilitating effortless urban and suburban travel. Catering to both corporate and personal needs, KINTO Go saves you time and money, making every journey smooth and cost-effective, whether you're booking a taxi, renting a bike, or purchasing public transport tickets.

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