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...

Motor insurance premiums forecast to rise again in 2026

Motor insurance costs are expected to climb by around 3% in 2026, according to new analysis from EY, as rising repair and claims costs begin to outweigh recent price reductions. The increase would add roughly £15 per vehicle to annual premiums. This follows an expected 10% drop in premiums during 2...

Geotab data shows EV battery health remains resilient despite rising fast charging use

New analysis from Geotab suggests EV battery performance remains robust, even as fleets increasingly rely on rapid charging and higher vehicle utilisation. Drawing on real-world telematics data from more than 22,700 EVs across 21 models, Geotab’s updated battery health study found average annual ba...

Carwow's lease deals of the week

Looking for a great-value lease this week? Carwow has lined up a mix of electric and petrol models offering strong monthly pricing, manageable upfront costs, and incentives that make switching even more appealing. Vauxhall Frontera Electric – from £147.76 per month One of the most affordable electr...

Grey fleet disruption costs UK businesses over nine working days per employee

UK employers are losing an average of 9.1 working days per affected employee each year due to grey fleet disruption, according to the Sixt UK Mobility Study 2025. The research, from Sixt UK, surveyed 1,678 UK adults who use their own cars for work and found that 75% rely on personal vehicles for bu...

Better Fleet: A winter downtime playbook fleets can actually follow

The most resilient fleets approach winter EV performance in phases, not panic fixes. Treat winter as a planned operating condition — and range loss becomes manageable rather than disruptive. This short playbook breaks winter readiness into three moments: before winter bites, during cold spells, and ...

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Electric 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.

The incentives for leasing electric vehicles vary, but the benefits are clear. Whether motivated by technology, driving experience, environmental concerns, or cost savings, there are compelling reasons to consider an electric vehicle for your next lease.

Electric vehicles attract gadget enthusiasts eager for the latest in vehicle technology, while environmentally conscious individuals choose electric to contribute to a greener planet. Financially, leasing electric vehicles is often more viable than purchasing, with lower monthly payments facilitating access to new technology and reducing emissions. 

The range of electric vehicles is expanding rapidly, including everything from superminis and family cars to luxury and sports cars, as well as people carriers and light commercial vehicles.

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Fuel Cards by Keyfuels

Keyfuels, a cornerstone of FLEETCOR, a leading global business payments company, serves over half a million commercial accounts across the globe, maintaining a presence in 23 countries.

Fuel management might not be within your expertise, so we've taken it upon ourselves to become the specialists. With over a century's experience in the haulage industry and more than 35 years in managing the UK's fuel needs, we're uniquely positioned to tailor the perfect fuel solution for your business, easing operational pressures and driving cost savings.

At the heart of our service is a commitment to closely collaborate with you to efficiently manage and reduce your fuel costs. We begin with two foundational strategies, tailoring our approach to fit your specific requirements seamlessly.

Direct Bulk Fuel Procurement:

Opt for sourcing bulk fuel directly from your chosen supplier, with the convenience of drawing on that fuel across the Keyfuels network. This approach is designed for businesses looking for direct control over their fuel supply chain.

Fixed Price Fuel on a Pay-As-You-Go Basis:

Prefer a straightforward, fixed weekly rate for your fuel that’s guaranteed to be lower than the standard pump price? Our pay-as-you-go model offers the financial predictability and savings your business needs to thrive.

Keyfuels is committed to simplifying your fuel management, ensuring your fleet operates efficiently while maximising cost savings.

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Octopus Electric Vehicles

Vehicles, maintenance, charging, and energy – Octopus Electric Vehicles will tailor an EV fleet solution perfectly suited to your business needs.

This is the definitive solution for on-the-go charging. Our sophisticated platform, coupled with our award-winning app, enables businesses to provide drivers with access to over 650,000 charging points across the UK and Europe, utilising the mobile app and Electrocard. The app is also compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, assisting in routing and locating chargers.

Furthermore, all costs are amalgamated into a single monthly invoice, allowing drivers and managers to bid farewell to the inconvenience of managing expenses!

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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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