Pam Hanlon, Head of Sales at Paua

Fleet1000 speaks to Paua Head of Sales Pam Hanlon on simplifying fleet charging, scaling EV operations and why complexity has become the industry's biggest challenge. "The biggest mistake is treating every type of charging as a separate problem." Fleet electrification has moved beyond simply gett...

Five practical steps to simplify mixed-energy fleet management

Managing a fleet powered by both internal combustion and electric vehicles doesn't need to create additional complexity. Drawing on its experience supporting fleets through the energy transition, Allstar has identified five practical ways organisations can simplify mixed-energy fleet operations. Th...

Richfords cuts collision risk by 22% through driver-led safety programme

Richfords Fire & Flood has reduced its predicted fleet collision risk by 22% after introducing a driver engagement programme that combines telematics with behavioural science to encourage safer driving. The company, which operates a fleet of 53 light commercial vehicles, wanted to move beyond t...

Drivers fear new EV tax will add complexity to fleet mileage claims

A quarter of business drivers believe the Government's new electric vehicle excise duty (eVED) system will make claiming business mileage more difficult, highlighting fresh concerns over the administrative impact of the policy. Research from Venson Automotive Solutions found that 26% of drivers exp...

Richard Hipkiss, Fleet Operations: Visibility is the foundation of better fleet decisions

As fleet management becomes increasingly complex, Richard Hipkiss, Managing Director at Fleet Operations, believes organisations should focus less on reacting to operational problems and more on understanding the risks that create them. Speaking to 100 Trusted Brands in Fleet, Hipkiss says the most...

AI tools target smarter fleet operations on and off the road

Modul-System UK is trialling Workspace Intelligence, an AI-powered platform that analyses how engineers actually use their van load space. Using cameras to create a two-week heatmap of tool and equipment movements, the system combines this with job data to identify opportunities to improve producti...

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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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Driver Training by IAM RoadSmart

IAM RoadSmart, the UK’s leading independent road safety charity since 1956, is dedicated to creating better drivers and riders. With over six decades of experience, we have been committed to enhancing road safety through advanced coaching and educational programs.

For Small Independent Businesses. Elevate your drivers' skills with our practical on-road or classroom courses:

  • Empower and safeguard your staff
  • Protect your fleet vehicles
  • Prevent costly operational downtime
  • Boost your business reputation

For SMEs and Larger Business Fleets. We provide clear, cost-effective training and risk management solutions tailored for diverse fleets:

  • Ensure your legal compliance
  • Save time and reduce expenses
  • Identify and support high-risk drivers
  • Strengthen your company’s safety culture

For National or Specialist Vehicle Operators. Benefit from our specialised support, crafting programs to suit extensive or unique fleets:

  • Create custom training programmes
  • Enhance your team’s skills
  • Conduct training internally
  • Achieve esteemed Accreditation
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Salary Sacrifice Schemes by Knowles Fleet

At Knowles Fleet, we simplify your professional life with over 30 years of industry expertise. As your reliable fleet partner, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding results.

Being independent allows us the flexibility to collaborate with various leasing companies, ensuring you receive the best possible deals, tailored choices, and services that genuinely prioritise your interests.

Our attractive salary sacrifice schemes provide significant savings for both you and your employees. Employees can exchange a portion of their gross monthly salary for a new car, covering all primary running costs, thereby saving on national insurance, tax, and pension contributions—especially with low Benefit in Kind tax on electric vehicles. This arrangement not only favours your employees but also benefits your organisation by reducing national insurance and tax expenses, which you can reinvest back into the scheme.

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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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