Fleetclear Connect: Driving the future of vehicle rentals

For vehicle rental companies and their customers, juggling multiple software platforms and safety functions can be time-consuming, overwhelming, and inefficient. Fleetclear Connect simplifies this by consolidating all essential features into one powerful platform.

With Fleetclear Connect installed on your rental vehicles, your customers can gain instant access to our all-in-one solution - eliminating the need for additional software or suppliers. Fleetclear Connect helps rental fleets be efficient, compliant and safe with the click of a button.

The challenges of managing rental fleets

For many waste management companies, councils or local authorities, renting specialist vehicles may be the most practical solution when purchasing isn't financially viable. However, this decision can be made following one of the three reasons:

1. In cases of distress, a vehicle breakdown may demand a minimum week-long hire to ensure operations continue.
2. Seasonal needs, such as green waste collection, may require rentals for medium-term hire, typically around six months.
3. For longer commitments, contract-based rentals, which tend to span several years, offer a cost-effective solution for organisations with limited budgets. These contracts often include full maintenance of the vehicle when needed.

Despite the benefits of renting, managing rental vehicles within your fleet brings its own demands, distinct from managing in-house vehicles. A common issue is the lack of compatibility between rental vehicles and their software, and the company’s existing fleet management systems, forcing customers to juggle multiple platforms. Not only can this cause confusion but it’s also an irritating extra administrative task for already busy teams.

Fleet managers commonly ask: Is this software compatible with our DVR cameras? Can I run the reports I need from this platform or do I need to consult more than 1 system to get answers?

‍A centralised, hardware-agnostic platform such as Fleetclear Connect removes these worries.

How Fleetclear Connect changes the rental experience

The benefits of Fleetclear Connect for rental companies:

• Better customer satisfaction - Offer effortless fleet management integration that your customers appreciate.
• Streamlined operations - Reduce the complexity of rental fleet management with a consolidated, all-in-one platform.

The benefits of Fleetclear Connect for end customers:

• Smooth onboarding - Simple set-up ensures seamless integration into existing systems without operational disruptions.
• Reduced costs and save time - Eliminate the need for multiple platforms and associated expenses.
• Improved safety and compliance - Gain real-time oversight of vehicles and enhanced operational safety.
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Fleetclear Connect is changing the way rental vehicles are integrated into fleets. The platform enables seamless onboarding of rental vehicles into the end customer’s existing Fleetclear Connect account, eliminating the need for multiple solutions.

‍“Working with rental companies that have Fleetclear Connect already implemented, lets our customers easily integrate rented vehicles into their existing platform, keeping their fleet fully aligned.” ‍

Jason Maddern, Head of Municipal at Fleetclear

The platform is compatible across fleets, ensuring simple and consistent management. Our work with Endurance Vehicle Solutions (EVS) is a great example of how Fleetclear Connect can be used within the vehicle rental sector. EVS supports councils and specialist contractors across the UK. Their vehicles are equipped with Fleetclear’s systems, allowing customers to access the full platform with ease.

If you rent from EVS, all it takes is a button click and inputting the registration number of a vehicle to start using Fleetclear Connect’s benefits. These include a 360° view of the vehicle via cameras, live monitoring systems, recorded and downloadable footage, and real-time visibility of all vehicles at any time - you can view the extensive list of tools here. Fleet operators can check critical data points like driver performance - monitoring harsh braking, speeding, and other behaviours - through the system.

‍"Equipping rental companies like EVS with Fleetclear Connect gives them the tools to monitor fleet usage with greater accuracy. The platform provides crucial operational insights, helping businesses make more informed decisions about their vehicles and overall efficiency." ‍

Mike Crowther, Business Development Director at Fleetclear

Ready to simplify your rental operations? Contact us today or call +44 (0)1386 630 155 to learn more.