Holman Named 2026 Fleet Management Company of the Year

Holman has been named Fleet Management Company of the Year at the What Van? Awards 2026 for the second year running! We’re also proud to be Highly Commended for Customer Service, after being shortlisted in a total of four categories, including Innovation and Remarketing Company of the Year. These honours reflect what matters most to us: listening to our customers and delivering strategies that make a measurable difference.

The What Van? Awards celebrate excellence and innovation across the light commercial vehicle sector. For Holman, these awards underscore the priorities that will shape fleet management in 2026: managing costs, leveraging data and analytics, and preparing for a zero-emission future.

Reducing Downtime and Managing Costs

When vehicles are off the road, the impact goes far beyond repair bills. It’s lost productivity, additional rental costs, driver disengagement, and reputational risk.
Industry benchmarks indicate an average downtime of 7.2 days, but our customers are achieving an average of just 2.57 days, thanks to predictive maintenance, our Pay-As-You-Go maintenance model, and our expert teams. This approach provides fleets with greater control over repair costs without locking them into rigid contracts – a priority for businesses seeking to remain agile and keep costs down.

Electrification at Scale

With ZEV Mandate targets approaching as well as internal company sustainability goals, fleets are accelerating their transition to electric vehicles. Our work with BT Group to roll out 5,000 EVs shows what’s possible when planning and execution align. From funding strategies to charging infrastructure, we’re helping fleets overcome barriers and move confidently toward zero-emission goals.

Technology and Driver Experience

Behind every fleet is a team of people. That’s why we design technology that’s easy to use, easy to access, and built around real-world challenges. The Holman Driver App was created in collaboration with customers and drivers to make staying connected effortless – simplifying tasks like booking maintenance or requesting support. With integrated telematics providing managers real-time visibility, these tools help fleets stay compliant and efficient. And as the technology and needs evolve, we’ll continue to build on this foundation to deliver solutions that grow with the industry’s needs.

Looking Ahead

As 2026 unfolds, the challenge for fleets will be balancing cost control with innovation, and sustainability with operational practicality. We’re committed to driving what’s right for your fleet – through solutions that reduce downtime, manage costs, and support the transition to EVs.
Talk to our team about how our award-winning approach can help you maximise fleet performance and prepare for the future.