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What do you need to know about the new paperless driving licence?

Motoring Advice

This year driving licences in the UK will all go paperless as the government continues to press ahead with its plan to digitize your motoring records.

A government spokesperson has clarified: “The reason for abolishing the counterpart is to reduce the burden on motorists.”

So will it really make your life easier? How does this all affect you?

We will answer all your questions here:

When exactly are these changes happening?

All paper counterparts will no longer be valid from 8th June this year. The DVLA are also advising all drivers to destroy their paper counterparts. The date will be on your doorstep before you know it!

Licence issued before 1998? Do you need to get a new one?

Your licence will still be valid until it is due for renewal.

The next time you need to update your name, address or renew your licence, you will be issued with a photocard only. So no immediate action needed.

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How can you check your driving record if you need to?

All of your details will be compiled on to an online database that you will be able to access anytime.

If you do prefer things a little more 20th century though you can still request your records either by telephone or post.

How will the business owners and employers of the UK be affected?

A similar site for employers, allowing them to check the driving details of possible employees, is planned for launch at some point this year. A date has not yet been released.

Oh and the change will also save you from paying £20 if you need to replace a lost or damaged paper counterpart.

To save even more money, why not check out all of CVSL’s latest offers here.

Top 4 benefits of car leasing?

Car Leasing, Company News

Do you see a brand-new car down your road? Why not try leasing.

This week we are looking at the benefits of leasing.

First things first: what is it? Vehicle leasing is the use of a motor vehicle for a fixed period of time at an agreed amount of money. Pretty simple stuff, so what are the top 4 benefits…

1. Avoiding unforeseen expenditure.

Leasing a car, you will benefit from avoiding any unforeseen expenditure with a set of monthly payments scheduled throughout the duration of the lease agreement.

In addition to this benefit, you can apply an extra fee to the monthly bill in order to have maintenance and servicing covered. Definitely one more thing off your busy mind!

2. Vehicle depreciation? No worries.

Once the lease period has lapsed (usually two, three or four years), you simply return the car, not having to worry about the value of your vehicle decreasing because the job of selling it falls upon the lease company. Ensuring you’re always driving one of the latest models, no hassles.

3. Low monthly payments.

Monthly payments are often significantly lower than they are for buying a car on finance, meaning you could be driving your dream car WITHOUT the nightmare price hanging over your head.

4. Get the most for your money.

The cost of leasing compared with buying can vary depending on the make, model and version of your chosen vehicle. For example, a Ford Focus Estate 2.0 TDCi 140 Titanium 5dr depreciates quickly, retaining less than 40% of its initial value after three years, so this would definitely be cheaper to lease than buy.

Car leasing or purchasing… there’s only one clear option. Why not take a look at our latest offers? More information regarding vehicle leasing can be found here.

What are the benefits of contract hire?

Car Leasing

Are you considering a brand-new car? Why not try contract hire.

Today we are looking at the benefits of contract hire.

First of all: what is contract hire? Contract hire is a car leasing finance option available for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.

So why go for contract hire?
If you are a business owner the last thing that you would want is to worry about buying brand new expensive cars when you can lease one for a low and fixed monthly rental payment.

Another benefit is that all cars are brand new so you don’t need to worry about expensive maintenance (however if you do want that extra security we do offer optional maintenance packages).

Claiming back VAT
Another benefit of contract hire is that VAT registered companies can claim back 50% of the VAT on cars and 100% on vans. You also don’t need to declare your car or van as an asset your balance sheet.
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Low monthly payments
Another benefit is that your monthly payments are a lot lower than if you were financing the total cost of the vehicle. Plus you can afford to lease your dream car!

A new car every 2, 3, 4 years
If you are meeting clients you wouldn’t want to be seen in an old banger would you? Contract hire allows you to drive a new car at all times. And if you contract hire has finished you can just a pick a new car without spending £40.000 or more.

Depreciation
Another great thing about leasing is that you don’t need to worry about the car losing value as it ages. Also you don’t need to go through the hassle of selling it you just hand they keys back to us.

Convinced? Why not take a look at our latest offers?  More information about contract hire can be found here.

CVSL and AlphaElectric unveil new add on packages

Company News, Fleet Industry News

When considering incorporating electric vehicles (EVs) into your fleet, you might think they won’t be practical for occasions such as long journey distances, larger number of passengers or bigger load, but with CVSL this won’t be a problem.

In partnership with AlphaElectric, CVSL is proud to present its new mobility package add on, which allows access to a specified number of day’s rental (7, 12, 24 and 35) to suit your requirements. The rentals can be booked and tracked via our online platform and everything – even extra charges like delivery, collection and airport charges – is included.

CVSL and AlphaElectric are also offering a range of innovative electric products, take a look and choose the best one for your business:

AlphaElectric Chargecard

Eliminating the need to have multiple charging cards for different networks, the AlphaElectric Chargecard is a one card solution which provides:

• Access to 85% of the UK’s public charging network
• Access to multiple Plugged In Places (PIP) Schemes
• Pay per use option

And to make it even easier, you can find the nearest charging points on the AlphaGuide App.

Flexible leasing options

The Discovery and Comfort packages offer a reduced risk approach to implementing electric vehicles into your fleet:

  • Discovery package: this package allows you to try before committing, giving you access to an electric vehicle over a 3 or 6 months period. It after that you decide an electric vehicle is a good idea for your business, we will offer a discount off your new lease.
  • Comfort package: our comfort package takes off the pressure of taking on a long-term lease, by offering reduced cost early termination (within 6 months) and the option to replace the electric vehicle with a traditional combustion engine vehicle.

AlphaCity Corporate CarSharing

When the journey is longer, passenger numbers are higher or loads are larger and an electric vehicle isn’t suitable, AlphaCity is an easy solution.

After registering, receiving their login details and card, all the driver has to do is reserve the vehicle for the time and date required using our online platform. Besides the convenience of booking online, there is also no need for a key, as the access cards act as the driver’s key.

Does one of these packages sound like it is just what you need? Contact CVSL on 0800 085 4256 for more information.

Flexible long-term rental – ideal for new starters

Car Leasing

Do you need to acquire a long term rental vehicle however a typical contract hire vehicle is not an option?

For example do you need a vehicle for new starters waiting for their new vehicle or for employees on a fixed term secondment? CVSL’s Flexible Long Term rental solution could be the answer you have been looking for.

By choosing our Flexible Long Term rental solution you can have access to over 600 vehicles throughout the UK.

Choose from small compacts, medium saloons, estates, Plug-In Electric and luxury vehicles. A variety of engine and fuel types are available within our multi make range including Manual, Automatic, Petrol, Diesel and Electric.

All vehicles are CO2 efficient, highly specified, have Bluetooth as standard and under 2 years old.

Benefits of choosing our Flexible Long Term Rental Fleet:

  • Access to over 600 multi marque vehicles
  • Bluetooth as standard in all vehicles
  • Satellite Navigation available on selected models
  • Highly efficient and low CO2 vehicles providing lower running costs

Our expert team are available to discuss your requirements, our vehicle availability and the variety of options we offer. Call us today on 0800 0854256.