Alex Crane-Robinson of Webfleet on data, downtime, and using AI to its potential

Meet Alex Crane-Robinson, Regional Director UK and Ireland at Webfleet. Joining in October 2025, he’s brought more than 20 years of experience working across fleet management, SaaS and IoT. With fleet technology evolving so quickly, below Alex explains why it’s a really interesting time to be in th...

Business Lease Shortlist: four fresh electrified options for fleet drivers

This week’s Business Lease Shortlist brings together four vehicles covering affordable company-car EVs, larger electric SUVs, family-focused electric crossovers and a hybrid option for drivers who cannot yet reliably charge. All prices are business lease figures excluding VAT and based on 10,000 mil...

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...

New Government data gives fleets another reason to reassess EV-ready routes

The Department for Transport has updated its monthly public EV charging infrastructure data, providing fleets with a fresh view of how rapidly the UK network is developing. The October update forms part of the Government's faster indicators programme, using Zapmap data to track public charger avail...

Record EV sales make charging-cost visibility more important than ever

September delivered a record month for electric car sales, but the numbers also underline how quickly fleet charging needs to become more sophisticated. SMMT figures show 99,201 battery-electric cars were registered during the month, up 36.3% year on year and representing a record 28.3% market shar...

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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Leasing by Ford Fleet Management

Ford and Ayvens, renowned leaders in global mobility solutions, have united to form Ford Fleet Management, offering unique and tailored services to fleet operators desiring customised solutions with minimal downtime.

We offer a tailored fleet funding solution to match every business need, from small collections of cars and vans to extensive, complex operations.

  • Our contract hire option simplifies fleet management with a single monthly payment covering all aspects from acquisition to end-of-contract disposal, freeing you from the associated administrative burdens.
  • For businesses seeking additional flexibility, our Finance Lease options provide adjustable terms for vehicle retention and mileage, allowing you to customise monthly payments to fit your financial planning.
  • Confronting new challenges or exploring fresh opportunities? Our adaptable solutions are designed to evolve with your fleet requirements, allowing you to focus on your core business activities.
  • Sale and Leaseback options convert your owned fleet into a contract hire arrangement, releasing investment capital while avoiding the pitfalls of depreciation and fluctuating operational costs, allowing you to enjoy all the benefits of leasing without the traditional ownership drawbacks
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Leasing by Marshall Leasing

At the core of Marshall Leasing is our extensive background in fleet management and finance, which underpins our commitment to delivering customer-centric solutions. As the 22nd largest leasing company in the UK according to Fleet News FN50, our approach is fundamentally service-driven, a philosophy that has seen us achieve exceptional retention rates among both customers and colleagues.

A favoured solution for companies prioritising efficient time and financial resource management:

  • Simplified administration through outsourcing day-to-day tasks.
  • Predictable budgeting with fixed monthly rentals to enhance cash flow.
  • Exclusive financial and VAT benefits.
  • Liberation of working capital and eradication of financial, maintenance, and residual risk.
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Herd Connect

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.

We cover a wide array of services from vehicle procurement and ongoing maintenance to end-of-life processes like de-fleeting and disposal.

Our unique blend of industry experience, cutting-edge products, and competitive pricing is complemented by our exceptional customer care.

Fleet Management for Every Business Size:

  • Efficient, error-free fleet management is essential. For small to medium-sized enterprises, employing a dedicated fleet manager may not be cost-effective, yet managing a fleet is a significant responsibility.
  • For larger fleets, while the idea of outsourcing has been met with concern, it can actually free fleet managers from complex tasks, allowing them to focus on strategic objectives.
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MiSalarySacrifice by Ogilvie Fleet

Ogilvie Fleet stands as the UK’s premier independent leasing company, celebrated with over 20 customer service awards in the last decade.

MiSalarySacrifice from Ogilvie Fleet allows employees to exchange a portion of their salary for a brand new car that is fully maintained and insured.

Since the salary is sacrificed before tax and National Insurance contributions are calculated, employees not only save money but also acquire a new car at a substantial discount.

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