LeasePlan has published an ebook to help commercial vehicle fleets (including HGV operators) maximise their operational efficiency.

With daily fleet off-road costs calculated at over £700, the ebook, How to build a world-class commercial fleet, outlines four steps for fleets to make sure commercial fleets are as efficient, driver-friendly, compliant and service focused as possible.

These steps include business analysis, funding assessment, deal negotiation and understand outsourcing.

Mark Lovett, head of commercial vehicles at LeasePlan, said: "Managing off-road time is a major concern for every commercial vehicle fleet operator, however this is not the only area where savings can be found.

"This LeasePlan guide is designed to show that a few simple steps can go a long way to cutting avoidable commercial vehicle fleet costs.
 
"We understand the intricacies inherent in commercial vehicle management and this ebook will hopefully provide a useful first point of reference for those responsible for commercial vehicle fleets."

The ebook can be downloaded here.