Toby Poston, BVRLA Chief Executive

Fleet1000 speaks to the BVRLA’s Toby Poston on narrative, the uneven race to decarbonisation and what fleets need next "In a world of tariffs, new business models and new entrants, we as an organisation must be ready. We need the skills, the systems, the relationships and the resources to pivot qui...

The simple driving habits proven to cut SMR costs

Poor driving habits are quietly adding pressure to fleet service, maintenance and repair budgets, according to new research from Venson Automotive Solutions. The study highlights how everyday behaviours behind the wheel are accelerating vehicle wear and increasing downtime across fleets. Almost a q...

Turning fleet compliance into savings: how SMS Energy reduced risk and cut £19k a year

As SMS Energy’s fleet grew beyond 560 cars and vans, paper-based processes stopped delivering the visibility and control the business needed. Managing checks, incidents and compliance across a nationwide operation was becoming time-consuming and reactive, increasing cost risk as the fleet scaled. B...

Dealers cautiously back 2026 ZEV target – but warn used EV support is lagging

Just under six in 10 used car dealers believe the UK’s 2026 Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate target will be met, according to January’s Startline Used Car Tracker. The research found 57% expect manufacturers to hit next year’s 33% zero-emission sales requirement. However, confidence comes with c...

Better Fleet: A practical playbook for cutting through fleet data overload

The fleets that escape data overload decide what matters, simplify how they share insight and embed data into everyday decisions rather than resorting to collecting more data. This short playbook sets out what that looks like in practice, using real fleet examples to show how clarity is built witho...

Leasing.com deals of the week

This week’s Leasing.com deals show just how affordable new cars can be, with low monthly costs across electric and petrol models. BYD Dolphin SurfIf you want a genuinely affordable route into electric driving, the BYD Dolphin Surf is hard to ignore. Compact, simple and well specified, it makes a str...

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Business Contract Hire by Meridian Vehicle Solutions Ltd

Founded in 2015, Meridian Vehicle Solutions Ltd is an independent firm offering flexible and competitive vehicle leasing options on both fixed and flexible terms, without the hefty early termination fees commonly associated with contract hire.

Also known as BCH, Business Contract Hire is a long-term rental agreement that allows businesses to operate the latest vehicle models without the need to purchase them.

The fixed monthly rental rate under Meridian’s Business Contract Hire is determined for a specific period, ranging from 1 to 4 years, covering a set annual mileage, depreciation, interest, and road fund licence. This rate can also be tailored to include servicing and maintenance. For comprehensive business contract hire solutions, Meridian Vehicle Solutions is your go-to provider.

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Breakdown Cover by Green Flag

Green Flag understands the significance of your business vehicles, and we're committed to ensuring they're operational, irrespective of the driver. Our coverage extends to cars, motorbikes, mopeds, light vans, and motorhomes, whether they're privately owned or commercially registered across the UK.

  • Around-the-Clock Assistance: Benefit from our extensive network comprising the UK’s leading technicians, ready to support your fleet anytime, anywhere.
  • Prompt Next-Day Collection: Should your vehicle encounter a breakdown after hours, we guarantee next-day collection, transporting it to the garage without any additional charges.
  • Unlimited Call-Outs: With Green Flag cover, enjoy the peace of mind that comes from unlimited call-outs. Rest assured, we're here whenever you need us, without limitations – just ensure call-outs aren't for recurring issues with the same problem.
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Risk Management Solutions by sopp+sopp

As a member of Activate Group, sopp+sopp provides its customers with the benefits of continuous investment and innovation in accident management solutions and fleet services.

Our network exceeds 340 approved repair locations alongside an expanding number of Activate Accident Repair bodyshops we own. This setup enhances our capacity and capability to handle repairs for all types of vehicles, including those powered by alternative fuels.

sopp+sopp offers a 24/7 video monitoring service, which is technology-neutral, allowing integration with any existing in-vehicle hardware or software. Our team analyses footage integrated from in-vehicle telematics and camera systems to offer a proactive risk management solution. This includes incident detection, severity validation, liability identification, and driver behaviour analysis, enhancing incident context, data insight, and improving opportunities for third-party intervention and claim defensibility.

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Video Telematics by VisionTrack

VisionTrack is revolutionising the fleet, road transport, and insurance sectors with our groundbreaking approach. By harnessing AI video telematics, we're addressing complex challenges and transforming the management of road safety, claims, duty of care, fleet compliance, and operational risks.

Leveraging intelligent camera systems and our award-winning IoT platform, we're reshaping the approach to road safety, claims management, and fleet compliance. Our solutions enable fleet and road transport operators to reduce costs and enhance safety by swiftly responding to driving events and gaining a deeper understanding of fleet risks. Regardless of the size, type, or activity of your operation, our innovative technologies deliver tangible benefits.

  • Enhancing Road Safety
  • Optimising Insurance Processes
  • Streamlining Fleet Management
  • Ensuring Fleet Compliance

VisionTrack is at the forefront of technological advancement, offering sophisticated AI video telematics solutions that redefine fleet management and operational safety standards.

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