Sophie Foucque, CEO at MICHELIN Connected Fleet EAA

Fleet1000 speaks to MICHELIN Connected Fleet CEO Sophie Foucque on data strategy, EV transition and turning insight into action "In any fast-paced, rapidly evolving sector that depends on continual innovation, having diverse minds is critical. Mobility cannot be an exception." French-born and now...

Better Fleet: Why EV reimbursement is still unclear for fleets

As fleets go electric, one basic question keeps causing confusion: who pays for the electricity used on business journeys, and how do they get that money back fairly? That’s what reimbursement means in practice. An employee charges a company vehicle at home or on the road for work, then the employe...

Europcar supports Camden’s EV transition with flexible van solution

The London Borough of Camden is cutting fleet emissions by switching a large portion of its vans to electric – without committing to long-term leases or outright purchase. Working with Europcar, Camden identified that many of its short-wheelbase vans could be replaced immediately with electric alte...

Fuel prices surge at record pace as diesel gap widens to nearly 30p

Fuel costs jumped sharply in March, with new data from the RAC showing the fastest monthly rise ever recorded. Diesel saw the steepest increase, climbing 40p per litre to 182.77p, while petrol rose 20p to 152.83p. Both figures break previous monthly records, with diesel’s rise almost double the prev...

The financial benefits of running a company van

  Volvo EX30 SUV becomes an electric van, by adding rear window panels and an internal fit-out. All the looks, only some of the cost! The case for a company vanFor business users, a van remains one of the most tax-efficient ways to stay on the road. Unlike company cars, the Benefit-in-Kind charge i...

Better Fleet: A practical playbook for fixing EV reimbursement

1. Start with where your drivers actually charge Before changing anything, understand what’s really happening on the ground. Are most drivers charging at home? Are they relying on public networks? Are rapid chargers a regular part of the job? If you don’t know that, any reimbursement policy is just...

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Payment Solutions by Paythru

At Paythru, we specialise in transforming the EV charging experience with our advanced, user-centric payment solutions. Our approach specifically targets and resolves the common pain-points associated with EV charging, ensuring a seamless process for drivers.

  • Mobile Applications: Our iOS and Android apps provide easy vehicle charging options, customizable with your branding and content management.
  • System Integration: Compatible with various backend platforms and open to developing new integrations to suit specific needs through standard or bespoke APIs.
  • Comprehensive Payment Handling: Whether opting for Paythru as the Merchant of Record for streamlined setup or processing directly into merchant accounts, we support all major payment methods including Google Pay and Apple Pay.
  • Advanced App Features: Features like private charger support, charger mapping, and navigational aids enhance user convenience. Additionally, our platform includes RFID cards and fobs for corporate fleet users, simplifying billing with clear monthly invoices.
  • Future-Ready Technologies

Constantly updating with new technologies, Paythru aims to integrate emerging solutions like Plug & Charge and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), staying ahead in the dynamic EV market.

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Vehicle Tracking by Quartix

The Quartix vehicle tracking system is currently operational in over 600,000 vehicles worldwide. Established in 2001 by four UK industry experts, Quartix has amassed over 120 years of collective experience in systems design, telemetry, embedded computing, communications, and database design and implementation.

Quartix vehicle tracking offers a comprehensive toolkit designed to enhance your fleet management, ensure driver safety, and bolster your bottom line. Our system is entirely internet-based, eliminating the need for additional software and allowing you to start immediately. It simplifies the analysis of your vehicle tracking data, generating user-friendly reports. These insights help you recognise your top drivers, understand mileage and fuel expenditures, and minimise administrative duties.

With Quartix, you can monitor your vehicles' live locations anytime, from any device. Utilise our real-time GPS tracking maps and postcode lookup feature to optimise efficiency, swiftly respond to customer queries, and efficiently allocate the nearest vehicle to a job.

Our tracking system records every journey, detailing start, finish, and idling times. Route maps reveal the exact paths taken and vehicle speed at each waypoint. A click further provides a Google Street View, offering a perspective similar to what the driver sees.

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fuelGenie+ Card

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+ offers all the advantages of fuelGenie, along with extended network access, additional flexibility, and more benefits for a nominal card fee. If you're new to fuelGenie, you're in for a treat with our array of benefits.

Our fuel cards ensure you're only paying the pump price, free from additional surcharges. With over 2,200 participating locations across the UK, including many Shell stations, monitoring and controlling expenditure is simpler than ever. Your drivers will have access to more amenities, allowing for convenient breaks and refuels. Plus, our app helps locate the nearest petrol stations swiftly, and our account management tools significantly ease administrative tasks.

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Tyres by Kwik Fit

Since our inception in 1971, Kwik Fit has continually strived to redefine standards of service and quality within the fast-fit industry.

The launch of our Fleet services in 1987 marked a significant milestone, establishing Kwik Fit as the preferred choice for business drivers nationwide. Our expansive network of locations, extended opening hours, expertly trained technicians, and exceptional mobile tyre fitting service set us apart as the undisputed leader in the field.

Supported by the UK's largest tyre distributor, we offer an exhaustive selection of tyres for cars, vans, and SUVs, ensuring the perfect match for any vehicle make or model.

As part of European Tyre Enterprises Limited (ETEL) and with a wholly owned network, our robust tyre stock positions us to swiftly respond to the dynamic needs of both the UK and broader markets.

Our extensive tyre range includes leading brands such as Continental, Michelin, Pirelli, Goodyear Dunlop, Bridgestone, Hankook, Yokohama, alongside a selection of quality budget options, readily available for your convenience.

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