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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Business Travel by Sixt

SIXT's corporate programme offers a complimentary sign-up for businesses of all sizes, granting access to the myriad benefits of a company car without a minimum purchase requirement. As a member, you’re entitled to reserve any car or class within our distinguished fleet, ensuring swift vehicle collection.

SIXT presents multiple solutions to make your business journeys more cost-effective and streamlined:

  • Self-drive rentals, private chauffeur services, or convenient carsharing for impromptu trips.
  • Select the ideal rental car enhanced by our digital tools, such as rental management software, complemented by exemplary customer support.
  • Collect your vehicle from accessible SIXT locations at global airports and train stations, ensuring you reach your engagements with ease and sophistication.
  • Embrace the flexibility to have a vehicle at your disposal, whenever and for as long as necessary.
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Fleet Management by Fleet Evolution

Based in the Midlands, Fleet Evolution has been a pioneer in flexible benefits and fleet services since its inception in 2010. Initially catering to smaller employers with fewer than 1,000 employees, we provide cost-neutral, flexible solutions tailored for organisations that found traditional employee car schemes too limiting or complex. Our innovation led to the launch of the UK's first electric car salary sacrifice scheme in 2012, demonstrating our commitment to accessible and sustainable fleet solutions.

Choosing the right fleet management partner is crucial. You need a trustworthy expert who will not only reduce fleet costs but also manage the entire process, bringing substantial value to your business. Fleet Evolution offers a dynamic approach to fleet management, whether you purchase, lease, or offer employees a cash alternative, ensuring outstanding service and significant savings.

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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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Fleet Management Software by R2C Online

r2c Online is a dedicated fleet software company that was established in the UK in 2003. Based in Sheffield, the firm employs a cadre of industry specialists who steer its innovative path forward.

At the heart of r2c Online's offerings is its core platform, a central hub that connects your entire supply chain. This platform enables seamless collaboration with your repair network on compliance and maintenance tasks and provides a comprehensive, interactive dashboard overview of your fleet's performance.

Core Platform 

At the heart of r2c Online's offerings is its core platform, a central hub that connects your entire supply chain. This platform enables seamless collaboration with your repair network on compliance and maintenance tasks and provides a comprehensive, interactive dashboard overview of your fleet's performance.

Digital Document Library

Ensure the integrity and accessibility of all fleet documentation with our secure, tamper-proof digital library. This feature offers a transparent and robust online service history for each transaction and activity, maintaining a single, accurate record.

Smart Scheduling

Efficiently manage your fleet's maintenance schedule with our smart scheduling tool. This system not only shares and updates live event schedules but also includes automatic reminders and a traffic light alert system to prevent missed inspections.

Defect Management

From driver inspections to workshop completions, our defect management system handles all aspects of vehicle integrity. Instant alerts for safety defects and compliance breaches help minimise downtime and keep your fleet on the road.

 VP Fleet Intelligence

Elevate your operational intelligence with VP Fleet Intelligence, a sophisticated tool that transforms raw data into actionable insights. This powerful solution helps identify and rectify fleet issues, enhancing overall performance and reducing risk.
 
Smooth Business Intelligence

Analyse supplier performance and optimise your operations with tailored, sophisticated reports. Our intuitive visuals help streamline expenditures and boost business efficiency.

Drill Down into Source Data

Get detailed insights with the simple click of a button; our system allows for deep dives into source data to enhance your understanding and decision-making processes.

Earned Recognition Dashboard

Designed with Earned Recognition schemes in mind, this dashboard helps you track your compliance against KPIs with an early warning trigger system. It also supports tachograph data integration for comprehensive fleet analytics.

r2c Online continues to set industry benchmarks through relentless innovation and a steadfast commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Whether it's through advanced defect management or strategic fleet intelligence, r2c Online equips fleet managers with the tools they need to succeed.

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