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Assets in the construction site.

How small construction fleets use asset tracking to halt site theft

Equipment and vehicle theft present constant risks for small businesses in the construction, trade, and mobile service industries. Losing a high-value tool or utility vehicle causes severe project delays, and deploying smart asset tracking has become an essential strategy for protecting sites.

September 9, 2026

2 minute read

Delivery worker on their daily routine.

Is fleet telematics worth the money? Calculating your small fleet ROI

Investing in new software can feel daunting for small businesses watching every expense. However, data from the latest market research demonstrates that implementing an advanced fleet management solution is a self-funding investment that frequently delivers ROI fast.

September 9, 2026

2 minute read

Fleet manager working at the office.

Why manual spreadsheet fleet tracking fails UK small businesses

Relying on manual spreadsheets to monitor modern commercial vehicle operations leaves small businesses highly vulnerable to hidden inefficiencies.

September 9, 2026

2 minute read

Fuel consumption

How small UK fleets hedged against the 2026 fuel price surge

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) fleet management is key for their operational margins.

September 9, 2026

3 minute read

Geotab report 2026: Connected fleets in the UK

Geotab launches the report Connected fleets in the UK

Managing a transport network requires navigating volatile resource markets. New data from the Geotab Connected Fleets Report 2026: Connected Fleets in the UK confirms that transitioning toward unified data infrastructure empowers operators to secure long-term operational viability.

September 8, 2026

5 minute read

Businesswoman reviewing her fleet data on a tablet.

The 'ghost fleet' crisis: Why idle rental vehicles are your biggest liability

Learn how to tackle the ghost fleet crisis and boost profitability in car rental operations using real-time data and telematics solutions.

August 27, 2026

4 minute read

Mechanic repairing the underside of a raised vehicle on a garage car lift.

The failure you didn't predict is more than just a repair bill

Most fleets still treat maintenance as a reactive process. AI is changing that and the implications go further than most operators realise.

August 18, 2026

1 minute read

Bird's-eye view of vehicles on a dark highway. One van in the middle is highlighted with small blue circular radar pulses emitting from it.

The architecture gap behind Europe's vehicle theft crisis

The numbers are bad enough. The industry response is worse.

August 14, 2026

2 minute read

Fleet EVs and an EV adoption strategy.

Fleet Electrification Strategy Guide for Fleet Managers

A step-by-step framework to help fleet managers plan electrification, from assessing vehicle suitability and charging needs to comparing TCO and managing a mixed fleet.

July 21, 2026

7 minute read

A field service manager using fleet management software.

Field Service Fleet Management Guide - how telematics supports your technicians in every moment

How field service fleets can connect telematics with FSM software to allocate the right technician, provide accurate ETAs, protect lone workers and cut vehicle downtime.

July 21, 2026

6 minute read

Worker with ipad

Optimising fleet operations in a high-cost economy

In a 2026 economy with €1.84/L diesel, European fleets use telematics to cut maintenance by 24%. Over 55% of SMEs and 61% of freight firms achieve a positive ROI in under 12 months.

July 15, 2026

2 minute read

Worker by van 2

Fleet management tools for SMEs: scale and stay UK compliant

Scale your small fleet safely. The Geotab Report 2026 shows how fleet tools help European SMEs cut costs, boost vehicle yield, and automate EU compliance.

July 15, 2026

2 minute read

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