Fleet Navigator Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Hosts: Matt Walters, Head of Consultancy and Russ Boulton, Head of Data Intelligence and Insights
In this podcast episode Matt and Russ explore flexible rental solutions, a nuanced approach to fleet procurement that combines leasing and shorter-term rentals.
Discover:
What flexible rental is
How flexible rental can provide
When the optimal time to flex is
The tools available to know when to flex
The cost considerations for flexible rental versus longer term leasing
Listen to the podcast now.
For more information about when to flex and Ayvens Flex visit: Rental Solutions | Ayvens United Kingdom - formerly LeasePlan
Hosts: Matt Dillon, Head of Commercial Vehicles and Russ Boulton, Head of Insights and Business Intelligence
In this podcast episode Head of Commercial vehicles Matt Dillon and Russ Boulton explore flexible the fleet landscape for Commercial Vehicle operators.
Discover:
- The latest commercial vehicle trends are
- How regulations and legislation will impact commercial vehicle operators
- What new commercial vehicles are coming to market
- What to expect at the CV Show 2025
- And more..
Listen to the podcast now.
For more information about Commercial Vehicles visit Commercial Vehicles | Ayvens United Kingdom - formerly LeasePlan
Matthew Walters, Head of Consultancy and Tash Turner, Specialist Fleet Consultant at Ayvens in the UK.
It’s clear that while the Spring Statement didn’t bring seismic shifts, it reinforced the importance of just how important it is to stay informed.
Listen as Matthew and Tash discuss
- Headlines from the Spring Statement
- Economic overview
- Recap on Autumn Budget announcements
- Spending cuts and reform
- Key actions for fleet
And more.
Welcome to the Ayvens Fleet Navigator Podcast.
Join Ayvens hosts Matthew Walters, Head of Consultancy and Suzanne Phillips, Head of Specialist Sales - as they guide you through the world of EV Salary Sacrifice schemes.
Whether you’re an employer, HR professional or driver we’ll break down the essentials – from how salary sacrifice works to the financial benefits, common myths, and real world driver experiences.
In this episode we explore:
- Why salary sacrifice is booming
- The financial impact and potential savings
- Sustainability and the bigger picture for employers
- What drivers really think
Get ready to navigate one of the most affordable ways for your employees to drive a new electric car.
Listen now.
Across the Fleet Navigator series we explore:
- The road ahead for fleet managers
- Sustainable Mobility
- Funding and Taxation
- UK Budget impacts
- Future of fleet management
- Commercial Vehicle operations
And much more...
Welcome to the Fleet Navigator Podcast.
Join hosts Mark Evans, Head of ESG and Suzanne Phillips, Head of Specialist Sales at Ayvens in the UK - as they dive into the latest research from 250+ fleet decision-makers, uncovering key insights into sustainable mobility and the challenges and opportunities of reaching net zero.
In this episode, we explore:
- Fleet decision makers attitudes towards sustainable mobility
- The impact of net zero targets on businesses and organisations
- Scope 1,2,3 Emissions reporting – what it means and why it matters
- How companies can navigate the road to more sustainable fleets
- Exploring multi modal transport options
With expert analysis and real-world insights, we’ll help you stay ahead in the evolving world of sustainable mobility.
Listen today.
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Welcome to Ayvens’ NEW Fleet Navigator podcast - your go-to GPS to help corporate fleet decision-makers stay ahead in an ever-changing industry and navigate the complexities of fleet management.
As a business we’re passionate about driving smarter, more sustainable, and more efficient fleet solutions for businesses and organisations across the UK.
In this episode, Head of Consultancy Matthew Walters takes a look back in the rear view mirror to some of the key policies and announcements that shaped fleets in 2024 – as well as the key things to look for on the horizon as we head into 2025 and beyond.
Listen now to discover :
- Latest news on Company Car Tax (CCT) Rates
- Details of Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) changes
- Impact of Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) changes
- Insights into the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate
- Understand impact of tariffs on Chinese EVs
- Latest news on charging infrastructure and grants
- And more…
Subscribe to the Fleet Navigator podcast to explore some of the key themes shaping the future of fleet management:
- EVs and Sustainable Mobility
- Funding and Taxation
- Fleet Risk Management and Insurance
- Commercial and Mission-Critical Fleets
- Total Cost of Ownership
- Global Fleet Trends
Find out more: Ayvens.com
Welcome to Ayvens’ NEW Fleet Navigator podcast - your go-to GPS to help corporate fleet decision-makers stay ahead in an ever-changing industry and navigate the complexities of fleet management.
As a business we’re passionate about driving smarter, more sustainable, and more efficient fleet solutions for businesses and organisations across the UK.
In this series, we’ll be joined by guests from across Ayvens and experts from our industry to explore some of the key themes shaping the future of fleet management:
- EVs and Sustainable Mobility
- Funding and Taxation
- Fleet Risk Management and Insurance
- Commercial and Mission-Critical Fleets
- Total Cost of Ownership
- Global Fleet Trends
As always, we’ll bring you practical insights, actionable advice, and forward-looking trends to help you make confident decisions for your fleet.
Listen now.
Find out more: Ayvens.com
Welcome to Ayvens’ NEW Fleet Navigator podcast - your go-to GPS to help corporate fleet decision-makers stay ahead in an ever-changing industry and navigate the complexities of fleet management.
As a business we’re passionate about driving smarter, more sustainable, and more efficient fleet solutions for businesses and organisations across the UK.
In this episode, Head of Consultancy Matthew Walters takes a look back in the rear view mirror to some of the key policies and announcements that shaped fleets in 2024 – as well as the key things to look for on the horizon as we head into 2025 and beyond.
Listen now to discover :
- Latest news on Company Car Tax (CCT) Rates
- Details of Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) changes
- Impact of Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) changes
- Insights into the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate
- Understand impact of tariffs on Chinese EVs
- Latest news on charging infrastructure and grants
- And more…
Subscribe to the Fleet Navigator podcast to explore some of the key themes shaping the future of fleet management:
- EVs and Sustainable Mobility
- Funding and Taxation
- Fleet Risk Management and Insurance
- Commercial and Mission-Critical Fleets
- Total Cost of Ownership
- Global Fleet Trends
Find out more: Ayvens.com
Join hosts Matthew Dillon and Russ Boulton on the Fleet Navigator Podcast for valuable insights and expert analysis for Commercial Vehicle fleet operators. They discuss the latest innovations, models at the Commercial Vehicle Show as well as some of the challenges and opportunities facing commercial vehicle fleet and transport managers today. Don't miss this episode!
- Commercial Vehicle Market Overview
- SMMT stats on the growth and trends
- Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate and impact on sector
- Challenges of EV transition for commercial vehicle fleets (range, payload, and charging infrastructure)
- And of course, Highlights from the CV Show!
Our webinar Budget 2024 Roadmap: A comprehensive guide for fleets and motorists is now available as a podcast as part of our Fleet Navigator series.
Matthew Walters, Head of Consultancy Services and Customer Value at LeasePlan UK, and Tash Turner, Fleet Consultant at ALD Automotive UK, provide valuable insights into the implications of Budget 2024 on fleets and motorists.
They discuss key economic and legislative contexts and delve into specific policies such as Fuel Duty, Vehicle Excise Duty, and more.
You can listen to the audio recording of the webinar on the Fleet Navigator platform – or watch the webinar on demand here:
https://channel.royalcast.com/leaseplanukwebcasts/#!/leaseplanukwebcasts/20240313_1
We hope you enjoy the valuable insights shared by our experts!
Tune into our latest podcast as Matt Walters, Head of Consultancy Services at LeasePlan UK, and Mark Evans, Head of Consultancy at ALD Automotive kick off 2024 with insights, predictions, and a glimpse into what's in store for fleets and motorists.
In this first episode of the new year, Matt and Mark dive into the economic landscape, discussing the challenges and improvements anticipated for 2024. From inflation, to interest rates to energy prices and vehicle supply, they discuss some of the challenges and opportunities that businesses and fleets may see in the upcoming year.
Matt and Mark also discuss the UK Government's shift in the ban on the sale of new ICE vehicles from 2030 to 2035, the growing popularity of EVs, and the challenges and opportunities presented by this shift in the automotive industry.
As 2024 unfolds, political changes are on the horizon. Hear Matt and Mark discuss the upcoming General Election, Fuel Duty changes and potential road pricing policies as well Clean Air Zones and their growing significance in the pursuit of cleaner and greener motoring.
We hope you enjoyed listening. Stay tuned for future episodes of Fleet Navigator – your go-to GPS for all fleet matters.
Dive into the nuances of Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's Autumn Statement with Head of Consultancy Matt Walters and Specialist Fleet Consultant Dom Surlis on the Fleet Navigator Podcast. Uncover the implications of key announcements on National Insurance, living wage, and capital allowances, while exploring the challenges and gaps in support for the electric vehicle market. Gain valuable insights, analysis, and tips to navigate the complex world of fleet management in this special edition. Stay informed with Fleet Navigator for all your fleet-related updates and guidance.
Decarbonising Public Sector Fleets: Challenges and EV Solutions – research from LeasePlan
In this episode Matthew Walters, Head of Consultancy and Public Sector Champion at LeasePlan explores the challenges faced by public sector fleets in adopting electric vehicles. Discover solutions to support their journey towards Net Zero by 2050.
The Government’s ‘New’ Driving Rules and ZEV Impact on Electric Vehicle Future
Matthew Walters and Dominic Surlis Consultancy Services at LeasePlan explore the latest news from UK Government UK driving rules from zero emission vehicle (ZEV) sales targets, to local traffic changes, 15 minute neighbourhoods, centralised parking data, and support for on-street EV charging. Stay informed by tuning in.
In this episode, we're diving into a topic that's been making headlines: the expansion of London's Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). From its introduction to the city to its upcoming expansion, we'll unravel the details and shed light on the impact.
- Understanding ULEZ
- Decoding Emission Standards
- Costs and Penalties
- Electric Vehicles
- Support for Older Vehicles
- Making an Impact
- Transport Alternatives
- Flexibility and Future
Find out more at leaseplan.com
ULEZ expansion – what you need to know | LeasePlan United Kingdom
In this episode, Head of Consultancy Services, LeasePlan UK Matt Walters and expert consultant Dom Surlis delve into the world of Salary Sacrifice schemes, discussing how employees can secure electric cars through this unique arrangement.
Discover the benefits, cost savings, tax advantages, and the positive impact on the environment. Learn how Salary Sacrifice can be a game-changer for both drivers and companies, offering convenience, reduced costs, and a greener future. Tune in and explore the pathway to affordable electric vehicle adoption.
Find out more at leaseplan.com
Salary Sacrifice | LeasePlan United Kingdom
Join Head of LeasePlan Consultancy Services, Matt Walters and Specialist Fleet Consultant Dom Surlis as they explore the challenges fleets face amid the transition to Electric Vehicles in an evolving tax environment. Discover the latest trends, policies, and incentives driving the shift towards cleaner motoring. Learn how LeasePlan's Comprehensive Guide to Fleet Funding and Taxation, now in its 4th edition, provides a roadmap through the complexities of taxation, offering practical advice and real-world examples.
Navigate the changing landscape of fleet funding and taxation with our free comprehensive guide available at leaseplan.com
Essential guide: Fleet Funding and Taxation | LeasePlan United Kingdom
It was an eventful year for many of us – and working in the fleet industry – an eventful year for fleets and motorists too.
As 2023 gets going… we thought we’d pause, take a look around, and see where things are. In this Fleet Navigator episode we’re going to be talking about the things that had the biggest impact on drivers over the past year……and looking forward to what’s going to shape 2023.
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LeasePlan UK’s Head of Consultancy, Matthew Walters and Specialist Fleet Consultant, Caroline Sandall-Mansergh explore the global challenges affecting vehicle production – from chip shortages and battery costs to fuel prices and the war in Ukraine – and suggest ways you can minimise the effects on your fleet.
The Spring Statement on 23rd March was designed to be a simple update; a chance to inform the public of the Office for Budget Responsibility’s (OBR) latest economic and fiscal forecasts.
However current events meant that The Chancellor delivered something between the update he originally planned and a full-blown Budget. The Statement didn’t contain many policies, but the ones that were there were significant.
In our latest Fleet Navigator episode, LeasePlan’s Head of Consultancy Matthew Walters discusses this and more with Specialist Fleet Consultant Caroline Sandall-Mansergh.
- The economic and fiscal backdrop
- Fuel Duty
- National Insurance
- Tax Changes
- Company Car Tax rates
LeasePlan’s Head of Consultancy Matt Walters and Specialist Fleet Consultant Caroline Sandall-Mansergh explore the challenges facing fleets in 2022 – from semiconductor shortages and long lead times on new vehicles to rising fuel and energy prices – and suggests some ways that organisations can help keep their drivers moving.
In this episode Matt and Caroline explore these questions and more;
- What are clean air zones?
- Why have they come about?
- Which vehicles will be affected?
- What has London’s example (ULEZ) taught us?
- Where else have they been introduced and will they be introduced?
- What does this mean for fleets?
You can listen to the podcast on our site or through Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any other podcasting app. Just search for ‘LeasePlan Podcast’ or ask Siri or Alexa to “Play the LeasePlan podcast”.
The challenges facing fleets in 2022
LeasePlan’s Head of Consultancy Matt Walters and Specialist Fleet Consultant Caroline Sandall-Mansergh explore the challenges facing fleets in 2022 – from semiconductor shortages and long lead times on new vehicles to rising fuel and energy prices – and suggests some ways that organisations can help keep their drivers moving.
- Semi conductor challenges
- Highway Code changes
- Clean Air Zones
- Vehicle lead times and availability
- Rising energy prices
Find out more at insights.leaseplan.co.uk
While the world has understandably been focused on the pandemic, a lot of other things have happened for fleets over the past few months. Our webinar from our Consultancy Team will help shine a light on what you might have missed.
- New rates of BIK tax
- How WLTP affects fleet costs
- Changes to the Plug in Car Grant (PiCG)
How will connected and autonomous vehicles impact fleets, and what role can data play? In this podcast, LeasePlan’s experts look to the future. Listen now.
Cars are getting smarter. They’ve had some connectivity for years – sat nav, Bluetooth, diagnostics and telematics – but more and more vehicles are part of the Internet of Things through 3G and 4G mobile connections.
Around 4 million vehicles were connected in 2016, 8 million in 2018 and the figure is expected to hit 20 million by 2022.
What’s more, 5G is on the way and should provide massively greater speeds – and, therefore, the scope to do much more with car connectivity.
Matt Walters, LeasePlan’s Head of Consultancy and Customer Data Services, and Andy Rayner, an automotive industry expert, consider the opportunities; all the way to the possibilities of autonomous vehicles. This includes an exploration of the technology and its evolution, plus the role connectivity can play in fleet data and telematics.
You can listen to the podcast on our site or through Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any other podcasting app. Just search for ‘LeasePlan Podcast’ or ask Siri or Alexa to “Play the LeasePlan podcast”.
What does the future hold for company cars? In this podcast, we cover emerging issues and changes, including tax, emissions and clear air zones. Listen now.
The motoring world is changing at a pace not seen since the industry’s earliest years.
Vehicles are getting greener, safer and increasingly automated, and politicians are putting forward the policies to support these developments.
LeasePlan’s Matt Walters, Head of Consultancy and Customer Data Services, and automotive industry expert Andy Rayner look at the impacts on businesses and drivers, and the opportunities for the future of the company car, including:
- Company car tax
- Emissions testing
- Clear air zones
Discover all the latest information on Company Car Tax impacts following the publiation of the Draft Finance Bill on insights.leaseplan.co.uk
You can listen to the podcast on our site or through Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any other podcasting app. Just search for ‘LeasePlan Podcast’ or ask Siri or Alexa to “Play the LeasePlan podcast”.
Find out about the UK’s clean air zones – including London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone – in this podcast, hosted by experts from LeasePlan. Listen now.
Vehicle emissions are a big deal these days, particularly in cities, where the overall environmental impact is combined with specific concerns about air quality.
In this podcast, Matt Walters, LeasePlan’s Head of Consultancy and Customer Data Services, is joined by automotive industry expert Andy Rayner to discuss one potential solution to the challenge – clean air zones.
They look at the three strands to local authority plans – reduce, shift and improve – before broadening the debate to a wide range of topics, such as:
- London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone
- The roll-out from the T-Charge
- What other UK cities are planning
- Euro 6 compliant vehicles
- Why it’s time to start making a change in your fleets
Find out more about the future of clean air zones with our up to date guide to Clean Air Zones at insights.leaseplan.co.uk
You can listen to the podcast on our site or through Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any other podcasting app. Just search for ‘LeasePlan Podcast’ or ask Siri or Alexa to “Play the LeasePlan podcast”.
Find out how fleet managers can do to keep their drivers and other road users safe in this podcast, hosted by two fleet experts. Listen now.
Risk management essentially comes down to keeping people safe.
Between 2012 and 2017, around a quarter of all road casualties involved someone driving as part of their work.
According to Department for Transport figures, 2,631 people were killed in accidents involving someone driving as part of their work, 24,647 people were seriously injured, and 201,137 were slightly injured.
In the context of these statistics, LeasePlan’s Matt Walters, Head of Consultancy and Customer Data Services, and Andy Rayner, an automotive industry expert, consider what fleet managers can do to keep their drivers and other road users safe.
You can listen to the podcast on our site or through Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any other podcasting app. Just search for ‘LeasePlan Podcast’ or ask Siri or Alexa to “Play the LeasePlan podcast”.
In the second of a two-part podcast about electric vehicles, two fleet experts discuss the improvements in vehicle and grid technology. Listen now.
In our second podcast on electric vehicles, we take a look at the structural side of the story: what are public bodies doing to make the UK EV-ready?
Whether people opt for pure electric or plug-in hybrids, there will be a huge need for charging – and there’s also significant demand for the vehicles themselves, so manufacturers need to make sure they have enough stock to meet expectations.
LeasePlan, for example, intends to have its entire fleet of 1.8 million vehicles as net zero emissions by 2030.
LeasePlan’s Head of Consultancy and Customer Data Services, Matt Walters, and Andy Rayner explore a range of related topics, including:
- National Grid impact
- Vehicle to Grid technology,
- Vehicle options and availability
- Manufacturers’ role
- Grants
You can listen to the podcast on our site or through Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any other podcasting app. Just search for ‘LeasePlan Podcast’ or ask Siri or Alexa to “Play the LeasePlan podcast”.
In the first of a two-part podcast about electric vehicles, two fleet experts discuss the developments in charging and battery technology. Listen now.
The UK government wants all new cars to be zero-emission by 2040 – with at least half of new cars to be there by 2030. In this podcast – the first of two dedicated to electric vehicles – two experts look at why electric vehicles and why they make a lot of sense right now for fleets and individuals.
Matt Walters is LeasePlan’s Head of Consultancy and Customer Data Services, and Andy Rayner. Together, they look at the latest plans and how a host of developments are making the case for starting electric.
These include increased range, the launch of the Tesla Model 3, the purchase of Chargemaster by BP and the role of e-LCVs in last-mile delivery.
They also explore:
- Charging developments
- Battery technology
- Public access charging
- Whole life costs
- Why it’s time to start making a change in your fleets
You can listen to the podcast on our site or through Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any other podcasting app. Just search for ‘LeasePlan Podcast’ or ask Siri or Alexa to “Play the LeasePlan podcast”.
Find out what the latest emissions tests – WLTP and RDE – mean for drivers and fleets, and what developments are coming up. Listen now.
The follow-up podcast to Everything you need to know about WLTP, in this epispde we look at what’s next for emissions testing – and how it could affect drivers and fleets.
Matt Walters, LeasePlan’s Head of Consultancy and Customer Data Services, and automotive industry expert Andy Rayner discuss what the future may hold for Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) and Real Driving Emissions (RDE) testing.
You can listen to the podcast on our site or through Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any other podcasting app. Just search for ‘LeasePlan Podcast’ or ask Siri or Alexa to “Play the LeasePlan podcast”.
Find out what Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) means for drivers and fleets in the first of two special podcasts. Listen now.
Introduced in 2018, the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) has changed how cars are tested for fuel consumption and CO2 emissions – but what effect has that had on drivers and fleets?
In the first of two podcasts about WLTP, Matt Walters, LeasePlan’s Head of Consultancy and Customer Data Services, and automotive industry expert Andy Rayner explore what these tests mean for you and your fleet.
They discuss:
- Why WLTP is happening
- What we’ve seen so far
- Where WLTP is heading
They also provide a bit of history about emissions testing and cover off the related Real Driving Emissions (RDE) test.
You can listen to the podcast on our site or through Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any other podcasting app. Just search for ‘LeasePlan Podcast’ or ask Siri or Alexa to “Play the LeasePlan podcast”.