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Operating costs: Avoid putting eggs in one basket with a multi-bid approach

Staying with the same ‘one-stop shop’ sole supplier might not be the best way to handle services for light commercial fleets, and there is a range of options available, finds Chris Phillips

Fleet procurement 2 Feb

Fuel cards help to improve efficiency and save money

Pump discounts and network coverage are key fleet considerations in £6.5bn market

Fleet procurement 21 Jan

1,100 Ford vehicles in police fleet deal

Ford is to supply 1,100 vehicles to UK police fleets from this year as part of wins in two group buying tenders.

13 Jan

Updated: Largest ever police vehicle procurement deal to save £7m

28 UK Police forces have signed a procurement deal for the supply of more than 3,000 police vehicles over the next two years.

9 Dec

Save up to 70% on the price of new by reusing parts

The three Rs of good environmental practice are bringing huge cost cuts when it comes to fitting recycled and remanufactured parts. Jonathan Manning reports

Fleet procurement 7 Dec

Environment: Five ways fleets have reduced CO2 emissions

A desire to improve the environmental performance of their vehicles has led to fleet operators developing different – often innovative – ways to reduce emissions. Andrew Ryan reports on five of the best

Fleet procurement 2 Dec

The modern fuel card: a tool for all occasions

Card providers are becoming 'mobility service providers', offering a range of additional benefits to customers, as Ben Rooth discovers

Fleet procurement 24 Nov

Avoid the end-of-contract sting in the tail

Leasing companies are often accused of using end-of-contract damage charges as a ‘profit centre’. Not so, say the UK’s three largest leasing companies. Andrew Ryan compares answers to fleets' key concerns

Fleet procurement 29 Oct

The end game - excess mileage and early termination charges

Don’t be a loser when it comes to excess mileage and early-termination charges – our FAQs will make you a winner, says Andrew Ryan

Fleet procurement 28 Oct

Dart Charge leaves fleets exasperated

Fleets face flurry of fines after toll booths removed. John Charles reports

Fleet procurement 21 Oct

Don’t let fines keep you awake at night

Data analysis and driver education will address the root causes of PCNs, keeping those nightmares at bay. Andrew Ryan reports

Fleet procurement 20 Oct

Damage charges: understanding fair wear and tear

Leasing companies usually base end-of-contract charge decisions on the BVRLA’s guide, but interpretations can differ. Andrew Ryan looks at areas where fleets may fall foul of the standards – and incur a heavy toll

Fleet procurement 12 Oct

How to navigate the penalty charge notice ‘nightmare’

John Charles examines the different forms of parking and speeding fines and what actions fleets can take against them

Fleet procurement 17 Sep

Outsourcing could save companies 10% of their fleet costs

Companies could save up to 10% of their total cost of ownership (TCO) by outsourcing the management of their fleet, according to Fleet Logistics.

28 Aug

Is your company paying the price by offering staff 'free' fuel?

Employer-provided petrol and diesel for private use may appear a flaw-free benefit to drivers, but it can be costly to both parties, finds John Charles

Fleet procurement 20 Aug

Fuel savings will offset price of hitting EU emissions targets

Van prices are expected to rise as manufacturers invest to meet EU emissions targets, but low CO2 vehicles will be more fuel-efficient, saving fleets money.

Fleet procurement 6 Aug

‘Self-help’ tactics will cut commercial vehicle costs and CO2 emissions

Vehicle tracking and route planning, switching from diesel and choosing the right vehicles could save fleets tonnes of CO2 and millions of pounds.

Fleet procurement 5 Aug

Mille Miglia in the Jaguar XE

Travelling 1,000 miles around Italy over four days, Simon Harris attempts to follow the Mille Miglia on one tank of diesel in the new Jaguar XE...

Fleet procurement 11 Jun

Van fleets drive new standards for SMR

Increased demands from growing LCV fleets have forced manufacturers, leasing companies and independents to up their game on service, maintenance and repair

Fleet procurement 10 Apr

Customer service: managing a successful supplier relationship

Clarity of communication needs to be at the forefront if you want a solid long-term relationship with suppliers, finds John Maslen

Fleet procurement 19 Mar