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 Vehicle Leasing by ICR Leasing

ICR Leasing is a fully self-funded leasing company, enabling us to offer funding to businesses of all sizes. Unlike typical 'tick box' approaches, we provide bespoke underwriting for our customers.

We offer an unlimited range of leasing products and vehicles. With our in-house funding and partnerships with some of the UK's leading finance providers and vehicle dealers, we provide competitive, bespoke, and flexible leasing solutions for all.

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Small Business Insurance by Gallagher

Gallagher stands as one of the foremost global entities in insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting. Our dedicated team collaborates with businesses around the world to offer pertinent and influential professional advice tailored to the specific needs of each client. With over 90 years of accumulated expertise and a commitment to excellence, we navigate complex risk and human capital challenges to devise and implement effective solutions across various industries.

Gallagher’s range of standard and specialised insurance solutions caters extensively to SMEs:

  • Builders' Insurance: Comprehensive cover tailored for builders and building contractors.
  • Contractors' Insurance: Customised policies for independent contractors and sub-contractors.
  • Professional Indemnity: Essential indemnity insurance for professionals including architects, solicitors, accountants, and engineers.
  • Public Liability Insurance: Crucial protection against public liability claims.
  • Specialist Solutions: Innovative insurance products designed for the unique needs of small to medium-sized businesses.
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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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Charging Solutions by VEV-IQ

As specialists in the development and implementation of large-scale enterprise fleet solutions, VEV Services Limited are dedicated to assisting you in maximising the benefits of transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs).

Our expertise is underpinned by extensive experience in providing comprehensive, turnkey charging solutions. Our versatile software platform, VEV-IQ, enhances charger and energy management and integrates seamlessly with your current systems and data.

  • Centralised Fleet, Charging, and Energy Management: Our operator portal offers unparalleled control over your fleet, charging, and energy infrastructure. It facilitates the management of intricate organisational structures, diverse sites, and various energy assets from a unified platform.
  • Driver Empowerment for Efficient Energy Use: The driver app empowers your drivers to take charge of their energy consumption and charging expenses, providing real-time charging data, instant notifications, and a unified billing system across different charging methods.
  • Seamless Integration with Existing Systems: Built on open standards, our charging hardware and platform offer integration with leading fleet management and data platforms. This allows you to harness your data comprehensively and generate insightful analyses across your fleet.

Our approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to navigate the transition to electric vehicles confidently, backed by our expertise in delivering scalable, efficient fleet solutions.

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