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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Welfare Van Conversions by Bri-Stor Systems

For forty years, Bri-Stor Systems has stood at the forefront of light commercial vehicle conversions in the UK, leading the market with our customer-focused philosophy. This approach has enabled us to cultivate enduring partnerships with many of the nation's most significant fleet operators across diverse sectors. Annually, we successfully convert upwards of 8,000 vehicles and manage a storage facility capable of accommodating over 2,000 vehicles.

For organisations requiring mobile facilities for field engineers, Bri-Stor's welfare van conversions offer a practical solution. These vehicles combine portable messing facilities with the capacity to transport multiple operatives, ensuring convenience and efficiency.

Entering this segment with a 35-year legacy in commercial vehicle conversions, including experience in the rail and civil infrastructure sectors, Bri-Stor upholds the highest quality standards. Our welfare vehicles are designed for durability and reliability.

In collaboration with utilities companies, contractors, and rental firms, Bri-Stor has developed an approved range of Welfare vehicle specifications to meet various needs. From basic models to luxury conversions featuring an array of optional extras such as microwaves, PIR sensor LED lighting, and 4G Wi-Fi, we tailor our offerings to provide the ideal solution for every requirement.

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Rental Services by Zenith

As the UK's premier independent entity in leasing, fleet management, and vehicle outsourcing Zenith’s extensive experience has furnished us with unparalleled industry insights, ensuring you're exceptionally well catered for, no matter your requirements.

Boasting access to 300,000 vehicles across 1,500 locations, we're confident in our ability to meet your needs, whether that's for short-term or long-term rental, or any rental period that suits you.

We offer on-demand, nationwide access to cars, specialist vehicles, and more. Whether you need a vehicle for a day, three months, or longer, our approach to vehicle rental is straightforward, with transparent, uniform pricing across the UK.

Our online booking system is designed for simplicity and efficiency, understanding that time is of the essence. This is why we pride ourselves on industry-leading response times from order to delivery.

Expect comprehensive UK coverage with the convenience of home or office delivery, on-airport collection, and rapid delivery including the option to choose the make, model, and additional specifications. Our extensive LCV network also provides access to 4x4s, specialist modifications, custom conversions, and Chapter 8 compliant livery.

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Fleet Solutions by runyourfleet

Multifleet Vehicle Management is one of the UK's largest fleet management and leasing enterprises. Operating under the trading style of runyourfleet, we offer the most cost-effective and adaptable approach to purchasing, leasing, and managing all that is necessary for your fleet of company vehicles. With rich functionality, we support over 32,000 vehicles and 1,200 businesses throughout the UK.

You have the freedom to select the products and services you require and determine your expenditure level.

Opt to completely outsource to us or maintain control and gain from our cloud-based online fleet management system, which includes discounts and our expertise in managed fleet services. Utilise all of our services or just a select few—the choice is entirely yours!

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Wondle for Business

Wondle was designed to alleviate the stress and accelerate the process of returning leased vehicles. Returning a lease can be a challenging period requiring substantial knowledge, expertise, and time to achieve the most favourable outcome.

Wondle revolutionises this process with its innovative tool. Wondle offers significant advantages for your automotive business, enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Wondle not only simplifies the logistical challenges associated with vehicle lease returns but also provides a strategic advantage in customer engagement and operational efficiency for businesses within the automotive sector.

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