Fleet World Great British Fleet Guide – Championing the best in fleet

THE BEST IN FLEET

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CHAMPIONING THE BEST IN FLEET...

Welcome to Fleet World’s 2023 Great British Fleet Guide!

The Guide reflects the best products and services the fleet industry has to offer – many of which were showcased at this year’s Great British Fleet Event in Milton Keynes. Bigger and better than ever with more fleet suppliers, more expert insight from our Masterclass Conference speakers and more reasons for fleet operators to take time out of their busy schedules, the event – incorporating a busy Exhibition, Conference and Awards – was a resounding success!

2023 is extra special as it marks 25 years that Fleet World has been serving the fleet industry, while constantly evolving to encompass the shift to electrification. And that’s why this year’s unmissable GBFE

Masterclass Conference programme had such a strong EV focus. The sessions perfectly complemented the Exhibition, which focused primarily on the service providers to the UK’s fleet industry – and provided an excellent opportunity for industry figures to network.

Also, in the Great British Fleet Awards 2023, we recognised the very best in fleet, with a lavish black tie dinner and awards ceremony... and my congratulations go to the worthy winners for this year, all of whom you can read about within this Guide.

I would like to extend a personal thank you to all our visitors, exhibitors, event partners/sponsors, and conference Masterclass speakers for sharing their expert insight. It serves to underline the importance of a crucial sector that still accounts for the majority of new vehicle sales in the UK.

We look forward to seeing you again in 2024!

Jerry Ramsdale publisher

Fleet World Group

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AA

For more than a century, the AA has been dedicated to serving fleets at every stage of their journey, providing breakdown cover, insurance, automotive guidance, and additional services to many millions of members, customers and drivers.

As the transition to alternative fuels continues, we remain devoted to being the leading provider of EV support services. We work closely in global partnership with industry organisations, vehicle manufacturers, and innovative infrastructure providers, to ensure we all achieve our net zero goals.

We’re firmly committed to supporting safer and more accessible ways of driving, helping fleets achieve this in the most efficient way possible, alongside our partners at Drivetech and Prestige Fleet Servicing.

website: www.theaa.com

Drivetech

Drivetech, part of the AA, is a leading global driver training and risk management specialist, providing fleet solutions to businesses across industries. Established in 1990, we have extensive experience in helping clients improve their road safety records and minimise risk.

We offer a range of innovative online and in-person training courses, including defensive driving, eco-driving, and advanced driver coaching. In addition we also provide expert consultancy services to help clients develop effective driver safety policies and practices and make the transition to alternative fuels. With a worldwide presence and a focus on innovation, we are committed to delivering high-quality solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

website: www.drivetech.co.uk

Fleet Operations

Operating any fleet well has never been more complex. Supporting companies as they grapple with the challenges of the journey to an EV strategy and zero emissions, our industry leading sustainability consultants take time to understand your unique business needs in order to build a strategy that works for your business, your people and your budgets.

We are the UK’s largest independent fleet management specialist and we’re here to make fleet easy. We’d love to talk to you about how we can support your business.

website: www.fleetoperations.co.uk

Geotab

Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the Internet and providing cloud-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets.

Geotab’s open platform and Marketplace, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimise fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes. To learn more, please visit www.geotab.com/uk and follow us@GEOTAB on LinkedIn.

website: www.geotab.com/uk

Isuzu

At Isuzu, we only make commercial vehicles. Focusing on making our pick-ups tough, strong, capable, and durable. Our dedicated Fleet Conversion Centre specialises in pick-up conversions and fleet solutions all under one roof, creating outstanding vehicles that help you do more.

We are in a unique position to offer you a specialised build-to-order service, all while retaining the manufacturer warranty, and ensuring that the capability and safety of the vehicle are never compromised. Whatever your business requirements, it’s our business to build something that gets your job done.

website: www.isuzu.co.uk

Mazda

With excellent whole life costs, strong residual values and of course an impressive range of award-winning vehicles. Our latest generation of vehicles, deliver the perfect combination of class-leading efficiency, excellent driving dynamics and high levels of standard equipment. Delivering fleet managers the best of both worlds.

website: www.mazda.co.uk

MG

Tracing its history back to 1924, next year will be our 100th Year Anniversary. MG is the iconic British motoring brand, famous for building sporty, exciting and value-for-money cars which are always fun to drive. From the original MG 14/28 Super Sports car, designed by the legendary Cecil Kimber, to the all-electric MG4 and MG5 EV of today, MG has always been innovative, always been radical and always been fun! Today, MG is the fastest growing car brand in the UK, fielding a sevencar range of practical and affordable hatchbacks, SWs and SUVs. Designed in Marylebone, London, and manufactured in state-of-the-art factories in several countries, today’s MGs are practical, spacious, packed with technology and perfect for modern life. With a national network of over 150 dealerships, MG is accessible to customers everywhere with professional sales and aftersales provision across the UK. Backed by SAIC Motor, one of the world’s largest automotive companies, all new MGs are built with world-class components and are backed by a comprehensive manufacturer’s 7-year warranty. Well-established in the UK, MGs are now sold worldwide with western Europe being the latest region for expansion which started in 2020.

website: www.mg.co.uk

Michelin Connected Fleet

MICHELIN Connected Fleet is Michelin‘s advanced fleet management services and solutions, designed to provide the tools and information fleet operators and managers need to easily manage their fleets on a daily basis, transform their operational efficiency and run sustainable fleets. For more than 20 years, the group has been innovative in sustainable mobility to make it safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly.

MICHELIN Connected Fleet is committed to understanding customer needs and providing them with pragmatic and quality solutions in the areas that matter most to them: controlling costs, ensuring productivity, driver and vehicle safety and sustainability.

website: connectedfleet.michelin.com

Mobilize Power Solutions

Mobilize Power Solutions helps companies and individuals implement or initiate their electric vehicle transition by providing them with advanced turnkey charging solutions for the workplace and home. From consulting to design through to installation and operation of charging stations, Mobilize Power Solutions UK is involved in all stages of charging infrastructure projects, whilst integrating energy optimisation strategies, coupled with renewable energy.

website: www.mobilize-power-solutions.uk

Northgate

Northgate’s business is the hire of light commercial vehicles on flexible and minimum terms, giving customers the flexibility to manage vehicle needs without capital outlay or long-term commitments – and with 67 locations and a fleet of 50,000 vehicles, they’re never far away. Alongside LCV and specialist vehicle rentals – which for peace of mind include servicing, maintenance and breakdown cover – Northgate also offers a range of mobility solutions to help customers manage fleets more cost-effectively and efficiently. They provide expert consultative advice across all aspects of operating electric vehicles (EVs), with everything from choosing the right e-LCV through charging infrastructure to driver training.

website: www.northgatevehiclehire.co.uk

Shell Fleet Solutions

Shell Fleet Solutions is a global leader in business mobility. Whether you’re a small business owner or a large enterprise, we provide a range of simple, smart and sustainable mobility solutions designed to meet your specific needs – both now and in the future.

From fuel cards and e-mobility solutions to digital tools and APIs that optimise fleet management, we help you drive performance and keep pace in a fast-evolving environment. Our expert-led consultancy services and range of solutions also help you to map the best course of action to reach your fleet’s specific decarbonisation needs.

website: www.shellfleetsolutions.co.uk

Suzuki

Suzuki is a worldwide manufacturer renowned for its small cars and 4×4 expertise. Founded by Michio Suzuki and initially as a textile loom works in Hamamatsu, Japan and then Suzuki looked to diversify his skills into transport when the Cotton industry crashed in 1951.

Suzuki developed its first motorcycle in 1952 and launched the Suzulight, its first compact and lightweight car in 1955. Fast forward to 2023, and Suzuki annually produces almost five million world renowned Cars, Motorcycles, Marine engines and ATVs. The most popular model is the UK range is the Vitara selling over 10,000 units per year.

Suzuki offers a 100 per cent Hybrid range for its passenger cars that offer low cost of ownership for Fleets and will launch its first fully Electric Vehicle by 2025.

Whichever Suzuki product is chosen, the highest levels of Customer Satisfaction are ensured. This was demonstrated once again in March 2023 with the brand winning the ‘Trusted Quality Provider’ category at the UK Customer Service Awards.

website: cars.suzuki.co.uk

TGS Automotive Group

TGS Automotive Group has been delivering quality van conversion solutions and truck bodies for over 50 years and from its humble beginnings, it has become one of the most respected commercial vehicle conversion suppliers in the UK. We offer a comprehensive range of products and services that are all designed to increase the efficiency and potential of your fleet and operation.

website: www.tgs-group.com

VEV

Helping your fleet deliver on your electrification ambitions with an end-to-end decarbonisation solution. Guiding you through planning, implementation and operation to make the most of the opportunity presented by electrification. With VEV, fleets can guarantee resilience, reduce operating costs and set their business up for the electric future. From Airports and logistics, to recycling and municipal transport, VEV has the experience, reach and skill to help develop and deploy your decarbonisation strategy for optimum value.

website: www.vev.co

Wialon

Wialon is a GPS tracking platform for building a tracking solution for any industry. The full-fledged system eliminates the need to build an IoT infrastructure from scratch and allows our clients to concentrate on innovative applications, business workflow optimization, and efficient management of the connected objects. Wialon and Wialon-based solutions have entered the national markets of more than 150 countries with over 3,400,000 units being tracked worldwide. The Wialon сommunity, the largest association of telematics and IoT experts, brings together more than 2,400 partner companies, 700 hardware manufacturers, hundreds of Wialonbased solution developers that work together on next-gen connected solutions.

website: gurtam.com/en/wialon

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Aeris

Aeris, a Leading Global Internet of Things (IoT) Solutions Provider.

Leverage secure and uninterrupted global cellular IoT connectivity. Launch a variety of telematics and management technology use cases.

• GPS Fleet Tracking • Video Telematics and Fleet Monitoring • Temperature Management for Cold Chain Applications • Connected Dashcams • Usage-Based Insurance .

Confidently operate across the globe knowing that a reliable, secure, and intelligent network is working to get you the best rates wherever your vehicles go. With a history of IoT experience spanning two decades, a security-first mindset, and a growing ecosystem of global partners, Aeris will drive the successful, sustainable growth of both the IoT and Connected Vehicle markets, and bring intelligent innovation to our customers and the global IoT market. Learn about our recent acquisition of Ericsson IoT Accelerator and Connected Vehicle Cloud Businesses.

website: www.aeris.com

Athlon

At Athlon, we know mobility. By working with us, you’re taking one step closer to a more sustainable future. Our knowledge and experience, together with a legacy of over 100 years, allow us to provide tailored solutions that work towards a sustainable future. Our teams work to guide, support and deliver solutions for every individual customer across the private and public sectors. With our local expertise, Global knowledge and support from one of the world’s leading brands – Mercedes Benz Mobility – we are able to offer a range of effective leasing solutions, management and consultancy across all multi-marque cars and vans.

website: www.athlon.com/uk

Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP)

The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is a not-for-profit body that supports, educates and trains the corporate fleet industry.

Membership is open to all, and provides the following benefits: • Networking • Personal Development and Career Enhancement • Support • Online Members’ Area Committee membership – get involved • Lobbying • Use of designatory letters to show you are a member • Supplier Directory • Corporate and Fleet Service Provider memberships are also available.

website: www.theafp.co.uk

Bosch Service

Bosch Car Service provides a full-service offering, delivering an outstanding quality service with a personal touch.

Bosch Car Service is one of the world’s largest independent workshop chains. Our international service network encompasses more than 15,000 authorised workshops in 150 countries.

With our wide range of expert services, we can offer everything you could possibly need for your vehicle – from inspection, service and repairs right through to customised retrofitting work. We can ensure no loss of manufacturer’s warranty coverage for your vehicle.

In the UK and Ireland, we have over 300 Bosch Car Service, so you are sure to find one local to you who will be happy to assist you.

website: www.boschcarservice.com/gb/en

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BVRLA

Established in 1967, the BVRLA is the UK trade body for companies engaged in vehicle rental, leasing and fleet management.

BVRLA members register around 50% of all new cars, vans and trucks sold each year and are responsible for a combined fleet of four million vehicles, that’s 1-in-10 cars, 1-in-5 vans and 1-in-5 trucks operating on UK roads. These fleets are leading the charge to decarbonise road transport.

On behalf of its 1,000+ member organisations, the BVRLA works with governments, public sector agencies, industry associations and key business influencers across a wide range of road transport, environmental, taxation, technology, and finance-related issues.

website: www.bvrla.co.uk

Diode Energy

Diode builds digital journeys to optimise vehicle providers’ sales processes. Its core platform is geared up to help lease companies and brokers uncover company car and salary sacrifice leads, drive sales conversion, and provide an intuitive digital customer journey for new and existing customers. A typical journey is centred around Diode’s clever EV suitability assessment, instant driver-readiness report, dynamic business insights dashboard and simplified charge point purchasing process.

website: diode.energy

DAVIS

DAVIS is an award-winning platform that provides integrated services, including Licence Checking, Fleet/Grey Fleet Management and Driver Coaching. DAVIS digitises processes and highlights actionable data with the aim of improving safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

As the number one licence checking provider in the UK, DAVIS provides thousands of companies with a platform that not only automates their driver and vehicle compliance processes, but also gives greater insight into fleet risk than ever before. Our unique risk scores are central to the platform and offer complete transparency for smarter fleet management.

Simple, intuitive, and autonomous – discover the new look DAVIS by booking a demonstration.

website: www.licencecheck.co.uk

Dynamon

Dynamon is a data analytics software company providing advanced software-as-a-service (SaaS) tools to help the commercial transport industry maximise sustainability from new vehicle technology. Sustainability is a significant challenge facing the industry because the cost and feasibility of rapidly evolving fleet technology is highly complex. Our fleet optimization tools and flagship product ZERO are designed to help companies make informed decisions that reduce their total cost of operation and environmental impact.

Engineius

Engineius takes the stress out of collecting and delivering vehicles so that you can get on with more important things.

Engineius allows companies to book, track and manage vehicle movements all in one place, entirely online.

website: www.engineius.co.uk

Fleet Evolution

Fleet Evolution is a leading employee benefits expert, dedicated to the provision of costneutral, flexible employee car schemes. We launched the UK’s first electric car salary sacrifice scheme in 2012 and ever since we’ve helped countless businesses give their employees access to greener cars for a fraction of the cost of running a 5-year-old diesel car.

website: www.fleetevolution.com

Fleetcor

FLEETCOR provides a set of corporate payment solutions to help businesses of all sizes with more control, convenience and cost clarity on their fuel & maintenance spend enabled through a mix of proprietary, partner and open-loop networks.

In the 1link family of products, epyx has defined the industry standard in driving efficiency through technology across all aspects of fleet activity – including service, maintenance and repair, remarketing and hire.

r2c Online is one of the leading UK providers of connected software platforms for heavy goods vehicle compliance and maintenance management.

Both epyx and r2c Online are owned by FLEETCOR Technologies Inc.

website: www.fleetcor.com

FuelGenie

Fuel cards to suit your business. Keep your drivers moving – whatever your fleet size –with fuelGenie and fuelGenie+. With both our fuel cards, you’ll enjoy low-cost supermarket prices and time-saving benefits to make running your business cheaper and a whole lot simpler. And if you’re looking for even more places to f ill up – get fuelGenie+ with added petrol stations, including most Shell stations, for just a small monthly card fee.

website: www.fuelgenie.co.uk

Grosvenor Group

Grosvenor Leasing will showcase its risk-free salary sacrifice scheme at GBFE.

Based in Kettering, Grosvenor is the UK’s largest privately-owned contract hire and fleet management specialist. Through its Salary Sacrifice scheme employees can drive an electric car for up to 40% less compared to a personal lease.

The employer also gets many benefits, inc. Class 1a NI savings as well as an additional appealing staff benefit, at no extra cost.

Grosvenor’s specialist fleet management team will also be on hand to discuss how to control rising fleet costs and improve overall efficiencies across fleets of cars and light commercial vehicles.

website: www.thegrosvenorgroup.co.uk

Hiyacar

Hiyacar is a mobility tech company that offers pool car technology to help organisations reduce fleet sizes, increase efficiency, and lower costs. By leveraging Hiyacar’s innovative platform, companies and public sector organizations can reduce their fleet costs by up to 40%, while still providing drivers with vehicles when and where they need them.

Hiyacar’s mission is to transform the way organizations manage their mobility needs, offering a sustainable and cost-effective solution for the future.

website: www.hiyacar.co.uk

Ground Transport Group

Hi, we are the Ground Transport Group! We provide spaces for our community of likeminded collaborators to discuss the big-ticket items within ground transportation. We serve four key sectors; Chauffeur, Courier, Private Hire Vehicle (PHV) and Taxi, as well as all things EV, Technology, Regulations, Sustainability, etc.

We run a 24/7 online news site called Ground Transport Media and have an events arm called Ground Transport Events. We’re delighted to be at the Great British Fleet Event and love making new connections, so please swing by and become part of our community today (it’s completely free to join!).

website: www.groundtransportgroup.com

Kasava

Kasava provides integrated vehicle CCTV, telematics and disabling devices for fleets, insurers and businesses so they can monitor all their assets and then use the data to get better insurance by creating a driver score which then rates them.

Clients can integrate Kasava solutions with their own back office systems so that they can build to charge, invoice drivers, issue contracts and provide FNOL.

Support the change to EV… review fuel vs EV energy usage, monitor electric range, and check batteries are being charged appropriately.

Kasava provides complete remote management for vehicles, with reports of full telematics; including alerts, tracking information, fuel consumption and geofencing.

website: www.kasava.io

Legend

Legend Fleet Solutions transforms interior spaces of today and tomorrow’s fleet vehicles, taking the protection, safety, and productivity of mobile workforces to the next level. Our products are designed to protect the vehicles, increase operator safety, and increase vehicle resale values. In addition, Legend products create a more professional upfit appearance as well as enhance mobile workplace conditions by reducing road noise and mediating interior temperature. Legend products are industryleading and field proven, used by some of the largest fleets in the world. Taking your upfits to the next level, while protecting your fleet investment.

website: www.legendfleet.com

Ogilvie Fleet

Ogilvie Fleet are the UK’s leading independent leasing company, with over 20,000 vehicles on the road. With over 40 years’ experience and 20 industry awards in the last decade, our range of services help over 500 businesses to efficiently manage their vehicles and drivers. Our specialist electric vehicle, salary sacrifice, daily rental and commercial vehicle teams are able to provide independent advice on how to best fund and manage your fleet in an ever changing industry.

With a suite of software and apps built to support fleet managers and drivers, Ogilvie Fleet’s consistent investment in technology makes us the fleet partner of choice for organisations of all sizes.

website: www.ogilvie-fleet.co.uk

MOLE

MOLE is a fully autonomous, robotic charging device that enables businesses to accelerate their transition to a fully electrified fleet.

The ACD(U) connector is simple and easy to install and can be placed above and below ground, delivering safe and efficient charging for any vehicle with a MOLE adapter which can be fitted post registration or line integrated.

website: www.mole.energy

My Electric Vehicle

Established in 2005, MEV is a global designer, manufacturer and distributor of range of urban and commercial electric vehicles.

website: www.myelectricvehicle.org

Selsia

Selsia offers fleets and fleet management companies nationwide, managed accident repairs with reduced repair and administration costs. We deliver standard rates and agreed SLAs across the UK through our 200 car, van, HGV and mobile repairers. We offer 24/7 FNOL, recovery, deployments and quality accident damage repairs. We also offer estimate governance, engineering services, progress chasing, central invoicing and a cloudbased repair management portal which is used by all the stakeholders in the repair process.

website: www.selsia-vac.co.uk

Taranto Systems

Taranto Systems offers the Taranto Fleet Bureau, a solution which provides fleet companies with efficiencies in handling Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs).

It automates and streamlines much of the interaction between fleet companies and notice issuers for the purposes of making payment or conducting Transfer of Liability.

Taranto Fleet Bureau is integrated with our Taranto enforcement system, used by some of the largest issuing operators within the UK to issue millions of PCNs annually. This ensures that any fleet client using our solution can experience a material impact, leading to significant savings.

website: www.arantosystems.com

International Transport Manufacturer

International Transport Manufacturer is distributed in print and digital format to over 40,000 senior transport engineers worldwide. Editorially led, the magazine concentrates on the changing technologies and product developments that influence the business environment of our readers.

Each issue of International Transport Manufacturer includes a series of in-depth working reports and product reviews covering E-mobility, Materials, Test, Safety & Simulation, AI, Powertrain and Electronics. Alongside the magazine our acclaimed web site Engineer Live provides daily news updates and reaches out to our global engineering audience.

website: www.engineerlive.com

Transfer 360

Transfer360 connects lease and fleet owners directly to vehicle ticket issuers (parking operators, local authorities, tolls) to digitise and automate the process of receiving and handling tickets issued to their vehicles.

You can receive fines directly into your back office or on the Transfer360 web portal. Process tickets and respond electronically with full reporting and audit log. Save costs, reduce handling times and avoid liability issues.

website: www.transfer360.co.uk

Sofico

For over 35 years, the world’s leading automotive finance, leasing and fleet & mobility management companies use Sofico’s industry applications to adapt and scale to their customers’ evolving mobility needs. Worldwide, they trust the cloud-based contract management platform Miles Enterprise to be the backbone of their daily operations. Additionally, mobility service providers turn to Sofico’s suite of modules to upgrade their customers’ service levels and define new commercial offerings. For more information visit.

website: www.sofico.global

THE ONE STOP SHOP FOR FLEET

Tailor-made to suit your business requirements, we specialise in providing pick-ups, conversions, livery and fleet solutions all under one roof.

To find out more about how the Award-Winning Isuzu D-Max is the perfect pick-up for your fleet, visit isuzu.co.uk/fleet.

CHARGING PARTNER –

HOME CHARGING: UNLOCKING THE COST-SAVINGS

James Garlick

British Gas

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REALITY CHECK: MANAGING AN AGEING PRE-EV FLEET

Paul Stephenson

Fleet Operations

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Joshua Hooper

Northgate

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SIMPLIFYING THE SWITCH TO EVs

Dan Lawrence-Eyre

Diode Energy

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Joel Teague

Co-Charger

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DELIVERING THE ZEV TRANSITION: FUNDING AND REGULATION

Elizabeth Culwick

Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

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ELECTRIC VANS: MAKING THEM WORK FOR YOUR FLEET

Paul Kirby

EV Essentials

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THE ROLE OF EV INFRASTRUCTURE IN DECARBONISING URBAN FLEET NETWORKS

Simon Cordery

Transport for London (TfL)

COST CONTROL: WHY AN AGILE FLEET MATTERS

Rick Nimbley

Geotab

TAKING THE DIGITAL APPROACH TO VEHICLE MOVEMENT

Tristram Benson Engineius

WHY ONE SIZES DOESN’T FIT ALL Mark Dickens

Mobilize Power Solutions

CREATING A BLUEPRINT FOR A SUSTAINABLE FLEET

Andrew Wescott

Addison Lee

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EVs AND MISINFORMATION - ARE THEY REALLY THAT DIFFERENT?

Chris Chandler

Lex Autolease

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SUSTAINABLE THINKING: USING DATA FOR LONG-TERM BENEFITS

Simon King edenseven

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TRANSFORMING FLEET MANAGEMENT WITH VIDEO TELEMATICS

Aliaksandr Kuushynau

Head of Wialon, Gurtam

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PLANET FIRST: WHY YOU SHOULDN’T WAIT UNTIL 2030 AND BEYOND Antony Ursell

Michelin Connected Fleet

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OPTIMISING ELECTRIC FLEET CHARGING

Niall Riddell

PAUA

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FLEET OPERATORS SHOULD NOT INVEST IN FLEET MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE...

(…says Bynx – who sell fleet software solutions)

Yes, our software solution has modules designed for fleet and mobility management. But here’s why end user fleet operators, (especially you SMEs and medium-sized businesses), should not invest in fleet software.

Managing the fleet is not your core business. Sweating the asset is – alongside providing transport and mobility for your staff, goods and services.

In this mature fleet market, fleet management tools should be provided as a service by the supply chain and your suppliers must include the provision of digital/self-service tools, available to both operator and driver. We’re definitely including OEMs and fleet mobility providers (such as vehicle leasing companies and rental companies) as those that should be providing end user fleet operators with all the tools they need. In fact, anyone who provides fleet management as a service (FMaaS) and does this to differentiate a core offering.

Simply put – it’s more cost-effective for you to outsource the parts of your business that don’t directly generate revenue.

Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your fleet management software...

1) Don’t invest in your own fleet and mobility management software system > no matter how basic.

2) That said > definitely don’t try and manage your fleet using spreadsheets or paper.

3) Choose wisely > select fleet mobility suppliers that provide a consultative approach. People that will help you implement and refine your processes, practices and reporting. You want service with their software tool provision!

4) Be smart > select supply partners that have strengths in the areas you don’t. Things like cost control, environmental issues, and compliance. You need a partner that supplements your business.

5) Customer satisfaction > choose fleet mobility partners who provide software and tools to help you deliver a better customer service experience - to both your internal (drivers) and external customers.

6) Acquisition to disposal > look for a supplier that provides a single tool for managing the whole fleet life cycle.

7) Auditing > ask suppliers to show you how they handle this complex yet critical area of fleet and mobility management.

CONTACT

Gary Jefferies – sales & marketing director, Bynx e sales@bynx.com w www.bynx.com

8) Mobile support > any software tools provided by your Fleet Mobility partner must be supported by mobile apps. Real-time, paperless data capture & exchange for things like maintenance requests, accident notification and vehicle checks should be available to both driver and operator. At work, or at home.

9) Be clear > know what you’re looking for, your expectations and the level of support you want. Make sure your suppliers provide them.

10) Be really clear > document defined SLAs (service level agreements) in support of tip 9 (see above).

11) Risk and Security > from the get-go, lock down who’s responsible for what. Know who owns data and who’s at the heart of data compliance.

12) Relationships > building strong relationships with suppliers helps them support you and your business goals.

13) Plan ahead > things will go wrong. Forward planning, in partnership with your suppliers, makes things easier for everyone.

14) Look forwards > feedback helps your suppliers make their product and services better. Work with them on those improvements and you’ll reap the benefits of a better product too!

15) Sustainability > Make sure your partner provides guidance, assistance and the tools, particularly in accurate reporting, to help you meet your sustainability objectives.

SUZUKI FOR

YOUR FLEET

Suzuki’s 100% Hybrid range of cars offers low cost of ownership for Fleets. Coupled with the highest levels of customer satisfaction as demonstrated by winning the ‘Trusted Quality Provider’ category at the UK Customer Service Awards in March 2023, Suzuki is a great Fleet choice. Get in touch to discuss all your Fleet requirements. We very much look forward to hearing from you. businesscars@suzuki.co.uk

01908 336130 cars.suzuki.co.uk

Fuel economy and CO2 results for the Suzuki Full Range. Mpg (l/100km) (combined): 42.9 (6.6) to 62.7 (4.5). CO2 emissions: 133 to 22 g/km.

Figures shown are for comparability purposes; only compare fuel consumption and CO2 figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. These figures may not reflect real life driving results, which will depend upon a number of factors including the accessories fitted (post-registration), variations in weather, driving styles and vehicle load.

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With a full range of vehicle hire options and mobility solutions available.

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Telematics

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Reduce paperwork and easily monitor your fleet’s overall condition, ensuring you have fully compliant vehicles

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The future is electric

Fleets are at the heart of the energy transition, contributing 10% of the UK’s total carbon emissions. There is increasing pressure to electrify, as well as significant business and reputational benefits to be unlocked through electrification.

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUR BUSINESS...

Improve your reputation with staff and customers as an electric-first business.

Right-size your fleet and reduce total cost of ownership (TCO).

Access business opportunities and score higher in tenders with an electric fleet.

Achieve your sustainability goals and contribute to a cleaner planet.

WE HELP YOU OVERCOME THE CHALLENGES…

Navigating supply chain challenges as battery & vehicle demand grow.

Managing energy supply and price volatility.

Sourcing the right vehicles in time.

Meeting net-zero-time pressures to reduce carbon emissions for your fleet and business.

WHAT IS YOUR BUSINESS DOING TO ACCELERATE THE TRANSITION?

INNOVATION IN RISK MANAGEMENT

Video telematics usage continues to grow among fleets but finding time to assess the footage can be a major pitfall. With VisionTrack’s NARA (Notification, Analysis and Risk Assessment) post-analysis solution, operators can simply “cut through the noise”, using AI technologies to automatically validate footage and generate alerts if necessary. Time-saving and potentially life-saving too.

HIGHLY COMMENDED > DAVIS

Richard Kent of VisionTrack accepts the award

presenting: John Challen of Fleet World

INNOVATION IN COST REDUCTION

As inflation continues to soar, fleets are coming under huge pressure to contain costs as much as possible – an area where the recently launched DAVIS Fleet platform can help. The intuitive fleet management solution has an array of features to help operators get insights into their fleet and take action on costs. Smart technology that gives you all the insights you need to manage your fleet and outgoings more effectively.

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Rick Wilson of Davis Licence Check accepts the award

INNOVATION IN MOBILITY

Making the switch to EVs can be frankly daunting but Northgate’s Drive to Zero programme provides a full suite of solutions to ensure a seamless transition. Five key elements ensure that everything is taken care of, from thorough analysis on which vehicles are suitable to go electric and a full range of EVs to choose from, through to driver training, servicing and maintenance and charging infrastructure – all via a single managed contract and monthly invoice. HIGHLY COMMENDED > Europcar Mobility Group

presenting:

Aaron Jarvis

Adam Naylor of Northgate accepts the award

INNOVATION IN CUSTOMER SERVICE

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OGILVIE

FLEET

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Customer service is an area where Ogilvie particularly excels, as shown by perennial above-average scores in FleetEye’s Customer Service Index (CSI) and its products are a great way to remove guesswork from fleet managers looking to keep their drivers mobile. The contract hire and leasing company’s focus on staying ahead of the curve through industry-leading innovations is evidenced by its latest work to manage customer expectations during the semiconductor shortage through its in-house lead-time generator.

HIGHLY COMMENDED > SG Fleet

Jo Clark of Ogilvie Fleet accepts the award

presenting:

Jeremy Thomson

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INNOVATION IN SMR

FLEET OPERATIONS –

Ensuring vehicles are correctly inspected and defects managed is a vital but highly time-consuming area of fleet management – one where Fleet Operations’ MOVE vehicle inspection and defect management solution can deliver major efficiencies. It automates the entire experience – including booking in repairs at an approved garage and sorting alternative mobility options – while also checking drivers’ fitness to drive, cutting downtime and costs. Moreover, its algorithms work to predict future maintenance needs, creating effective preventative maintenance programme. The ultimate in compliance.

HIGHLY COMMENDED > Geotab

Richard Hipkiss of Fleet Operations accepts the award

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INNOVATION IN REMARKETING

CLM FLEET MANAGEMENT –

More than just a fleet management company, CLM has recently expanded its remarketing operation with an investment in a 16,500 sq.ft logistics facility. Located next to its head office in Newport Pagnell, it’s able to support with onsite storage of over 800 vehicles and opening up an extensive range of solutions. Services include storage, reallocation and disposal, incorporating inspections to BVRLA standards. But CLM also offers much, much more. A client list that includes car dealers, plus rental, leasing and fleet management companies says it all.

INNOVATION IN DIGITAL

Since Engineius’ tech-focused logistics service launched in 2018, the company has worked tirelessly since to ensure it stays at the forefront of digital innovations. With many of its fleet customers having migrated to buying second-hand vehicles directly from consumers to mitigate supply shortages, the “Snap, Chat and Move Service” provides an enhanced digital journey to give added protection with remote purchases. Other latest additions include advanced text alerts and a new “360 degree” feedback service, improving the customer experience. All ensuring that Engineius stays at the top of its game.

HIGHLY COMMENDED > VisionTrack

Wendy Ajuwon of Engineius accepts the award

INNOVATION IN ELECTRIC VEHICLES

For many fleets, especially return-to-home operators, the biggest barrier to switching to EVs is the lack of ability to charge at home. Co Charger’s community charging platform tackles this head-on. Its app and platform enable people with home or workplace charge points to rent them to local EV drivers. It’s simple, easy and mutually beneficial – and for fleets, it could make the difference between running an EV or being stuck with a costly and polluting ICE van.

HIGHLY COMMENDED > Ohme

Joel Teague of Co Charger accepts the award

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INNOVATION IN TECHNOLOGY

MICHELIN CONNECTED FLEET –

Michelin Connected Fleet’s MoveElectric delivers a holistic solution to adopting and optimising EVs – cars, vans and also trucks – and has already shown real-world savings for fleets. Using real-life proof points and data, it recommends the best way to transition to either EVs or hybrids –depending on specific needs. It also supports fleets thereafter, training drivers, analysing charging behaviours and charging activity per vehicle, helping to reduce downtime and facilitate driver reimbursement.

HIGHLY COMMENDED > Marubeni Europower

James Moulds of Michelin Connected Fleet accepts the award

INNOVATION IN RISK MANAGEMENT

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HIGHLY COMMENDED

DAVIS –

Collecting: Joe Meakin

INNOVATION IN COST REDUCTION

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INNOVATION IN CUSTOMER SERVICE

– SG FLEET –

Collecting: Sarah Vernon & Rachel Whelton

LEX AUTOLEASE –

Collecting: Craig McNaughton

INNOVATION IN MOBILITY

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INNOVATION IN SMR

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INNOVATION IN DIGITAL

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VISIONTRACK –

Collecting: Richard Lane

EUROPCAR –

Collecting: Bob Maclachlan

GEOTAB –

Collecting: Aaron Jarvis

INNOVATION IN REMARKETING

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INNOVATION IN ELECTRIC VEHICLES

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OHME –

Collecting: Peter McDonald

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ASTON BARCLAY –

INNOVATION IN TECHNOLOGY

MARUBENI EUROPOWER –

Collecting: Yoshihito Nozoe

Track and report on CO2 emissions

Improve fuel efficiency

Optimise driver behaviour

Fleet benchmarking

EV Recommendations

FLEET MANAGEMENT SUPERSTAR

In just 18 months as commercial group fleet manager at the AA, Simon Ungless has significantly advanced efficiency and safety and reduced the environmental impact of the 3,000-strong fleet at the motoring association.

His work includes innovating on safety through the introduction of new technologies to protect drivers and vehicles while also cutting costs.

Despite the AA running a complex fleet of cars and operational vehicles to meet business needs, Simon has increasingly found ways to navigate the alternative fuels transition – including the arrival of the first hydrogenpowered breakdown vehicle in the form of a Hyundai Nexo.

He’s also taken a foremost role at industry events, webinars and in the AA’s free ‘yellow’ papers for fleets, sharing his best practice insights and making a difference to other operators.

Simon Ungless of The AA accepts his well-deserved award

presenting: Richard Hipkiss

presenting:

Adam Naylor

FINANCIAL SUPERSTAR

Fleets of any size are always a big drain on company finances but for larger operators, effective management of fleet profit and loss is particularly critical to the overall performance of the business. Connells Group, the UK’s largest high street estate agency and property services provider, and its group fleet director Peter Jardine provide best practice examples of latest innovations and thinking in this area.

In the last year, changes to its 3,000-strong fleet have seen new funding methods introduced, along with blended fleet maintenance solutions, increased forward planning on vehicle orders and an NI-saving salary sacrifice scheme.

It all adds up to a total saving of £5.6m over a four-year period –and shows why we think Peter is a Financial Superstar.

Peter Jardine of Connells Group with his Financial Superstar award

presenting: Mark Dickens

ECO SUPERSTAR

GRAHAM ROBINSON –

SSE is well on the way to a zero-emission fleet – and national fleet zero emissions manager Graham Robinson has been instrumental to its success.

Despite supply challenges, more than half of its car fleet is already fully electric while around a fifth are plug-in hybrid. Plans are also in place to transition the existing commercial fleet to zero emissions while charging infrastructure is being rapidly rolled out – including at drivers’ homes.

The future for the SSE fleet is green and the energy giant wants to be at the forefront of innovation and any alternative fuel developments. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for it.

Graham Robinson of SSE plc with his Eco Superstar award

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Whether you’re managing HGVs, LCVs or E-vans, we get that you need a fleet partner you can rely on. One that understands all your needs and challenges.

We bring three decades of global fleet management expertise, with over 600,000 vehicles connected. Our dedicated experts work with you to make sense of your data and turn it into real world results. From reducing carbon emissions and increasing fuel efficiency, to real time alerts on tyre and brake performance.

Find out how MICHELIN Connected Fleet can help your business. connectedfleet.michelin.com Call

SMALL VAN OF THE YEAR

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TOYOTA COROLLA COMMERCIAL –

With fewer small vans on the market, Toyota might be seen as taking a gamble in launching the Corolla Commercial Hybrid last year. It has already found a ready market among fleets carrying light loads and it’s also a British success story – built and converted at Toyota’s Burnaston facility. It’s well-equipped, easy to drive and offers a realistic 60mpg.

Gareth Matthews of Toyota accepts the Corolla Commercial award

presenting: John Kendall of Van Fleet World

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COMPACT HIGH-CUBE VAN OF THE YEAR

RENAULT KANGOO – MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN –– NISSAN TOWNSTAR –

We have had to wait a while for the arrival of the new Renault/Mercedes-Benz/ Nissan trio of compact high-cube vans, available with petrol, diesel and electric power options, but it has been worth the wait. The latest versions are better than ever. Good build quality, great to drive and with a range of options.

Nick Osborne of Athlon (left) and Rebecca Hester of Renault accept the awards

MEDIUM VAN OF THE YEAR

– CITROËN DISPATCH – FIAT SCUDO –

– PEUGEOT EXPERT – VAUXHALL VIVARO –– TOYOTA PROACE –

Launched almost seven years ago, Stellantis’ medium van offers versatility with a choice of three different lengths, diesel or electric drive and a choice of panel or crew vans. There’s plenty of storage space in the cab, while the choice of driver assistance systems makes it attractive to fleets. It’s still the one to beat!

Lawrence Hagger of Stellantis and Gareth Matthews of Toyota accept the awards

LARGE VAN OF THE YEAR

FORD E-TRANSIT –

New to the market last year, Ford has extensively re-engineered its large van for electric power and produced a cracking model packed with features, and offering excellent range up to 197 miles. There’s a choice of power outputs and a comprehensive model range between 3,500kg and 4,250kg too.

Iain Brooks of Ford accepts the Large Van award

PICKUP OF THE YEAR

FORD RANGER –

The Ranger was the fifth best-selling light CV in the UK last year as well as the best selling pickup truck. The range is comprehensive including single, extended and double cab models and while a new model is just over the horizon, it’s not surprising that the current model is such a favourite with pickup buyers.

Iain Brooks of Ford accepts the Pickup award

LIGHT TRUCK OF THE YEAR

IVECO DAILY –

Frequent model refreshes have helped to ensure that the Iveco Daily continues to sell well in the light truck sector. The backbone of Daily is its proper truck chassis and the breadth of the model range. It gets better to drive with each new generation, while specialist conversions for a range of customers help to give the Daily plenty of fleet appeal.

Michael Cutts of Iveco accepts the Light Truck award

VAN OF THE YEAR

FORD E-TRANSIT –

Ford came from behind in the electric van market and with the launch of E-Transit last year, showed its competitors how it's done. E-Transit offers an extremely competitive product. It is the best large electric van on the market and a worthy winner of our Van of the Year Award 2023.

Iain Brooks of Ford accepts E-Transit’s VOTY award

presenting: John Kendall of Van Fleet World

presenting:

James Moulds

VAN MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR

Ford set about re-inventing itself last year, gearing up for a future beyond the internal combustion engine. We know the future will be electric, whether using batteries or hydrogen fuel cells. Autonomous vehicles will be part of the picture too, which means connectivity will play a vital role, which in turn opens up other possibilities from predictive maintenance to other services that light CV fleets will become more reliant on in the future. Ford has made no secret of the fact that it needs to be more than a vehicle manufacturer and establishing Ford Pro opens a range of services that van customers need.

Iain Brooks of Ford Pro accepts the award

ELECTRIC VEHICLE AWARDS

presenting:

Tori Jennings

BEST EV CITY CAR

FIAT 500-e

Not all electric cars have to offer a huge number of miles from every charge – and the proof of that can be seen in the 500-e. The little battery powered car remains as popular as ever and, surprisingly, has little competition in the city car segment. That may change in the future but any contenders to the crown will have to be very good to displace the Fiat.

Lawrence Hagger of Stellantis accepts the award for Fiat 500-e

BEST EV SUPERMINI – Peugeot e-208 –

Proof that there is life in the supermini segment in the age of electric vehicles. The e-208 boasts a decent driving range, is fun to drive and offers plenty of room inside. The interior is well equipped and drivers will find it easy to get around urban environments too.

Lawrence Hagger of Stellantis accepts the award for Peugeot e-208

presenting: Tori Jennings

BEST EV LOWER MEDIUM SUV

MG4 EV –

A mightily impressive addition to the MG range, which continues to launch products that enable drivers to transition to electric vehicles in a costeffective way. Value for money isn’t the only positive here, though –the MG4 is great to drive, spacious and a long driving range.

Geraint Isaac of MG accepts the award for MG4

presenting: Tori Jennings

presenting: Tori Jennings

BEST EV SMALL SUV –

The e-Niro was an impressive product in a relatively small sector, but its replacement raises the bar in terms of driving range, interior comfort and onboard technologies and safety systems. A fantastic addition to Kia’s evolving – and improving – product lineup.

Gary Curran of Kia accepts the award for Niro EV

presenting: Tori Jennings

BEST EV MEDIUM SUV – Audi

Q4 e-tron –

With the usual high interior quality drivers expect from an Audi – and impressive driving dynamics – the Q4 e-tron is still the go-to electric SUV in this segment. Other e-tron models have taken inspiration and confidence from the success that Audi has had with the Q4.

Louise Day and Gina Blaauw of Audi accept the award for Audi Q4 e-tron

presenting: Tori Jennings

BEST EV COMPACT EXECUTIVE CAR – Hyundai IONIQ 6 –

The IONIQ 6 builds on the big success of the IONIQ 5 with a car that offers more refinement, comfort and space than its smaller sibling. A quality interior and advanced technology onboard are particular highlights that will be welcomed by many fleet drivers.

Tim White of Hyundai collects the award for IONIQ 6

BEST EV EXECUTIVE CAR –

Mercedes-Benz EQE –

There is now an impressive lineup of electric vehicles from MercedesBenz, all under the EQ banner. As a premium SUV, the EQE stands out for its well-appointed interior, dynamics and driving range that ensures long journeys can be completed with confidence.

Nick Osborne of Athlon accepts the EQE award on behalf of Mercedes-Benz

presenting: Tori Jennings

presenting: Tori Jennings

ONE TO WATCH

It might be a new company to the UK automotive scene, but BYD has a strong pedigree in with EVs and its debut product on the market is very impressive. A high quality interior and strong dynamics are just two of the attributes that will appeal to fleets in 2023 and beyond.

Mark Blundell of BYD accepts the award for Atto 3

presenting:

Tori Jennings

EV VAN OF THE YEAR

VOLKSWAGEN ID. BUZZ CARGO –

The Volkswagen ID Buzz Cargo is the first model to emerge from VW’s ID range of electric cars, providing a compact to medium sized van built on an electric only platform. It’s a real headturner, great to drive, and with sales through VW Commercial Vehicles, EV van fleet customers can expect excellent support.

Claire Thompson of Volkswagen accepts the award for ID. Buzz Cargo

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BEST FLEET SUPERMINI – VAUXHALL CORSA –

At a time when some manufacturers are turning their backs on small cars, the Vauxhall Corsa proves it can stand the test of time. Specifically, the electric version of the Corsa has a proved a real hit with drivers, offering a financially realistic route into battery-powered motoring.

Lawrence Hagger of Stellantis accepts the award for Corsa

BEST FLEET SMALL SUV –

The revised version of the popular SUV that was introduced last year has been praised far and wide for its breadth of powertrain options. Whether its hybrid, plug-in hybrid or full EV, Kia really does have something for everyone.

Moyosola Fujamade of Kia collects the award for new Niro

BEST FLEET MEDIUM SUV – KIA SPORTAGE –

In a congested and competitive segment, the Sportage stands out as a fantastic all-rounder. The upgraded interior makes the cabin even more user-friendly, while the addition of hybrid technology puts in firmly on the list of cars that fleets will be considering now and in the future.

Moyosola Fujamade of Kia accepts the award for Sportage

BEST FLEET LARGE SUV –

MAZDA CX-60 –

With petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid variants, the CX-60 provides plenty of choice, in a product that is well built, good to drive and offers a very well-appointed interior. Long journeys are made much easier with this Mazda, ensuring that as well it being the company’s largest car, CX-60 is also one of the best.

Jeremy Thomson of Mazda accepts the award for CX-60

BEST LOWER MEDIUM FLEET CAR – VAUXHALL ASTRA –

Historically an important car for Vauxhall, the new Astra offers great design, driving dynamics and a wide choice of powertrains – electrified and ICE – in both hatchback and estate forms. The upgrades to the exterior and interior ensure that the Astra stays ahead of the pack in this segment.

Lawrence Hagger of Stellantis accepts the award for new Astra

BEST UPPER MEDIUM FLEET CAR

The big Czech car continues to live up to its name in both saloon and estate form, with no contenders being able to knock it off its perch. The addition of plug-in hybrid technology enhanced its appeal to fleet drivers, with many finding it is a very cost-effective choice as financial pressures bite elsewhere.

Yulia Eldridge of Škoda accepts the award for Superb

BEST COMPACT EXECUTIVE CAR –

BMW 3 SERIES –

Car fashions might have evolved to SUVs, but the 3 Series retains its appeal to drivers who want a straightforward saloon that does pretty much everything right. The broad range of powertrains helps keep that demand up – and fleet drivers are very keen to see what comes next for the compact exectuive car champion.

Paul Shelley of BMW accepts the award for 3 Series

BEST EXECUTIVE CAR – BMW

5 SERIES –

The 5 Series continues to impress and still be seen by many as the ultimate driving machine with its performance, comfort and interior quality. In a world that is increasingly populated by EVs, this BMW is proof that some drivers aren’t giving up their ICE powered cars just yet.

Paul Shelley of BMW accepts the award for 5 Series

BEST LUXURY CAR – RANGE ROVER –

The hype surrounding the launch of a new Range Rover is always huge and, in the case of the latest model, it was justified. The moment you step through the door, it oozes class – and it is equally impressive on – and off the road. Drivers and passengers will be transported in comfort, with ultimate refinement and performance added in.

Andrew Jago of JLR accepts the award for Range Rover

presenting:

Aliaksandr Kuushynau

FLEET RISING STAR – GENESIS

It’s been a whirlwind couple of years for the Korean brand, but also a very successful one with the launch of a range of cars that appeal directly to fleet drivers. The company looks set to continue its product offensive over the next 12 months, as the Genesis name becomes more and more familiar in the UK market.

Richard Shortridge of Genesis accepts the Fleet Rising Star award

presenting: Giles Bolton

FLEET MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR

Vauxhall has always been committed to the demands of fleet drivers and the latest Astra is just one example of how it still has its eye on the ball. The arrival of plug-in hybrid and electric versions of its core fleet models ensures that the brand will remain a popular choice as the market moves away from diesel and petrol power.

Lawrence Hagger of Stellantis celebrates Vauxhall winning FMOTY

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WHAT THEY SAID...

“We all really enjoyed a very well-planned and classy evening, with exceptional food. Thank you! ”

Karen Moule brand marketing manager – Europcar –

EVENT PARTNER

“It was a great event!”

Geraint Isaac head of fleet sales – MG Motor UK –

“The MK venue was easy to find and park nearby. I was at GBFE 2023 for the conference sessions and the topics covered linked together nicely and were absolutely spot on for the issues in the marketplace right now. The event was also great for networking.”

Dave Petts Ford Pro EV & connectivity product manager – Ford –

“2023 was our first year exhibiting at GBFE and we will definitely be back! The venue is set up perfectly to make the most of both the exhibition and the awards dinner. At the event, we had some very useful conversations with both potential customers and partners, many of which have resulted in meetings booked post-event.”

Mark Knight, marketing manager – Ogilvie Fleet –

“GBFE 2023 was a great event and the AFP team had a steady flow of people to the stand all day. Really impressed with the GBF Awards dinner too.”

Carly Pieslak marketing manager – Association of Fleet Professionals

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“What a superb event!”

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“Great location, excellent food & service & very interesting guest speaker.”

Dave Johnson, fleet communications – Stellantis –

EVENT PARTNER

“We were delighted to partner GBFE 2023, our first participation in the event and it was very successful from our perspective – interacting with customers both existing and potential in a way that you don't often get in the larger events. The trade show feel aligned with the conference sessions meant a wide range of people were attracted to our stand. Combining the day event with the awards ceremony proved to be a very effective use of the day. Thank you to the team at Fleet World for supporting our involvement – we hope to be back again soon!”

Matt Childs marketing manager

– Michelin Connected Fleet –

“The Masterclass Conference sessions were both informative and interesting at GBFE 2023 and I will be requesting the speaker powerpoint slides post-event.”

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zero emissions manager – SSE plc –

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