Volkswagen ID Polo brings electric power to a fleet staple with sub €25,000 target

Volkswagen ID Polo brings electric power to a fleet staple with sub €25,000 target

John Sootheran

Volkswagen has unveiled the new ID Polo, bringing one of the UK’s most familiar fleet cars into the electric market with a starting price of under €25,000 in Germany.

Volkswagen ID Polo brings electric power to a fleet staple with sub €25,000 target

Review
John Sootheran

Volkswagen has unveiled the new ID Polo, bringing one of the UK’s most familiar fleet cars into the electric market with a starting price of under €25,000 in Germany.

BMW 7 Series update brings 450 mile range and major interior overhaul

BMW 7 Series update brings 450 mile range and major interior overhaul

John Sootheran

BMW has revealed a heavily updated 7 Series and i7, introducing significant changes to design, technology and electric range ahead of UK arrivals later this year.

BMW 7 Series update brings 450 mile range and major interior overhaul

Review
John Sootheran

BMW has revealed a heavily updated 7 Series and i7, introducing significant changes to design, technology and electric range ahead of UK arrivals later this year.

Aion V is the latest Chinese EV launch

Aion V is the latest Chinese EV launch

John Sootheran

It's not the cheapest of the lot, but it comes with an eight year, fleet confidence-building ownership package.

Aion V is the latest Chinese EV launch

Review
John Sootheran

It's not the cheapest of the lot, but it comes with an eight year, fleet confidence-building ownership package.

BYD Atto 3 update signals next phase of EV charging and usability

BYD Atto 3 update signals next phase of EV charging and usability

John Sootheran

BYD has revealed the next generation Atto 3, introducing new rapid charging technology and a significant boost in practicality as the brand continues to push into the mainstream EV market.

BYD Atto 3 update signals next phase of EV charging and usability

Review
John Sootheran

BYD has revealed the next generation Atto 3, introducing new rapid charging technology and a significant boost in practicality as the brand continues to push into the mainstream EV market.

Cupra Raval pricing confirmed and it might be more affordable than you expected

Cupra Raval pricing confirmed and it might be more affordable than you expected

John Sootheran

Cupra has confirmed UK pricing for the new Raval, with the compact electric hatchback set to start from £23,785 when it arrives this summer.

Cupra Raval pricing confirmed and it might be more affordable than you expected

Review
John Sootheran

Cupra has confirmed UK pricing for the new Raval, with the compact electric hatchback set to start from £23,785 when it arrives this summer.

Audi Q4 e-tron update improves range and tech, but pricing still to be confirmed

Audi Q4 e-tron update improves range and tech, but pricing still to be confirmed

John Sootheran

Audi has refreshed the Q4 e-tron with improved efficiency, updated interior technology and a revised line-up, as it looks to maintain its position in the core fleet EV segment.

Audi Q4 e-tron update improves range and tech, but pricing still to be confirmed

Review
John Sootheran

Audi has refreshed the Q4 e-tron with improved efficiency, updated interior technology and a revised line-up, as it looks to maintain its position in the core fleet EV segment.

Geely EX5 Ultra adds range – but does it change the fleet equation?

Geely EX5 Ultra adds range – but does it change the fleet equation?

John Sootheran

Geely has expanded its EX5 line-up with a new Ultra model, bringing a modest range increase and a slight repositioning for fleet buyers.

Geely EX5 Ultra adds range – but does it change the fleet equation?

Review
John Sootheran

Geely has expanded its EX5 line-up with a new Ultra model, bringing a modest range increase and a slight repositioning for fleet buyers.

Carwow's lease deals of the week

Carwow's lease deals of the week

John Sootheran

Carwow's latest set of lease deals is a mix of budget-friendly hatchbacks, emerging SUV options, and one of the most competitively priced EVs currently on the market.

Carwow's lease deals of the week

Review
John Sootheran

Carwow's latest set of lease deals is a mix of budget-friendly hatchbacks, emerging SUV options, and one of the most competitively priced EVs currently on the market.

Six questions fleets should be asking to actually reduce risk

Six questions fleets should be asking to actually reduce risk

John Sootheran

Are your fleet partners helping you reduce risk – or just helping you stay compliant?

Six questions fleets should be asking to actually reduce risk

Insights
John Sootheran

Are your fleet partners helping you reduce risk – or just helping you stay compliant?

Alan Thompson, Fleet Risk Consultant at Zurich Insurance

Alan Thompson, Fleet Risk Consultant at Zurich Insurance

John Sootheran

Fleet1000 speaks to Alan Thompson, Fleet Risk Consultant at Zurich Insurance, on driver behaviour, hidden risk and why most incidents are preventable

Alan Thompson, Fleet Risk Consultant at Zurich Insurance

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John Sootheran

Fleet1000 speaks to Alan Thompson, Fleet Risk Consultant at Zurich Insurance, on driver behaviour, hidden risk and why most incidents are preventable

£11.9bn in claims highlights rising cost of even minor collisions

£11.9bn in claims highlights rising cost of even minor collisions

John Sootheran

Fresh data from the Association of British Insurers shows how the cost of fleet incidents is increasing, even where volumes remain stable.

£11.9bn in claims highlights rising cost of even minor collisions

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John Sootheran

Fresh data from the Association of British Insurers shows how the cost of fleet incidents is increasing, even where volumes remain stable.

Fleetmaster cuts collisions by 39% through driver behaviour focus

Fleetmaster cuts collisions by 39% through driver behaviour focus

John Sootheran

A case study from Brake highlights how fleet risk reduction is being delivered in practice – and it’s not driven by technology alone.

Fleetmaster cuts collisions by 39% through driver behaviour focus

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John Sootheran

A case study from Brake highlights how fleet risk reduction is being delivered in practice – and it’s not driven by technology alone.

How did one fleet cut delivery wait times from 35 weeks and keep EV adoption on track?

How did one fleet cut delivery wait times from 35 weeks and keep EV adoption on track?

John Sootheran

A case study from Lex Autolease and Telent shows how fleets are adapting to long vehicle delivery delays while continuing their transition to electric.

How did one fleet cut delivery wait times from 35 weeks and keep EV adoption on track?

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John Sootheran

A case study from Lex Autolease and Telent shows how fleets are adapting to long vehicle delivery delays while continuing their transition to electric.

How did one fleet cut accident costs by 65% and get 99% of drivers into low-risk?

How did one fleet cut accident costs by 65% and get 99% of drivers into low-risk?

John Sootheran

Operating across 10,000 delivery locations and completing around 2,400 deliveries per day, Europa faced growing complexity from using multiple disconnected systems for tracking, compliance and driver management.

How did one fleet cut accident costs by 65% and get 99% of drivers into low-risk?

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John Sootheran

Operating across 10,000 delivery locations and completing around 2,400 deliveries per day, Europa faced growing complexity from using multiple disconnected systems for tracking, compliance and driver management.

Is SMR downtime becoming fleets’ biggest pain point? Latest solutions target faster, smarter servicing

Is SMR downtime becoming fleets’ biggest pain point? Latest solutions target faster, smarter serv...

John Sootheran

A wave of new product launches and service rollouts suggests SMR downtime is emerging as a critical pressure point for fleet operators, with suppliers accelerating efforts to reduce delays and...

Is SMR downtime becoming fleets’ biggest pain point? Latest solutions target faster, smarter serv...

News
John Sootheran

A wave of new product launches and service rollouts suggests SMR downtime is emerging as a critical pressure point for fleet operators, with suppliers accelerating efforts to reduce delays and...

Salsac growth hits 125% - is it becoming the go-to fleet funding model?

Salsac growth hits 125% - is it becoming the go-to fleet funding model?

John Sootheran

Figures from the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association show salary sacrifice grew by 125% in 2025, significantly outpacing business contract hire (up 10%) and contrasting with a 4.3% decline...

Salsac growth hits 125% - is it becoming the go-to fleet funding model?

News
John Sootheran

Figures from the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association show salary sacrifice grew by 125% in 2025, significantly outpacing business contract hire (up 10%) and contrasting with a 4.3% decline...