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: Four electrified options for you to take charge of

With electrified vehicle choice continuing to expand, this week’s Business Lease Shortlist looks at four different ways fleets can balance monthly cost, charging access, range and driver requirements. From a low-cost full EV through to hybrid and premium electric options, each deal has been selected...

Success Story: Bidfood turns loading time into electric-truck charging time

Bidfood has electrified its Slough depot using an overhead charging system designed to keep valuable yard space available for normal operations. The installation uses a 600kW Kempower power unit serving four charging positions, allowing electric HGVs to recharge while occupying existing loading bay...

Autumn Budget 2026: What's Next? Six questions the fleet industry needs answered

A predictable Budget has provided some welcome short-term certainty for UK fleets. But behind the headlines, fundamental questions remain about the cost of electrification, vehicle taxation and the future direction of the automotive market. FleetWise examines six issues that will shape the next phas...

London’s 2028 EV proposal could accelerate high-mileage fleet electrification

Transport for London is proposing that almost all private hire vehicles newly licensed in the capital should be fully electric from 3 July 2028. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles would receive longer, with a proposed deadline of July 2030. TfL is also considering a 10-year vehicle age limit and change...

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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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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Herd Zero

Since our establishment in 2014, Herd Group has expanded into a leading national supplier, crafting custom service level agreements to ensure our customers' operations run smoothly around the clock.

Herd Zero offers adaptable, scalable solutions with comprehensive fast-charging capabilities, supporting the UK's transition to net-zero emissions. We provide seamless migration to electric fleets tailored to your business needs.

Our Herd Zero team combines thorough market analysis with our unmatched customer care to offer optimal electric vehicle solutions, ensuring your business maintains peak productivity.

Need bespoke modifications like signwriting or specialised equipment? We tailor each fleet solution to enhance your business operations, with costs either integrated into your weekly payments or covered by a one-off invoice.

Let us know your requirements, and we'll ensure they are met with precision and care.

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Vehicle Movement by the Aston Barclay Group

At the heart of the vehicle remarketing sector, the Aston Barclay Group stands out, propelled by a team of distinguished professionals. Our mission is to redefine the future of the industry with superior results, innovation, strategic investments, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled service.

We pride ourselves on delivering efficient, cost-effective transportation solutions for the nationwide movement of vehicles.

  • Owned Transporters: Our advanced fleet operates with the latest telematics technology, ensuring continuous visibility of your vehicles in transit.
  • Employed Plate Drivers: Strategically positioned across the UK, our plate drivers are adept at both single and bulk vehicle deliveries, offering off-site inspections with instant appraisals.
  • Approved Contractors: Combining our resources with trusted national providers, we offer a tailored service capable of responding swiftly to diverse requirements across multiple locations.
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KINTO Share

KINTO delivers an integrated mobility experience, combining various transport methods and payment options into a single, inclusive solution — from car-sharing schemes to flexible car subscriptions designed for everyone, catering to all needs and capabilities.

With KINTO Share, experience the convenience of a Hybrid car without the associated ownership costs. Our easy-to-use service ensures you have access to the right vehicle for any occasion, available 24/7 at your fingertips.

For fleet managers, our telematics service offers a smarter way to monitor fleet usage and manage costs effectively, ensuring optimal fleet performance and efficiency.

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