Rachel Beaton: Octopus Fleet’s energy advantage is helping businesses make EV charging work smarter

Octopus Fleet is bringing a fresh perspective to fleet electrification, combining the wider Octopus Group’s energy expertise with a growing range of services designed to make electric vehicles easier and more cost-effective to operate. One year into the business, Commercial Director Rachel Beaton e...

Simplifying fleet electrification starts with smarter integration and less admin

Fleet electrification has transformed the role of the fleet manager, bringing new responsibilities, more complex decisions and an increasing administrative burden. In the second part of our Fleet 1000 interview, Octopus Fleet Commercial Director Rachel Beaton explains how integrated services, centr...

Success Story: Calisen uses rooftop solar to tackle electric-vehicle downtime

Calisen is fitting solar battery-maintenance technology across its electric fleet to reduce avoidable vehicle downtime. The business operates around 350 vans supporting approximately 1100 engineers and technicians, with about one-third of the fleet now fully electric. It found that systems includin...

Government unveils tougher rules on private parking charges

Drivers will receive greater protection against unfair private parking charges under a new Government code of practice, which includes guaranteed grace periods and lower penalties for 'genuine' mistakes. The Private Parking Code of Practice, laid before Parliament on 20 October, will give drivers f...

All the cars available with the UK Government's Electric Car Grant

Throughout 2026, the list of electric vehicles (EVs) eligible for the UK Government's Electric Car Grant has grown, meaning fleets are being tempted with more makes and models as they're introduced to the market.  To meet the criteria for a grant, the vehicle must:  Be an M1 passenger vehicle Prod...

Better Fleet: Futureproof EV policy by managing rules like an operating system

An EV policy written today will change as charging technology develops, vehicle capability improves or as tax treatment can move. Employee charging patterns will change. New payment models, tariffs and infrastructure will appear. Or new HMRC mileage rates make a difference. The challenge for fleet ...

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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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Street Fleet

The shift towards fleet electrification is a tailored journey, unique to each business and its operational model. Transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) and integrating EV charging infrastructure is a phased process, critical for maintaining efficiency as your business evolves.

At Street Fleet, we bring together a consortium of businesses that are well-versed in the nuances fleet managers encounter as the move away from fossil fuel vehicles progresses.

Our ethos is grounded in offering data-driven advice and deploying necessary charging infrastructure for UK fleets, thereby minimising business disruption during this transition.

Street Fleet focuses on three principal services to facilitate your shift to electric:

  • Customised Fleet Advisory: Tailored guidance for transitioning your fleet to electric vehicles, addressing the unique needs of your business.
  • Fully Funded Charging Infrastructure: Providing essential EV charging solutions where they're most needed within your operations, without the financial burden.
  • Optimised Charging Operations: Enhancing charging processes to align with your 'business as usual', ensuring operational efficiency is maintained.
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Multi-Camera Vehicle Systems by RAM Tracking

Founded in 2004 by industry experts, RAM Tracking has established itself on the core values of exceptional customer support and technical innovation. With a formidable presence of over 105,000 GPS vehicle tracking units and serving more than 12,500 customers, RAM Tracking stands as a pioneering force in the vehicle tracking industry.

The value of visual evidence in disputing insurance claims or clarifying road incidents cannot be overstated. The rise in insurance fraud through unfounded claims by dishonest road users has necessitated the adoption of multi-camera systems by businesses to protect their drivers and assets.

A comprehensive multi-camera setup not only provides crucial evidence for insurance claims, particularly in the critical first notification of loss (FNOL) period but also monitors parked vehicles for collision evidence. Furthermore, internal cameras within the system offer insight into driver behaviour and distractions, allowing for timely interventions to enhance driver safety and performance.

With RAM Tracking, businesses gain a partner dedicated to advancing fleet efficiency, driver safety, and operational profitability through innovative vehicle tracking and multi-camera systems.

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Business Vehicle Hire by Pendragon Vehicle Management

Pendragon Vehicle Management (PVM) is at the forefront of providing comprehensive fleet funding and management services, catering to a broad spectrum of businesses. Each solution we offer is meticulously designed to meet the unique needs and requirements of your company, extending support to your employees through company cars and innovative salary sacrifice schemes.

The management of a fleet entails numerous challenges and demands on your time, areas in which we are adept at providing assistance.

Our comprehensive suite of services includes fuel cards, accident management, breakdown cover, and the option to outsource all administrative tasks to us. This approach allows you to focus on the critical operations of your business. We excel in maximising vehicle uptime through advanced software solutions, offering complete transparency. Additionally, our services are designed to help you fulfil your legal obligations, safeguarding your reputation and ensuring the safety of your drivers.

Services include:

  • Accident Management
  • Breakdown Cover
  • Downtime Management
  • Risk Management
  • Telematics
  • Maintenance Management
  • Fuel Cards
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