BVRLA - The Inside Track

Recorded 24 hours after the Chancellor's Budget, Thomas McLennan and Zohra Chagani examine the announcements most relevant to vehicle rental, leasing and fleet operators. The short discussion provides an initial assessment of the measures affecting the sector, helping members understand what has been announced and the potential implications for their businesses. Watch the session back on the BVRLA website: https://www.bvrla.co.uk/home/support/guidance/budget-2026-what-it-means-for-your-business  Contact the BVRLA policy team: [email protected] 

As part of #UsedEVweek, Adam Forshaw caught up with Oliver Phillpott from Generational and Alex Wright from Shoreham Vehicle Auctions. With Generational having recently completed 1,000 battery health checks for the auction house, Oliver and Alex discuss what the data is showing us and what that means for the long-term health of the used electric vehicle market.

This episode of The Inside Track explores the progress, challenges and future of gender diversity in the automotive and motor finance sectors, bringing together a panel of women from across the industry to share their experiences and perspectives. Sally Evans, Lloyds Banking Group Jodie Monaghan, Tusker Vicky Edmonds, EVA England  Hosted by Amanda Brandon, the discussion examines where the sector stands today, why diverse representation matters, the barriers and opportunities women have encountered throughout their careers, and what organisations are doing well to create more inclusive workplaces. The conversation also looks ahead to what more can be done to support women already in the industry and inspire the next generation, concluding with each panellist sharing what meaningful progress on gender diversity would look like in the years ahead

As the used electric vehicle market grows, battery health is becoming a vital part of how vehicles are assessed, valued and sold. In this episode, captured live from MOVE, the team from AVILOO explore how battery testing and certification can give auction houses, dealers, fleets and motorists greater confidence in used EVs. The discussion looks at what battery health tests can reveal, why transparency matters, and how better information can support fairer valuations, stronger buyer confidence and a healthier used EV market. For more information about AVILOO in the UK, visit: https://aviloo.link/bvrla

Chief Executive Toby Poston sits down with Imogen Bhogal for a candid, forward-looking conversation on the realities of the UK’s EV transition. From the impact of the ZEV Mandate to shifting demand across vehicle sectors, they unpack the key forces shaping the road to zero. The discussion dives into the complexities of the used EV market, mounting pressure on residual values, and the very real operational challenges facing leasing, rental and commercial fleet operators today. With insight on charging infrastructure, fleet productivity and the critical role of government support, this episode sets the stage for the conversations that matter, offering a clear-eyed view of where the industry is heading next.