FLEET SOFTWARE MONTH: Managing mixed fleets – strategies for public sector fleets transitioning to EVs
For public sector fleet operators, the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is well underway, driven by net zero targets, policy commitments and rising pressure to reduce emissions. However, most organisations attending the Fleet Summit are not switching overnight. Instead, they are managing mixed fleets, combining internal combustion engine (ICE), hybrid and electric vehicles. Specialist software […]
Fleetondemand to showcase pool fleet management service at Fleet Summit
Vehicle rental management technology and services provider Fleetondemand will be showcasing their pool fleet management service at the Fleet Summit in Manchester on 1st and 2nd June. This latest offering is a comprehensive solution that allows businesses to centralise the booking, management, and reporting of all their company-owned, leased, and rented pool fleet vehicles across multiple locations seamlessly and […]
Fewer collisions, lower costs: The case for AI-powered fleet safety with Motive
Fleet leaders are under more pressure than ever. Rising road risk, tightening compliance requirements, and the constant challenge of doing more with fewer resources have made reactive safety management untenable. Your technology needs to move from merely surfacing data to actually helping your team act on what it finds. Motive’s AI powered integrated operations platform […]
Smarter power for modern fleets
Genie Insights is a specialist provider of integrated power solutions for commercial vehicle fleets, helping operators manage the growing energy demands of modern transport and fleet electrification. Founded in 2016, Genie Insights works in partnership with OEMs, vehicle converters, bodybuilders and fleet operators across the UK, Europe and international markets. Acting as a solution architect, the […]
Deadline fast approaching to enter Brake’s UK Fleet Champions Awards 2026
Safety-conscious individuals who drive as part of their work and organisations that employ them are encouraged to shout loud about their road safety achievements by entering this year’s UK Fleet Champion Awards, run by the road safety charity Brake. The deadline is fast approaching, with just over a week before entry closes on Wednesday, 20 May. […]
Addressing Driver Shortages: Upskilling as a route to UK supply chain stability
The UK’s driver shortage continues to place a significant strain on the logistics sector, reflecting a global challenge that is driving up costs and constraining growth. In the US, freight operators are losing an estimated $95.5 million every week due to unfilled driving roles, while in Europe the International Road Transport Union (IRU) also highlights the scale of the […]
Learn from expert speakers at June’s Fleet Summit
The Fleet Summit is taking place in June, with top speakers such as Charlotte LeMaire, Founder & Partner at LMP Legal, sharing their experience and knowledge! 1st & 2nd June 2026 The Manchester Deansgate Hotel Free attendance – Book Now! (Places are limited) “Regulatory Compliance and Driver Responsibilities After a Collision” Charlotte examines how post-collision questioning, stricter sentencing, and dual investigations expose operators […]
Daikin Rental Solutions grows UK fleet with integrated multi-technology investment
Daikin Rental Solutions has invested significantly in its UK hire fleet, adding high-capacity cooling systems, heat pump technology, process cooling equipment and purpose-built air handling units to its portfolio. The expansion is designed to meet rising demand for temporary HVAC solutions, combining operational flexibility with long-term sustainability credentials, via a fully managed, multi-technology approach. Rental models […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Rightcharge – Fleet EV charging payments, sorted
Rightcharge simplifies fleet EV charging payments by bringing home and public charging into one HMRC-compliant bill. No more receipts, no more admin headaches. At home, drivers are reimbursed automatically with payments sent directly to their energy bills. Each session is matched to the correct work vehicle, with chargers, vehicles and tariffs all connected to guarantee […]
Why smart fleets are renting their way into the EV revolution
As the world continues to push towards sustainability (including the ZEV mandate and net zero 2035), EVs have transitioned from a niche alternative to a mainstream option in fleets. Smart EV charging solution, Virta recently noted that the ZEV mandate aims to reshape the automotive landscape by ensuring that 80% of new cars and 70% of […]