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 ...

Public Charging Price Watch: app pricing widens the gap between tariffs

Public charging prices continue to diverge, making the way drivers pay increasingly important. MFG EV Power has made its 59p/kWh app tariff permanent from 1 October, compared with 79p/kWh for drivers paying by contactless or card at the charger. No subscription is required. That means a 60kWh charg...

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 ...

Autonomous delivery starts competing for the shortest commercial journeys

Deliveroo and Coco Robotics are introducing autonomous delivery robots into UK operations, beginning in Canary Wharf before expanding to Milton Keynes, Leeds, Stockton-on-Tees and Nottingham. The fully electric robots are designed for short urban journeys and operate at walking pace, while the roll...

AA puts vehicle downtime at the centre of fleet resilience

The AA has launched a new report focused on one of the most expensive problems facing fleet operators: keeping vehicles on the road. Its Keeping Business Moving: Minimising Downtime, Optimising Performance Yellow Paper argues that vehicle-off-road time should be treated as a wider business risk rat...

Business lease shortlist: EVs for urban use, mainstream drives, family duties, and longer range

This week’s shortlist groups together four full EVs covering entry-level urban use, mainstream company-car duties, family/SUV practicality and longer-range fleet driving. All prices are business lease figures excluding VAT, based on 10,000 miles per year. Offers can change quickly, so fleets should ...

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Fleet Management by Close Brothers Vehicle Hire

Close Brothers Vehicle Hire offers a comprehensive range of vehicle solutions including vehicle rental, contract hire, finance solutions, and fleet management services. As part of the Close Brothers Group plc, we are a leading independent service provider renowned for our impartial and expert services tailored to a diverse clientele including SMEs, PLC Blue Chips, and regional operators.

With years of expertise in commercial vehicle fleet management, we understand the complexities of managing diverse fleet sizes from single vehicles to extensive collections.

  • Modular Services: Choose from tyre management, breakdown assistance, and maintenance services to create a package that fits your needs.
  • Flexibility: Tailor your fleet management plan with our flexible service options, paying only for what you need.
  • Support Access: Benefit from both in-person and online support, irrespective of your fleet size or specialism.
  • Simplified Maintenance: A single point of contact streamlines communication, whether it’s for owned or rented vehicles.
  • Cost Management: Our transparent online information centre helps you manage costs and improve operational efficiency effectively.
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Fleet Solutions by Volkswagen Financial Services UK,

At Volkswagen Financial Services UK, our focus is on you. Whether it’s getting you on the road, keeping you there, or ensuring your safety along the way, we’re dedicated to providing the support you need.

As a versatile provider supporting all vehicle makes and models, we simplify fleet funding, particularly for electric vehicles, enabling seamless management without multiple contracts. Our Master Lease Agreement can consolidate your Service, Maintenance, and Repair (SMR) plans into one monthly bill, significantly reducing administrative tasks.

  • Business Contract Hire: Manage fleet costs effectively with low, fixed monthly payments and no depreciation risks.
  • Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Enhance employee retention by offering company vehicles through tax-efficient salary sacrifice schemes, simultaneously mitigating grey fleet risks.
  • Finance Lease: Maintain cash flow and avoid end-of-contract fees, offering a smart solution for fleet financing.

Volkswagen Financial Services UK is committed to delivering bespoke solutions that meet the unique needs of your journey, from start to finish.

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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.

Choosing the right fleet management partner is crucial. You need a trustworthy expert who will not only reduce fleet costs but also manage the entire process, bringing substantial value to your business. Fleet Evolution offers a dynamic approach to fleet management, whether you purchase, lease, or offer employees a cash alternative, ensuring outstanding service and significant savings.

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Fleet Management Software by Trakm8

Trakm8 stands as the pre-eminent provider of technology solutions in fleet management, insurance telematics, optimisation, and vehicle camera systems. Our avant-garde technologies are versatile, catering to fleets of any size and delivering transformative insights that bolster fleet efficiency and mitigate risks.

Our vehicle cameras are engineered to augment road safety and contribute to lower insurance premiums.

  • Connected Dash Cams: Demonstrated to decrease accident rates by up to 39% and speeding instances by 35%. The RH600 4G Integrated Telematics Camera amalgamates a vehicle camera with comprehensive telematics in a singular compact unit, available in single or double lens and with 256GB or 512GB storage options.
  • Dash Cams: The RoadHawk DC-4 Dash Cam, equipped with Wi-Fi and an optional rear-view camera, provides crystal-clear footage and accurate GPS data for unparalleled peace of mind. Includes a 128GB Micro SD Card.
  • Multi-Camera Systems: Our multi-camera systems for LCVs, HGVs, coaches, and buses eliminate blind spots and lessen road risks, available in four, eight, and 4G connected four-camera configurations. We also offer solutions compliant with the Direct Vision Standard and FORS/CLOCS.

Trakm8 is your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of fleet management and vehicle telematics, offering innovative solutions that drive your business forward.

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