Toby Poston, BVRLA Chief Executive

Fleet1000 speaks to the BVRLA’s Toby Poston on narrative, the uneven race to decarbonisation and what fleets need next "In a world of tariffs, new business models and new entrants, we as an organisation must be ready. We need the skills, the systems, the relationships and the resources to pivot qui...

The simple driving habits proven to cut SMR costs

Poor driving habits are quietly adding pressure to fleet service, maintenance and repair budgets, according to new research from Venson Automotive Solutions. The study highlights how everyday behaviours behind the wheel are accelerating vehicle wear and increasing downtime across fleets. Almost a q...

Turning fleet compliance into savings: how SMS Energy reduced risk and cut £19k a year

As SMS Energy’s fleet grew beyond 560 cars and vans, paper-based processes stopped delivering the visibility and control the business needed. Managing checks, incidents and compliance across a nationwide operation was becoming time-consuming and reactive, increasing cost risk as the fleet scaled. B...

Dealers cautiously back 2026 ZEV target – but warn used EV support is lagging

Just under six in 10 used car dealers believe the UK’s 2026 Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate target will be met, according to January’s Startline Used Car Tracker. The research found 57% expect manufacturers to hit next year’s 33% zero-emission sales requirement. However, confidence comes with c...

Better Fleet: A practical playbook for cutting through fleet data overload

The fleets that escape data overload decide what matters, simplify how they share insight and embed data into everyday decisions rather than resorting to collecting more data. This short playbook sets out what that looks like in practice, using real fleet examples to show how clarity is built witho...

Leasing.com deals of the week

This week’s Leasing.com deals show just how affordable new cars can be, with low monthly costs across electric and petrol models. BYD Dolphin SurfIf you want a genuinely affordable route into electric driving, the BYD Dolphin Surf is hard to ignore. Compact, simple and well specified, it makes a str...

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Ford Telematics by Ford Fleet Management

Ford and Ayvens, renowned leaders in global mobility solutions, have united to form Ford Fleet Management, offering unique and tailored services to fleet operators desiring customised solutions with minimal downtime.

Ford Fleet Management leverages extensive industry knowledge and a robust dealer network to guarantee vehicle uptime customised to your operational needs. This commitment is supported by our expertise in vehicle management, advanced connected vehicle technologies, and in-depth fleet management insights.

Understanding the costly impact of vehicle downtime, we focus relentlessly on keeping your operations uninterrupted. Ford Fleet Management utilises comprehensive connectivity solutions across all vehicle brands to reduce disruptions, ensuring rapid resolution times and providing suitable replacement vehicles when necessary under our service level agreement.

With Ford Telematics, we proactively monitor your fleet's health, scheduling maintenance and repairs to suit your business schedule, ensuring continuous efficiency. Should your vehicles require more comprehensive maintenance, we offer a diverse selection of replacement vehicles to keep your business moving without a hitch.

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Leasing Solutions by Affinity Leasing

As the foremost provider of flexible and cost-effective car lease schemes, Affinity Leasing limited cater to millions of members from the UK's largest businesses and organisations. With an extensive range of company car schemes and numerous registered organisations under our belt, we are proud to lead the market in leasing and finance, offering discounted vehicle rates exclusively to our members.

PCP: Personal Contract Purchase

  • Flexibility to Buy: This is our most flexible financing option, allowing you to purchase the vehicle at the end of your lease term.

PCH: Personal Contract Hire

  • Hassle-Free Leasing: Simply return the vehicle at the end of the lease period.

BCH: Business Contract Hire

  • Business-Focused Leasing: A comprehensive, one-stop solution for all business vehicle leasing needs.
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EV Charging by Eon Drive

When envisioning the future, the idea of altering our habits, making sacrifices, and aiming for sustainable goals can sometimes seem daunting. However, by working collaboratively, Eon Drive can simplify the process and make these changes more manageable.

Whether you require a single wall-mounted EV charger or a series of ultra-fast charging points for a fleet of electric vehicles, we have the perfect solution for your business. We offer a variety of charging speeds, price points, and installation options to meet your business's specific needs. Let us help you find the ideal EV charging setup for your enterprise.

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Driver Risk Monitoring by eDriving

eDriving, a subsidiary of Solera, is transforming global fleet safety by helping organisations reduce incidents, collisions, injuries, licence infractions, carbon emissions, and the total cost of fleet ownership with its innovative digital driver risk management programs.

eDriving's Driver Risk Monitoring (DRM) service delivers perpetual licence surveillance, offering unparalleled, year-round coverage – the definitive standard in licence verification. Unlike one-off motor vehicle record (MVR) checks that snapshot a single day, eDriving’s DRM service ensures year-long protection.

Benefits include:

  • Minimised Liability: Continuously safeguard against liabilities associated with employees driving on suspended, restricted, or expired licence.
  • Cost-Effective Risk Management: With 80% of driving risk stemming from just 20% of drivers, utilise eDriving's detailed data analytics to zero in on and manage your highest-risk drivers.
  • Lowered Insurance Premiums: Continuous MVR monitoring is essential for securing competitive rates from insurers.
  • Simplified FCRA Compliance: eDriving’s team handles all necessary communications, filings, and compliance requirements associated with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
  • Holistic View: The integrated DriverINDEX system merges MVR ratings with Mentor performance metrics, offering a comprehensive overview of driver risk.
  • Trusted Partner – Place your confidence in eDriving, your dependable ally, to seamlessly integrate and bolster every aspect of your risk management services. We’re fully committed to supporting you!
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