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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Fleet Management by Fleet Evolution

Based in the Midlands, Fleet Evolution has been a pioneer in flexible benefits and fleet services since its inception in 2010. Initially catering to smaller employers with fewer than 1,000 employees, we provide cost-neutral, flexible solutions tailored for organisations that found traditional employee car schemes too limiting or complex. Our innovation led to the launch of the UK's first electric car salary sacrifice scheme in 2012, demonstrating our commitment to accessible and sustainable fleet solutions.

Choosing the right fleet management partner is crucial. You need a trustworthy expert who will not only reduce fleet costs but also manage the entire process, bringing substantial value to your business. Fleet Evolution offers a dynamic approach to fleet management, whether you purchase, lease, or offer employees a cash alternative, ensuring outstanding service and significant savings.

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Long-Term Solutions from Europcar

Our comprehensive suite of global solutions caters to business travellers, providing effortless and straightforward options for vehicle rental both domestically and internationally. With our dedicated, customised services, we ensure that your car rental experience is seamless and transparent.

Europcar Long-Term Solutions deliver a convenient and stress-free option for car and van rentals ranging from one to thirty-six months — without any penalties for early termination. Ideal for businesses requiring long-term vehicle solutions without the commitment of a lease agreement, our flexible monthly rentals present a cost-effective choice for your enterprise. We offer an adaptable alternative to traditional leasing or fleet acquisition, marrying subscription benefits with the flexibility of short-term hire, all penalty-free.

Our rates are consistent, and we provide the latest vehicles on the market, ensuring they come with comprehensive maintenance and round-the-clock roadside assistance for predictable financial planning. As a committed low-emission partner, we also support your endeavours to reduce mobility-related CO2 emissions by offering electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles tailored to your requirements.

  • A viable alternative to long-term commitments of leasing or purchasing.
  • Rent monthly without any long-term obligations.
  • Explore electric vehicles within our range as part of your sustainability journey.
  • Vans & Trucks Solutions Tailored for Your Business

Whether you need a minivan or a Luton Box van with a tail lift, we have you covered. Choose from an extensive selection of commercial vehicles to suit your business needs.

Urban and Suburban Mobility Solutions:

  • Access a vehicle nearby whenever your business demands it.
  • Enjoy the convenience of flexible business van hire without any long-term commitment.
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Business Protection by LV

At LV=, we're dedicated to bolstering and safeguarding UK businesses by offering a suite of Business Protection products designed to provide essential support when it’s needed the most.

Our Business Protection services are crafted to secure your company's financial health against unforeseen events that could impact a business owner or a pivotal team member. Essentially, it functions as life insurance, with the option to include critical illness cover, for those who are integral to your business's success or its proprietors.

LV= offers a variety of Business Protection solutions tailored to your needs:

  • Key Person Cover: Offers a financial safeguard in the event of the death or critical illness (if Critical Illness Cover is selected) of a vital staff member.
  • Share and Partnership Protection: Enables business owners to maintain control of the company in the unfortunate event that one of the partners passes away or is diagnosed with a critical illness.
  • Relevant Life Cover (RLC): Permits businesses to provide a death-in-service benefit to employees, including salaried directors, as a part of their employment package.
  • Executive Income Protection: Delivers a monthly payment to the employer if an insured employee is unable to work due to illness or injury. These payments assist in covering the costs associated with an employee's sick pay, along with the employer's National Insurance contributions and pension scheme contributions on behalf of the employee.

Through these protections, LV= aims to ensure that your business remains resilient and secure, ready to face any challenge that may arise.

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Fleet Funding by Agility Fleet

Established in 2004, Agility Fleet has aimed to become the preferred partner in Vehicle Funding and Fleet Management for fleets smaller than 100 vehicles. Keith Townsend, the Chairman and CEO, leverages extensive experience in procurement and operations management to offer tailored solutions that prioritise customer needs over standardised offerings. This customer-centric approach is encapsulated in our name, "Agility", highlighting our flexibility compared to the rigid "one size fits all" models of our competitors.

Tailored Funding Solutions: Our goal is to identify the best funding solutions that align with your current business requirements, balancing benefits and considerations with integrity at the core of our operations.

Available Options:

  • Business Contract Hire
  • Business Contract Purchase
  • Short Term / Flexi Leasing
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