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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EV Charging by Eaton

Eaton is a forward-thinking power management company committed to enhancing the quality of life and safeguarding the environment for people worldwide. We are driven by our dedication to conducting business ethically, operating sustainably, and aiding our customers in managing power—today and far into the future. By leveraging the global trends of electrification and digitalisation, we are expediting the planet's shift to renewable energy and addressing the world's most pressing power management challenges.

Integrate EV chargers to maximise the use of onsite renewable energy while managing energy flows and planning power capacity effectively. We support the construction, maintenance, or enhancement of facilities with an extensive array of EV chargers, power management systems, and sophisticated software, ensuring compliance with regulations, optimisation of earnings, and minimisation of CO2 emissions.

Following the acquisition of EV charging pioneers Green Motion, we offer a comprehensive range of AC and DC chargers, power management systems, and advanced software, catering from residential to commercial buildings and public parking areas.

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Business Vehicle Leasing by ICR Leasing

ICR Leasing is a fully self-funded leasing company, enabling us to offer funding to businesses of all sizes. Unlike typical 'tick box' approaches, we provide bespoke underwriting for our customers.

We offer an unlimited range of leasing products and vehicles. With our in-house funding and partnerships with some of the UK's leading finance providers and vehicle dealers, we provide competitive, bespoke, and flexible leasing solutions for all.

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Accident Management 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.

sopp+sopp has vast experience in assisting customers with de-fleeting, covering both owned and leased vehicles. We maintain strong relationships with the majority of finance and leasing companies, which aids in managing costs effectively at the end of a lease through vehicle assessments, repairs, and refurbishments, and acting as an impartial arbitrator between funders and customers. For owned vehicles, we maximise sales revenue through established processes with a wide network of commercial buyers or support sustainability by dismantling vehicles to reserve parts for future use in green initiatives.

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Accident Management by The AA

From our humble beginnings with just 90 members to becoming the UK's largest motoring organisation with over 14 million members, The AA’s growth is a testament to our enduring commitment to innovation and technology. From our first motorcycle patrols to pioneering 'connected cars', our history is filled with milestones that reflect our dedication to enhancing our services for you.

Accidents not only impact your drivers but can significantly affect your business. Our comprehensive accident management service is designed to simplify the process of getting your fleet operational again, ensuring it's as seamless and stress-free as possible, from initial notification to full resolution.

  • Manage all associated costs
  • Decrease vehicle downtime
  • Limit business interruptions
  • Boost driver efficiency
  • Preserve vehicle resale value with guaranteed, quality repairs
  • Save on administrative tasks (leave the paperwork and financials to us)

A dedicated incident coordinator will oversee every detail of your case, from repair work and insurance liaisons to legal assistance and recovery of uninsured losses, all delivered with the high level of customer service synonymous with our name. So, whether you're in contract hire, fleet management, insurance, or vehicle manufacturing, you can focus on what matters most.

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