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 deals of the week: popular hatchback or hybrid estate?

This week, via Carwow.co.uk, we've picked out three business lease deals to suit a wide range of company car drivers, from pure petrol, hybrid and fully electric powertrains. Each can comfortably tackle a long-distance commute as well as do it efficiently. Read on to see what could tempt you.    Au...

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...

Uncertainty over BiK rates delays salary sacrifice decisions

Uncertainty over future Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax rates is prompting drivers to delay signing up to electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes, as the industry calls for greater clarity ahead of the Autumn Budget (Wednesday 28th October). The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) is...

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 Software by Wialon Hosting

Wialon stands at the forefront of fleet management software and IoT, tracking over 3.7 million mobile and stationary units across more than 150 countries worldwide.

Our cloud-based monitoring system is securely hosted in our data centres, providing access to the Wialon monitoring system directly from your browser. Start your integrator business with nothing more than a laptop.

  • Free Servers: Our Fleet Management SaaS solutions are securely hosted in Wialon data centres.
  • Quick Start: The cloud service, along with any extensions, is activated within an hour.
  • Stability: We commit to 99.5% system stability, as detailed in our Service Level Agreement (SLA).
  • Security: Data safety is paramount; we store information securely in the Netherlands and the USA.
  • Convenience: Avoid the burden of a one-time payment, enjoying ease and flexibility.
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Fleet Management by Prohire

Prohire, through its Profleet, Proflex, Procare, and ProGreen brands, provides national, comprehensive, and customised fleet management solutions to customers across all industries within the UK and Ireland. Being OEM agnostic, we recommend and supply a diverse range of vehicles from all major manufacturers, across various weight categories and temperature regimes. We pride ourselves on delivering customised vehicle rental solutions that ensure industry-leading compliance and vehicle uptime.

Procare offers accident repair management, compliance management, and flexible maintenance services tailored to meet diverse needs. Our comprehensive approach includes regular inspections, preventive maintenance, timely repairs, and cost-effective solutions for accident repairs to ensure your fleet’s optimal performance and longevity.

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Targa Plexor by Targa Telematics

For over two decades, Targa Telematics have pioneered sophisticated technology solutions to enhance the connectivity of various devices and systems.

We specialise in IoT, Smart Mobility, and advanced digital platforms tailored for mobility operators. These platforms facilitate new, eco-friendlier, and secure business models, offering significant savings in both financial and human resources.

As mobility operators continually strive to innovate, the Targa Plexor hardware solution simplifies the integration with diverse vehicle models. It provides development teams with standardised data access through streamlined data streams and APIs, facilitating the rapid development and reliable performance of complex software features.

This hardware is enhanced with internal application and data processing modules, delivering superior results that outpace traditional devices. It empowers our clients to not only meet but exceed the performance expectations of their on-board systems, ensuring swift and effective software development.

Targa Plexor offers customizable functions to meet specific needs, allowing the development of unique products that stand out in the competitive Smart Mobility market.

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Fleet Management by Specialist Fleet Services Ltd

Established in 1992, Specialist Fleet Services Ltd (SFS) has grown to become a renowned contract hire and fleet management company, known for its competitive and flexible service offerings. Acquired by Paragon Bank, a member of Paragon Banking Group, in November 2015, SFS operates from Northampton, featuring an on-site workshop.

Whether maintaining vehicles directly or not, clients benefit from the full support and expertise of SFS. We offer a fixed-price, comprehensive menu of fleet management services, including:

  • Fleet management and scheduling
  • Servicing, inspections, and certifications (MOT, LOLER)
  • Breakdown recovery
  • Mobile engineer support
  • Fuel management
  • Staff training and TUPE transfers
  • Fleet support desk
  • Workshop Management
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