PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: ClearInspect ‘Self Inspection’ functionality enables Leasing / Contract hire / Subscription providers to assess vehicle condition remotely
Unreported damage in leased / rented/ subscription fleets Fleet owners would like to know the condition of their vehicles during the term of use and just prior to end of lease to assess damages, generate repair estimates and also plan for repairs. Physical checks sending assessors to customer locations is impractical and expensive and it […]
THE WHICHEV VIEW: Does LEVC’s Space oriented Architecture point the way for fleets?
By WhichEV LEVC is the original ‘London Black Cab Company’ from the Victorian era – and it’s still making interesting vehicles today. As they move across to electric power trains, so they will expand the variety of vehicles offered – and the range of features included. Specifically, they have just made the move on a […]
Driver Safety – A guide to reducing risk
By Barney Goffer, UK Product Manager for Teletrac Navman For fleet managers, the first step to improving driver safety is knowing which metrics to capture in order to then create meaningful KPIs around them. This is where connected fleet management solutions come in – making everyone’s lives easier. Connected fleet management solutions such as the […]
Digitised vehicle inspections reducing commercial fleet spend
A number of recent surveys of commercial fleet managers carried our across the UK (including those from Webfleet and Samsara) have indicated a focus on reducing fleet spend in 2023 and the importance of investing in technology to realise these cost savings. Longer replacement cycles (partially driven by new vehicle supply constraints and by cost […]
The WhichEV View: Volta Trucks signals ambition with new Service Hub in London
By WhichEV Volta Trucks, the all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has celebrated the official opening of its innovative Truck as a Service Hub in Tottenham, London. The event was attended by controversial Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan as well as Tottenham MP Rt. Hon. David Lammy, industry leaders, key customers, and stakeholders. Situated […]
THE WHICHEV VIEW: Global EV market penetration heading to 15%
By WhichEV IDC is reporting that the number of EVs in use across world is heading toward the 12 million mark, while around 1 in 4 of the EVs sold are in Europe. BYD, Tesla and SAIC represent over 36% of the EVs sold globally (their share of the huge Chinese market is over 53%). […]
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Introducing ClearInspect – Making fleet inspections simple, efficient & accurate
ClearInspect helps fleet managers efficiently assess & track vehicle condition based on smartphone images and thereby reduce damages and costs. Damage repair costs in fleets Ageing fleet due to supply shortages and inflationary cost pressures mean fleet managers need to find effective ways to reduce damages and associated repair costs. Vehicle inspections are largely manual […]
The WhichEV View: Stellantis urges UK Government to renegotiate Brexit
By WhichEV In a startling development, Stellantis, one of the largest automakers globally, has warned the UK government that parts of its car industry could be lost unless the Brexit deal is renegotiated. The company, known for producing brands like Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroen, and Fiat, had previously committed to manufacturing electric vehicles (EVs) in the […]
THE WHICHEV VIEW: Solar panels – The next big leap forward for EVs?
We all know that the smaller, lighter, cheaper electric vehicles will kickstart a transportation revolution. But what about the cost of refuelling? Various crises around the world has meant a massive jump in the cost of all forms of energy. But the sun continues to shine, its power is free and available – and the […]
Charged Up? The rise of EV ‘charge anxiety’
As the British weather starts to warm up, it’s the perfect time to get out and about in the countryside. If you are one of the millions of electric vehicle owners in the UK, then you’re probably very aware of how much range you have on your left on your car before you head out. […]