Better Fleet: What effective downtime management actually looks like

Better Fleet: What effective downtime management actually looks like

John Sootheran

The fleets reducing downtime most successfully aren't necessarily repairing vehicles faster. They're becoming better at understanding where downtime originates, what it affects and how to intervene before disruption spreads through the...

Better Fleet: What effective downtime management actually looks like

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John Sootheran

The fleets reducing downtime most successfully aren't necessarily repairing vehicles faster. They're becoming better at understanding where downtime originates, what it affects and how to intervene before disruption spreads through the...

Better Fleet: Why fleet downtime remains a hidden business cost

Better Fleet: Why fleet downtime remains a hidden business cost

John Sootheran

Every fleet manager knows downtime is expensive. The problem is that most fleets only measure part of the cost. Repair invoices, workshop days and vehicle-off-road figures are relatively easy to track. The...

Better Fleet: Why fleet downtime remains a hidden business cost

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John Sootheran

Every fleet manager knows downtime is expensive. The problem is that most fleets only measure part of the cost. Repair invoices, workshop days and vehicle-off-road figures are relatively easy to track. The...

AMAP increase gives grey fleet drivers boost as employers reassess mileage strategy

AMAP increase gives grey fleet drivers boost as employers reassess mileage strategy

John Sootheran

Grey fleet drivers will receive a significant increase in mileage reimbursement rates after the Government confirmed a 10p-per-mile rise to Approved Mileage Allowance Payments (AMAPs).

AMAP increase gives grey fleet drivers boost as employers reassess mileage strategy

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John Sootheran

Grey fleet drivers will receive a significant increase in mileage reimbursement rates after the Government confirmed a 10p-per-mile rise to Approved Mileage Allowance Payments (AMAPs).

Clean air zone costs hit £250m as fleets turn to smarter compliance tools

Clean air zone costs hit £250m as fleets turn to smarter compliance tools

John Sootheran

Low-emission and clean air zones generated more than £250 million from UK drivers last year, with fleets increasingly facing a mix of daily charges, fines and growing operational complexity across...

Clean air zone costs hit £250m as fleets turn to smarter compliance tools

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John Sootheran

Low-emission and clean air zones generated more than £250 million from UK drivers last year, with fleets increasingly facing a mix of daily charges, fines and growing operational complexity across...

Van downtime costs fleets £1,100 a day, meanwhile operators invest in uptime technology

Van downtime costs fleets £1,100 a day, meanwhile operators invest in uptime technology

John Sootheran

UK businesses are losing more than £1,170 for every day a van is off the road, according to new research from Mercedes-Benz Vans, highlighting the growing operational and financial pressure...

Van downtime costs fleets £1,100 a day, meanwhile operators invest in uptime technology

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John Sootheran

UK businesses are losing more than £1,170 for every day a van is off the road, according to new research from Mercedes-Benz Vans, highlighting the growing operational and financial pressure...

Fleets urged to factor new EV tax plans into electrification strategy

Fleets urged to factor new EV tax plans into electrification strategy

John Sootheran

British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association is urging fleets to closely monitor proposed new EV taxation plans, warning that additional road pricing costs could affect electric vehicle uptake and future...

Fleets urged to factor new EV tax plans into electrification strategy

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John Sootheran

British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association is urging fleets to closely monitor proposed new EV taxation plans, warning that additional road pricing costs could affect electric vehicle uptake and future...

MPs push for earlier ZEV mandate review as pressure grows on UK car makers

MPs push for earlier ZEV mandate review as pressure grows on UK car makers

John Sootheran

MPs are calling on the Government to bring forward its planned review of the UK’s ZEV mandate, warning that current rules are putting growing financial pressure on manufacturers.

MPs push for earlier ZEV mandate review as pressure grows on UK car makers

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John Sootheran

MPs are calling on the Government to bring forward its planned review of the UK’s ZEV mandate, warning that current rules are putting growing financial pressure on manufacturers.

Mazda expands fleet dealer network ahead of Mazda6e EV launch

Mazda expands fleet dealer network ahead of Mazda6e EV launch

John Sootheran

Mazda is expanding its UK fleet dealer specialist network as it prepares for increased business demand surrounding the launch of the new Mazda6e electric saloon later this summer.

Mazda expands fleet dealer network ahead of Mazda6e EV launch

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John Sootheran

Mazda is expanding its UK fleet dealer specialist network as it prepares for increased business demand surrounding the launch of the new Mazda6e electric saloon later this summer.

UK’s top insurance fraud hotspots revealed as fleets warned over rising scam claims

UK’s top insurance fraud hotspots revealed as fleets warned over rising scam claims

John Sootheran

Fleet operators are being urged to raise driver awareness around insurance fraud after new analysis identified the UK areas most affected by so-called “crash for cash” scams.

UK’s top insurance fraud hotspots revealed as fleets warned over rising scam claims

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John Sootheran

Fleet operators are being urged to raise driver awareness around insurance fraud after new analysis identified the UK areas most affected by so-called “crash for cash” scams.

Freshly launched shared charging model to cut e-truck costs by 10%, says Shell

Freshly launched shared charging model to cut e-truck costs by 10%, says Shell

John Sootheran

Stagecoach and Shell have both launched new depot charging initiatives aimed at reducing one of the biggest barriers facing electric vans and HGVs: infrastructure cost.

Freshly launched shared charging model to cut e-truck costs by 10%, says Shell

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John Sootheran

Stagecoach and Shell have both launched new depot charging initiatives aimed at reducing one of the biggest barriers facing electric vans and HGVs: infrastructure cost.

Mazda targets fleets with sub-£40k Mazda6e and discounted home charger offer

Mazda targets fleets with sub-£40k Mazda6e and discounted home charger offer

John Sootheran

Mazda has confirmed UK pricing and fleet plans for the new Mazda6e ahead of first deliveries this summer, with business contract hire rates starting from £332 + VAT per month.

Mazda targets fleets with sub-£40k Mazda6e and discounted home charger offer

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John Sootheran

Mazda has confirmed UK pricing and fleet plans for the new Mazda6e ahead of first deliveries this summer, with business contract hire rates starting from £332 + VAT per month.

Farizon wins first UK fleet deal after beating established van rivals in month-long trial

Farizon wins first UK fleet deal after beating established van rivals in month-long trial

John Sootheran

MCFT trialled the SV against three established electric van rivals across multiple locations over a month-long assessment process, with engineers evaluating range, load space, payload and day-to-day usability before selecting...

Farizon wins first UK fleet deal after beating established van rivals in month-long trial

Review
John Sootheran

MCFT trialled the SV against three established electric van rivals across multiple locations over a month-long assessment process, with engineers evaluating range, load space, payload and day-to-day usability before selecting...

Kia’s rumoured £17k EV1 could make electric cars properly affordable

Kia’s rumoured £17k EV1 could make electric cars properly affordable

John Sootheran

Kia looks set to push further into the affordable EV market with reports of a tiny new electric city car called the Kia EV1 arriving in 2028.

Kia’s rumoured £17k EV1 could make electric cars properly affordable

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John Sootheran

Kia looks set to push further into the affordable EV market with reports of a tiny new electric city car called the Kia EV1 arriving in 2028.

Cupra cuts Raval EV price as order books open

Cupra cuts Raval EV price as order books open

John Sootheran

Cupra Raval has become one of the first new electric cars to qualify for the UK’s updated Electric Car Grant, helping lower the cost of one of the most anticipated...

Cupra cuts Raval EV price as order books open

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John Sootheran

Cupra Raval has become one of the first new electric cars to qualify for the UK’s updated Electric Car Grant, helping lower the cost of one of the most anticipated...

Volvo EV drivers will soon be able to use Tesla Superchargers without the Tesla app

Volvo EV drivers will soon be able to use Tesla Superchargers without the Tesla app

John Sootheran

From Q4 2026, drivers of models including the Volvo EX30, Volvo EX40 and Volvo EX90 will be able to find, start and pay for charging sessions at more than 20,000...

Volvo EV drivers will soon be able to use Tesla Superchargers without the Tesla app

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John Sootheran

From Q4 2026, drivers of models including the Volvo EX30, Volvo EX40 and Volvo EX90 will be able to find, start and pay for charging sessions at more than 20,000...

BYD Dolphin G aims to bring plug-in hybrid tech to supermini budgets

BYD Dolphin G aims to bring plug-in hybrid tech to supermini budgets

John Sootheran

BYD Dolphin G DM-i could become one of the most interesting affordable company cars of the year when it arrives in the UK later this summer.

BYD Dolphin G aims to bring plug-in hybrid tech to supermini budgets

Review
John Sootheran

BYD Dolphin G DM-i could become one of the most interesting affordable company cars of the year when it arrives in the UK later this summer.