Holman Wins Commercial Fleet Company of the Year Award

We’re delighted to announce that Holman has been recognised as the Commercial Fleet Company of the Year at the 2025 Motor Trader Commercial Industry Awards! This recognition reflects our continued focus on delivering practical, value-driven solutions for commercial fleets.

Our proven Buy-Drive-Service-Sell approach enables customers to optimise fleet performance, reduce vehicle downtime, and achieve maximum return on investment at every stage of the vehicle lifecycle – delivering measurable results for our customers:

• 2.84 days average vehicle off-road (VOR) – that’s 240,000 extra vehicle hours on the road, saving customers £15.5 million annually
• £1.8 million returned to customers through our unique finance lease model
• 500% increase in electric vans and 45% growth in electric cars across managed fleets
• 98% customer retention, including in high-demand sectors like utilities and public services

Our Managing Director, Nick Caller, commented:

“This award belongs to the entire Holman team and our trusted supply chain partners. Their effort and commitment continue to drive us forward – a huge thank you to everyone involved!”

How Our Lifecycle Solutions Deliver Value

Buy – Flexible Funding That Works for You

Our unique finance lease model offers customers complete control with no mileage limits, early termination fees, or wear-and-tear penalties. Customers retain the full profit potential of each vehicle at the end of the lease term, making it an ideal solution for businesses transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs). This flexibility allows them to act tactically, taking advantage of the best EV offers at the right time.

Drive – Improving Safety and Visibility

We help organisations build a culture of safety. Our Driver Risk Management Solutions help businesses protect their drivers while keeping costs under control. In the last year, we’ve completed over 62,000 licence checks, ensuring driver compliance and keeping fleets legal and road-ready.

Service – Minimising Downtime, Controlling Costs

Our proactive maintenance strategy helps customers avoid unnecessary repairs, control costs, and keep vehicles moving. We have a dedicated downtime control team who work closely with suppliers to find the quickest, most cost-effective solutions – ensuring every off-road vehicle gets expert attention until it’s safely back on the road.

Sell – Maximising Residual Value

Our Portfolio Management Solution helps customers identify the optimal time to de-fleet vehicles while maximising remarketing value. All remarketing profits are returned directly to our customers – which was a huge £1.8 million last year.

Preparing Fleets for What’s Next

We continue to support our customers through critical industry shifts, including EV adoption and alternative fuels. From delivering the UK’s largest EV order to hydrogen and HVO trials, we’re helping shape a sustainable future for fleet operations.
If you’re looking for ways to get more from your fleet, contact us today to see how our award-winning solutions can help!