How can drivers benefit from Octopus Fleet?
We can talk all day about why Octopus Fleet is the best deal for you but a Fleet is more than its managers. In the rapidly changing world of fleet transportation, the drive towards a greener future is here - and potentially complicated. But it doesn’t have to be!
We can not only help with the fleet transition to an EV future, but we are here to support your drivers too. We understand the worry about setting drivers up on a new system now to potentially change in the new world of EV. We include your traditional fuel drivers and will be able to smoothly transition within our Octopus Fleet system.
There may be resistance to bringing in new procedures (such as an app) for your fleet drivers - electric or otherwise. That’s why we have created a guide to help smooth the transition to a new technological future with EV charging.
Lets get plugged in….
Many fleet drivers have worked the way they do for years, and we can understand not wanting to change! At Octopus Fleet, we are here to help make every part of fleet management easier - for you and your drivers.
With Octopus Fleet, drivers could get to use our Visa backed payments cards, see home charging reimbursement benefits, and access charging savings through salary sacrifice.
However, the biggest help for drivers on their day-to-day is Electroverse for Business. With its award-winning charge map and route planning abilities, it can help speed up journeys for electric fleet vehicles. Compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Google's Android Auto, Electroverse for Business fits easily into the day of a fleet driver.
So, what’s this Electroverse app about?
The Payments card does all you would want - so why download another app? Here’s what our Electroverse app can do that no card can!
Searching for a charger?
Step 1 in the charging process! The Electroverse app supports route planning using the extensive charging network. With the user-friendly dashboard it is simple to use and easy to find what you're looking for. Your drivers can easily find the right charge point for them based on car compatibility and charger speed with the filter tab. Perfect for quick charges on busy driving days.
Did you know, there are currently over 11.3K ultra-fast chargers in the UK. Excellent for quick stops on long journeys.
For more stats like this, check out our monthly Electroverse stats report.
Don't wait around for your charger
When on the go, like many fleet drivers are, you don’t want to be hanging around waiting to find a free charger. That’s why the Electroverse app includes real-time data on the progress of your charge. Your drivers can accurately time their day around essential charges and can provide accurate timings for their destinations.
Find previous charges
Repeating an old route but can’t remember where the best ultra fast charger was? The Electroverse app can tell you! With a simple invoice dashboard, your drivers can track back to an old charge and revisit favourite sites.
No more invoice stress
Don’t bother worrying about missed invoices or confusing location references. Drivers can use the app to pay for their charge and the session automatically gets billed to the business. Fleet drivers can keep track of their individual spending, as well as a simple invoice process for the managers. Your drivers can avoid being out of pocket, and will only pay for what they need.
Charge right from your doorstep
To fully utilise the home charging benefits, our Electroverse app makes it super simple. Your drivers can track their overnight charge as a business session and it will send the invoice directly to the fleet manager. No more waiting on the lengthy invoice process - and the charge is cheaper overall!
For more information, check out our blog on home charging benefits.
And there's more...
Although not part of the app benefits, under Octopus Fleet you can be eligible for our salary sacrifice scheme. You can save up to 40% on public charging costs with a bolt onto your car scheme, and save with every charge. Find out more at Octopus Fleet - Salary Sacrifice.
Driver FAQs
Its all good and well the app being available to drivers - but what if they don't use it? Here's some common questions from fleet drivers when thinking about using the products under Octopus Fleet:
“Why do we need a new fleet management system?”
Why fix what's not broken - we agree, BUT what if it can be better? Although all the traditional fleet solutions have worked for years, the EV fleet is changing the game. So, we need new rules. With Octopus Fleet, we are built to adapt as the market changes, and will be there to evolve with the drivers’ needs. Together, we can grow with fleets - not against them.
“What if I struggle to find a charger?”
Range fears are very common and we understand. It's important to know the UK electric charging network is expanding all the time. Under Octopus Fleet, your drivers will have access to Electroverse for Business, providing the best routes for fleet drivers across the UK. With top level discounts, and the ultimate user experience, drivers can find electric chargers as easily as traditional fuel stations.
“How does a fleet management system benefit me?”
Outside of the company cost benefits - how can you see active savings? Octopus Fleet is compatible with salary sacrifice schemes. You can spend parts of your salary into a car scheme and get reduced tax prices and save up to 40% on public charging. It's a win-win situation.
“How will a charging app save me money?”
Electroverse for Business can help save you money in multiple ways.
Easily track your EV charging costs through the invoice tracking.
Take advantage of the exclusive Electroverse discounts and offers through the app.
Find the most efficient chargers for your vehicle with over 1 million chargers on our network.
Start your day with a full charge using the home reimbursement option through the app.