Tom Bateman

Batteries don’t usually fail all of a sudden. They wear out slowly, often without warning, until one day the engine won’t start. Every fleet has dealt with the unexpected non-starter on a tight schedule. But what if you could predict battery lifespan more accurately, get replacements lined up in advance and significantly cut downtime? How

Vehicle battery problems often aren’t just about low charge. Most of the time, something inside the battery is wearing out or failing. That’s why knowing how battery testing works helps you spot problems faster, especially when you already know your vehicles and how they’re used. This guide explains the main types of battery testing, what each one

A truck engine in your fleet doesn’t start. The driver’s already behind schedule. There’s pressure to find the fault, fix it fast and get back on the road. And it’s not even the first tea break on Monday. As you know, the battery is more often than not the problem. But before you jumpstart it

You know the drill. Your parcel delivery driver gets stuck outside a countryside farm. Your bus has to let all its passengers off. Your ambulance won’t start. The consequences are immediate and severe, and it all comes down to a dead battery. But here’s the kicker: most battery failures are preventable. In fact, the right

As a fleet manager, there’s something strangely unsettling yet completely normal about that unmistakable sound of a car struggling to start. When that sound happens, the battery is usually the first thing you think of. But before it gets to that point, there are usually a few telltale signs that a battery is heading for

The 12-volt battery issues in your fleet could be a silent productivity killer, even if you run EVs. Usually, no one notices battery problems until it’s too late. If you want your fleet to run like clockwork, you should check your batteries regularly. You need to know exactly when to act, or risk being caught

If you manage an electric vehicle fleet, you’ll know how disruptive battery issues can be. A flat or failing battery doesn’t just sideline a vehicle; it can throw off your schedule, your drivers and your bottom line. Good battery management puts you back in control. With the right tools and approach, you’ll keep your vehicles

With over 1.4 million Electric Vehicles on the road in 2024 and a large push from government and vehicle manufacturers for drivers to switch over to EV’s, service centres have long been wondering how they will be able to service this ‘new’ vehicle type. For servicing and support, will EV drivers need to visit OEM