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 Deals: Four electrified options for you to take charge of

With electrified vehicle choice continuing to expand, this week’s Business Lease Shortlist looks at four different ways fleets can balance monthly cost, charging access, range and driver requirements. From a low-cost full EV through to hybrid and premium electric options, each deal has been selected...

Success Story: Bidfood turns loading time into electric-truck charging time

Bidfood has electrified its Slough depot using an overhead charging system designed to keep valuable yard space available for normal operations. The installation uses a 600kW Kempower power unit serving four charging positions, allowing electric HGVs to recharge while occupying existing loading bay...

EV pay-per-mile tax remains on track for April 2028

Electric vehicle drivers are still set to face a new mileage-based tax from April 2028, with the Government confirming further work on the scheme following the 2026 Autumn Budget. The Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED) is designed to replace some of the fuel duty revenue lost as drivers move away ...

London’s 2028 EV proposal could accelerate high-mileage fleet electrification

Transport for London is proposing that almost all private hire vehicles newly licensed in the capital should be fully electric from 3 July 2028. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles would receive longer, with a proposed deadline of July 2030. TfL is also considering a 10-year vehicle age limit and change...

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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Leasing by Lex Autolease

Whether you're looking to lease a single car or manage a vast fleet, Lex Autolease’s comprehensive suite of services ensures your needs are met with precision and expertise.

Business Leasing: Our diverse leasing options cater to every business requirement, offering contract hire, contract purchase, or finance lease solutions. Additionally, we provide a sale and leaseback service for businesses looking to convert owned fleet vehicles into a leased arrangement.

Fleet Services: With a fixed monthly fee, we offer comprehensive fleet management services, allowing you to focus on your core business activities. Our expertise extends to managing public sector fleets, including essential services like ambulances.

Personal Leasing: For individuals not eligible for a business lease or preferring a vehicle for personal use, our personal leasing options offer flexibility and variety to suit any need.

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MyGeotab

Geotab is globally recognised as the premier provider of commercial fleet telematics. We seamlessly connect vehicles to the internet, offering web-based analytics to assist organisations in efficient fleet management. Reduce expenses, maintain flexibility, and enhance your fleet's productivity with our top-tier fleet management software.

Control your entire fleet from a single, expansive platform with MyGeotab. Accessible in various feature packages – Base, Pro, and ProPlus – this web-based fleet management software consolidates all your vehicle and driver data, enabling swift, informed business decisions.

Suitable for fleets of all sizes, MyGeotab lays a solid foundation for business growth and operational savings. By utilising the Software Development Kit (SDK), fleet managers can tailor the software to meet specific requirements, enhancing the utility of their fleet data.

MyGeotab transforms complex data into actionable insights, helping businesses understand how factors like driving habits, time of day, and vehicle make and model influence fuel consumption. By normalising data into a uniform measurement, Geotab simplifies fuel management, allowing for easier analysis and decision-making.

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Business Insurance by Allianz Insurance

As a cornerstone of the Allianz Group, Allianz Insurance stands as one of the UK's most prominent general insurers. Established in 1890, we have a long-standing history of safeguarding individuals globally, ensuring they are well-prepared for life's various chapters.

Our buildings and contents insurance is designed to help your business recover from damage, loss, or theft affecting your premises, contents, or stock.

Whether your business is small or large, owning a building necessitates insurance against potential damage. Contents insurance is also crucial for protecting fixtures, fittings, and stock, ensuring replacements or repairs can be swiftly arranged in the event of an incident.

Claims can typically be made for issues including:

  • Fire, storm, or flood damage
  • Water leaks
  • Accidental damage
  • Subsidence
  • Theft, attempted theft, riots, and criminal damage

At Allianz Insurance, our mission is to offer robust protection tailored to your business needs, helping you navigate challenges and secure your assets effectively.

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Car On Demand by Free2move

Free2move, developed by the PSA Group, aims to revolutionise mobility services by offering a universal, all-encompassing solution.

Seeking a vehicle without the constraints of time? Our Car On Demand service caters to your medium-term rental needs without any commitment. Choose from over 50 models, with more than 2000 vehicles available within 24 hours.

Enjoy transparent pricing with no hidden fees – all vehicle benefits are included in one monthly payment without any long-term commitment.

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