Episodes

Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Post Autumn Budget 2025 special: mileage-based levy focus
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Explore the government’s new mileage-based levy on electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles starting in 2028. We break down what this means for EV owners and fleets, the potential impact on EV adoption, and how the Expensive Car Supplement threshold adjustment could ease costs for higher-value electric cars.

Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Post Autumn Budget 2025 special: ECOS tax focus
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Dive into the postponed taxation changes on Employee Car Ownership Schemes (ECOS) and why this delay matters for drivers, manufacturers, and fleets. We discuss how ECOS supports affordable access to vehicles and the potential consequences if the tax changes had come into force earlier.

Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Post Autumn Budget 2025 special: Fuel Duty and energy costs focus
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Fuel duty cuts are being phased out, but what does this mean for petrol, diesel, and electric vehicle drivers? We discuss the evolving fuel pricing landscape, government measures to help consumers find cheaper fuel, and the critical energy reforms supporting the UK’s growing EV market.

Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Post Autumn Budget 2025 special: Capital Allowances focus
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Understand the latest changes to capital allowances for zero-emission vehicles, charging infrastructure, and commercial vehicle leasing. We explore how these tax incentives and reductions affect fleet investment decisions and the future of plug-in hybrid vehicles.

Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Post Autumn Budget 2025 special: Grant extensions and market growth focus
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
The Electric Car Grant has been extended, but uncertainty remains around van grants. Join us as we examine how these incentives influence market growth, the challenges facing electric van adoption, and what operators need to consider in this evolving landscape.

Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Post Autumn Budget 2025 special - Salary Sacrifice
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Matthew Walters, Head of Consultancy and Customer Value, sits down with Specialist Consultant Phil Jones to unpack the ins and outs of Salary Sacrifice in the wake of the budget.

Friday Nov 28, 2025
Post Autumn Budget 2025 special
Friday Nov 28, 2025
Friday Nov 28, 2025
Join Matthew Walters, Head of Consultancy and Customer Value and Specialist Consultants Dom Surlis and Tash Turner, as they uncover and discuss the budget’s biggest impacts.
In this episode we explore:
- New mileage levy
- The delay in ECOS taxation
- Fuel Duty cut changes
- Changes in capital allowances
- Grant extensions
We’re here to help you stay ahead in the wake of these changes.

Monday Mar 31, 2025
Monday Mar 31, 2025
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

Monday Mar 31, 2025
Latest Commercial Vehicle Fleet Insights
Monday Mar 31, 2025
Monday Mar 31, 2025
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

Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Reflecting on the Spring Statement – and the wider outlook for fleets.
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
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.

