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...

Business Lease Shortlist: four EVs for functionality, family and fun

This week’s shortlist focuses on four fully electric vehicles aimed at different fleet roles: long-range mainstream use, family SUV duties, premium all-weather driving and executive EV users. All prices are business lease figures excluding VAT and based on 10,000 miles per year. Kia EV3 Air 81.4kWh...

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...

Fleet software consolidation continues as Freeway joins Movement Software

Movement Software has acquired UK fleet-maintenance specialist Freeway Fleet Systems, bringing another established fleet platform into a wider transport-technology group. Freeway’s software covers maintenance scheduling, defect management, workshops and suppliers, parts and stores, purchasing, fuel...

ZEV mandate review closes – what fleet managers should watch next

The Government’s review of the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate closes on 23 October 2026, with potential implications for vehicle supply, discounts and future fleet pricing. The consultation is examining annual ZEV sales targets, manufacturer flexibilities, possible alternative policy approaches and ...

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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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 Consultancy by Grosvenor Leasing

Since 1981, Grosvenor Leasing has stood as the UK's leading privately-owned contract hire and fleet management provider, specialising in both cars and light commercial vehicle fleets.

Grosvenor Leasing hosts a team of seasoned experts ready to advise on all facets of fleet management, from tax considerations to technical advice.

Our comprehensive review service assesses every angle of your fleet operations, providing tailored recommendations to align with your goals, whether it's cost reduction, policy improvement, accident minimisation, compliance enhancement, or emission reduction.

While fleet consultancy can be a stand-alone project, often real-time, high-quality advice is required. Recognising this, we've assembled a panel of specialists accessible instantly via phone, email, or LinkedIn for swift support on critical issues such as compliance, CO2 emissions, taxation, legal matters, policy, and health and safety.

This approach ensures our clients have immediate access to the finest advice across a broad spectrum of fleet management aspects, making expert consultancy accessible to all.

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Vehicle Wrapping by Stewart Signs

Stewart Signs is equipped to help you plan, design, implement, and manage a targeted advertising campaign with vibrant, printed colour wraps that truly stand out. For operations after dark, our high-impact reflective livery increases visibility and exposure.

Utilising your fleet as moving billboards is an effective way to boost brand awareness and retention, helping you attract and keep valuable customers. This low-cost advertising medium provides a consistently high return on investment. We understand that no Fleet Manager wants their vehicles sidelined; our efficient application and aftercare services are designed to minimise downtime.

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Mobility Solutions by TraXall International

TraXall International extends its expertise across more than 30 countries globally, adopting a 'Local Management: Global View' approach to guarantee service excellence. This method ensures the satisfaction of local stakeholders, high engagement levels among employees, and efficient service delivery and reporting. We collaborate closely with you to craft a customised plan for your international fleet, offering a comprehensive solution designed to safeguard your interests.

Overseeing an operational vehicle fleet demands considerable time and resources. Our consultancy service aims to mitigate these challenges, offering expert guidance to optimise both efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Our solutions encompass a holistic view of your mobility and fleet strategy, addressing vehicle-specific queries and broader strategic considerations on an international scale. We assist in delineating your business's mobility objectives, advising on the most beneficial procurement strategies, and elucidating the implications of tax changes at the country level. Ultimately, our support empowers you to make decisions grounded in solid economic analysis.

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