Alan Thompson, Fleet Risk Consultant at Zurich Insurance

Fleet1000 speaks to Alan Thompson, Fleet Risk Consultant at Zurich Insurance, on driver behaviour, hidden risk and why most incidents are preventable "Most collisions are the result of poor decision-making and driver behaviour, rather than lack of skill or vehicle defects."   After more than 30 y...

Better Fleet: A practical playbook for reducing EV cost uncertainty

1. Start with your real operating profile, not generic assumptions Decisions are often based on averages rather than how the fleet actually runs. The starting point should be your real-world duty cycle – how far vehicles travel, where they operate, and how they’re used across the day. That includes...

Center Parcs launches Tusker salary sacrifice scheme following strong employee demand

Center Parcs has launched a salary sacrifice car scheme with Tusker after seeing significant employee interest in the benefit, with 19 vehicle orders already placed since launch. According to the company, 30% of employees logged into the scheme within the first week, with early engagement including...

UK public EV charging network surpasses major milestone

The UK’s public EV charging network has surpassed 120,000 chargers for the first time, with ultra-rapid charging continuing to show the strongest growth. New figures from Zapmap show 1,308 net new chargers were added during April, bringing the UK total to 120,388 devices across on-street, destinati...

Had a write-off? Rising £2.1bn trend puts EV repair and insurance costs in focus

A surge in insurance write-offs is highlighting a growing challenge for fleets as the industry shifts to electric vehicles: repairability and whole-life cost. A widely shared LinkedIn post from GreenFlip CEO Amandeep Kalra detailed how a minor collision led to a Category N write-off, despite limite...

Daf launches electric truck route simulator to assess EV viability

Daf has launched a new interactive Electric Route Simulator designed to help fleets assess whether electric trucks are operationally viable for specific routes before committing to deployment. The tool allows operators to input customer-defined routes and simulate range performance across Daf’s ele...

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Key2 Asset Management from Jaama

Jaama provides essential tools for strategic management of your fleet, incorporating drivers, vehicles, and other assets through our advanced software.

The need for modern technology to advance business operations is widely recognised. The challenge lies in identifying a software provider that utilises state-of-the-art industry technology. Jaama's next-generation systems are crafted to optimise fleet performance, enhance efficiencies, control costs, and mitigate risks, ultimately offering long-term savings and operational benefits.

Benefits include:

  • Secure System Hosting
  • No Hidden Upgrade Costs
  • Substantial Return on Investment
  • The UK's Largest Support Team
  • Industry-Leading Technology
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Business Breakdown Cover by The RAC

The RAC, with its heritage dating back to 1897, now supports over 8 million members, solidifying its reputation as the go-to breakdown specialists for both business and private motorists.

Our RAC Business Breakdown Cover ensures your company vehicles have comprehensive protection in the event of a breakdown, minimising vehicle downtime and safeguarding your business's reputation. This cover is vehicle-based, providing assurance that any driver of your commercial vehicles is supported.

  • Typical response time within an hour
  • Our patrols resolve 4 out of 5 breakdowns directly on-site
  • Exclusive van-for-van replacement service

Our European Breakdown Cover for businesses includes English-speaking incident managers available 24/7, ready to assist with roadside repairs, towing to the nearest garage, or repatriation of the vehicle back to the UK.

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First Notification of Loss by sopp+sopp

As a member of Activate Group, sopp+sopp provides its customers with the benefits of continuous investment and innovation in accident management solutions and fleet services.

Our network exceeds 340 approved repair locations alongside an expanding number of Activate Accident Repair bodyshops we own. This setup enhances our capacity and capability to handle repairs for all types of vehicles, including those powered by alternative fuels.

Our in-house FNOL service in the UK operates around the clock, every day of the year, providing immediate roadside support and ancillary services for drivers. The flexibility of our FNOL question sets allows for full customisation with integrations into industry-specific platforms and APIs that pull critical data from customer databases. This ensures fleets receive timely, accurate, and relevant data tailored to their specific incident management requirements.

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Fleet Management by Shell Fleet Solutions

Discover the advantages of partnering with Shell Fleet Solutions. Leveraging over half a century's expertise as one of the world's most extensive station networks, we've honed our services to meet your specific needs, positioning ourselves as your premier solutions partner:

● A comprehensive solutions partner for all fleet management requirements

● A legacy of trusted expertise in mobility solutions

● Ensuring your fleet and business are future-ready

We offer an array of Shell Cards and mobility solutions for medium to large fleets, customised to align with your current and future clean energy objectives. We define 'medium to large' fleets as ranging from 30 vehicles up to the UK's most sizable and intricate fleets.

Embark on a journey towards net-zero emissions by 2030 or sooner with solutions specifically designed for medium and large fleets.

Utilise the Shell Fleet Solutions’ four-step Accelerate to Zero programme to assess your carbon footprint and explore decarbonisation strategies. We're committed to guiding you towards net-zero emissions while ensuring your business remains profitable.

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