The Grosvenor Group

14/08/2026

If you are looking for advice on a range of fleet related topics, Grosvenor has an Insight section on its website with a wide range of Guides for fleet managers and drivers.

Topics range from 'Reducing fuel and energy costs', 'Driving down fleet insurance' and 'Essential checks for hire vehicles' through to 'Driver wellbeing' and 'Tips for driving abroad'.

Why not take a look and distribute them to your drivers for a safer, more efficient and compliant fleet.

https://grosvenor-leasing.co.uk/news/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Facebook&utm_campaign=Guides+section+of+website&utm_id=Guides+section+of+website

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10/07/2026

Are you handing your drivers the keys to a vehicle they don’t understand?

Electric van registrations grew by over 43% this year. But with new tech comes a "hidden training deficit."

An EV is fundamentally different to drive:
• Significantly heavier (affecting braking distances)
• Silent operation (pedestrian risks)
• Regenerative braking (requires new speed management skills)

You wouldn’t let a factory worker use new machinery without training—so why do it with a 3.5-tonne vehicle? Giving a driver an EV without familiarisation increases distraction and collision risks.

A proactive safety policy—"no training, no keys"—is the only way to protect your drivers and your ROI.

Discover how to bridge the EV knowledge gap in our latest report:

https://grosvenor-leasing.co.uk/the-real-cost-of-van-fleet-safety-failures-why-reactive-businesses-pay-more-than-they-realise/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=LinkedIn&utm_campaign=Fleet+Safety+Content+social+post+3&utm_id=Fleet+Safety+Content+social+post+3

06/07/2026

Your vans are "off-duty" for 10 days a year. Here is what it’s costing you.

The UK commercial fleet industry loses a staggering £2.4 billion per year to downtime alone.

A typical van spends:
4 days in planned maintenance
5-6 days in unplanned downtime (accidents/repairs)
That’s 10 days per year that your vehicle isn't earning. At an average cost of £800 per day in lost business, a fleet of 50 vans could be losing 500 working days a year.

As parts delays and garage costs rise, "reactive" businesses are getting hit the hardest. It’s time to move toward a proactive strategy that keeps your drivers mobile and your revenue protected.

Read Grosvenor's full report on why proactive fleets save up to 40% more than reactive ones:

https://grosvenor-leasing.co.uk/the-real-cost-of-van-fleet-safety-failures-why-reactive-businesses-pay-more-than-they-realise/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=LinkedIn&utm_campaign=Fleet+Safety+Content+social+post+2&utm_id=Fleet+Safety+Content+social+post+2

02/07/2026

Is a broken wing mirror really worth £2,000 in sales?

It sounds like a small repair, but the figures tell a different story.

An average van wing mirror costs about £200 to replace. If your business operates on a 10% profit margin, you need to generate £2,000 in new sales just to pay for that one avoidable clip.

With 64% of vans requiring mirror replacements, a fleet of 200 vehicles could be soaking up £25,000 in wasted profit on mirrors alone.

Small scuffs, minor dents, and "operational nuisances" are quietly draining your financial performance. Our latest fleet safety report breaks down the true cost of reactive management and how to shift to a proactive approach that saves money and reduces downtime.

Read the report now:

https://grosvenor-leasing.co.uk/the-real-cost-of-van-fleet-safety-failures-why-reactive-businesses-pay-more-than-they-realise/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Facebook&utm_campaign=Fleet+Safety+Content+social+post+1&utm_id=Fleet+Safety+Content+social+post+1

11/06/2026

Last week was a time for celebration as Grosvenor marked its 45th year in the fleet sector.

For those that didn’t see it, we created a fun AI video to showcase our business through the years.

Back in 1981, when we first opened our doors, we could never have imagined that 45 years on we would be able to create a virtual video like this one.

The fleet sector has also changed beyond recognition over those 4+ decades, and our Vista team is now looking over the horizon once again at what’s next!

For more information about Vista:

https://grosvenor-leasing.co.uk/vista-fleet-consultancy/?utm_source=Facebook+&utm_medium=Facebook&utm_campaign=Vista+45+years+LinkedIn+post&utm_id=Vista+45+years+LinkedIn+post

02/06/2026

“Stand and Deliver" by Adam and the Ants was number 1 in the charts when Grosvenor started trading on June 2nd 1981.

The most popular and best-selling car in the UK was the Ford Cortina.

And Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer were married the following month (July 1981)

To celebrate the classic 80’s and Grosvenor’s 45th birthday, we went back in time so that all staff could enjoy a buffet of treats including space invaders, discos, cheese and pineapple sticks and cans of Fanta.

A huge thank you to everyone that has been part of our journey!

https://grosvenor-leasing.co.uk/grosvenor-celebrates-45-years-by-shaping-the-future-of-business-travel-for-the-next-generation/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=LinkedIn&utm_campaign=45+year+3rd+social+media+post+of+the+buffet+images&utm_id=45+year+3rd+social+media+post+of+the+buffet+images

02/06/2026

As we celebrate 45 years in business today, we are proud to be the largest privately owned contract hire and fleet management company in our sector.

Remaining independent means we retain full control of our decisions and our direction, allowing us to focus on what matters most, which is delivering exceptional service for our customers. This approach has enabled continued investment in our people, technology, and services, helping us achieve industry-leading customer satisfaction levels and earn multiple industry awards.

Pictured are co-owners Richard Johnson (left) and Nicola Johnson (centre), who is also Chairwoman of the Grosvenor Group.

Joining them is Peter Johnson (right), brother of Grosvenor founder Brian Johnson. At 88 years old, Peter remains an active and engaged Director, continuing to contribute his experience and passion to the business that has been at the heart of the Johnson family for 45 years.

02/06/2026

Innovation has always been part of our journey since first opening our doors on this day (2nd June) in 1981.

Reflecting our pioneering spirit, and our fun, friendly culture, we decided to celebrate our 45 years in business with a short AI movie!

Here’s a look back over the decades, with a big thank you to our agency, Engine Creative!

How many AI versions of our staff can you spot?

27/05/2026

Proper vehicle maintenance is essential for safety, reliability, and preserving its value.

This comprehensive guide from Grosvenor covers everything you need to know about maintaining your company vehicle to the highest standards.

https://grosvenor-leasing.co.uk/maintaining-your-company-vehicle-essential-guide-for-drivers/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Facebook&utm_campaign=Maintenance+Guide+May+2026&utm_id=Maintenance+Guide+May+2026

15/04/2026

The doors open tomorrow morning for the Great British Fleet Event.

A one day event at the Arena MK, Milton Keynes.

Its not too late to register if you would like to attend!

Grosvenor is attending as an exhibitor and our sales director, Giles Bolton, is also hosting a Masterclass in Commercial vehicles.

Registration is free via the link below:

https://eventdata.uk/Forms/Form.aspx?FormRef=GBF46Visitor&TrackingCode=GROSVENOR

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