The lexicon for your fleet

Welcome to our fleet lexicon! Discover numerous definitions – from A to Z – of the most important terms relating to vehicle fleets.

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  • Annual car
    Ein Jahreswagen ist eine attraktive Option für die Beschaffung im Fuhrpark
     - When purchasing vehicles for the fleet, many fleet managers opt for annual vehicles. What exactly these vehicles are and what advantages and disadvantages you as a fleet manager should weigh up before buying [...]
  • Authorization
    Die Zulassung ist ein wichtiger Prozess für Fahrzeuge.
     - Registration is an important process that every vehicle has to go through. In this article, you will find out what you need to register your vehicle, how it works and how long it is valid for. With a [...]
  • Autonomous driving
    Autonomes Fahren ist eine der Innovationen in der Mobilitätsbranche.
     - Autonomous driving is considered one of the most groundbreaking innovations in the mobility industry. It promises not only safety on the roads, but also more efficient traffic flows and a further step towards […]
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  • Car Allowance
    Für einige Mitarbeiter ist eine Car Allowance vorteilhaft, da sie lieber mit dem eigenen Privatfahrzeug fahren
     - Companies that want to ensure the mobility of their employees usually provide them with company cars or pool vehicles. Efficient pool vehicle management plays a decisive role in ensuring [...]
  • Car Policy
    The Car Policy is an important guideline for fleet managers and employees.
     - A car policy forms the foundation of structured fleet management and provides clear guidelines for handling company vehicles. But what exactly is a car policy and why is it so important? [...]
  • Car subscription
    A car subscription is a flexible mobility concept and a good alternative to conventional company cars.
     - More and more companies and private individuals are opting for a car subscription as a modern alternative to traditional leasing or purchase models. But what exactly is a car subscription and what advantages does it offer? What is meant by [...]
  • Catalog of fines
    Der Bußgeldkatalog ist ein wichtiges Instrument der Verkehrsüberwachung
     - The catalog of fines is an important instrument of traffic monitoring. We explain which violations are regulated in the catalog of fines and what appeal options are available. The catalog of fines in Germany [...]
  • Company bike
    The company bike is a practical mobility alternative for the vehicle fleet
     - The company bike is becoming increasingly popular as an environmentally friendly alternative to the company car. Companies are increasingly turning to this model to integrate sustainable mobility solutions into their fleet and […]
  • Company car
    An employee drives a company car
     - A company car is an important part of many companies and offers employees and the self-employed an attractive opportunity to remain mobile for business and often also privately. What is a company car? A company car is a vehicle used for business purposes that is available either exclusively for business purposes or also for private […]
  • Corporate car sharing
    Corporate car sharing has many advantages for a company's vehicle fleet.
     - Corporate car sharing offers companies a flexible and cost-efficient way of making optimum use of their vehicle fleet. But what is behind this concept and what advantages does it offer in fleet management? [...]
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  • DGUV (Regulation 70)
    The DGUV ( regulation 70) ensures greater safety in the vehicle fleet.
     - DGUV Regulation 70 is a central guideline for the safe operation of vehicles in companies. It is one of the regulations of the German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV) [...]
  • Driver's license check
    An employee holds his driver's license ready for the driver's license check.
     - Regular driving license checks by the employer are a legally prescribed measure to safeguard companies and fulfil their owner obligations. As part of professional fleet management, it is essential in order to avoid legal risks and potential liability issues. Why is the driver’s license check important? According to § 21 StVG (Road Traffic Act), a […]
  • Driving license classes
    Führerscheinklassen sind wichtige Kategorien, wenn es um die Erlaubnis zum Fahren eines Fahrzeuges geht.
     - Driving license categories are important categories when it comes to permission to drive a vehicle. In this article, you will find out what driving license categories are and what different driving license categories there are. [...]
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  • E-Fuels
    Refueling with e-fuels is an alternative to conventional fuels for more sustainable mobility.
     - E-fuels are considered a promising alternative to fossil fuels and are playing a growing role in sustainable mobility. In fleet management in particular, they can be a solution for reducing CO₂ emissions while continuing to use existing vehicle fleets efficiently. What are e-fuels? E-fuels, also known as synthetic fuels, are produced by using renewable energies. […]
  • Eco-Driving
    Dank Eco-Driving können im Fuhrpark die Kosten gesenkt werden.
     - More and more companies are encouraging their drivers to adopt an ecological driving style. This not only helps to reduce costs, but also to meet environmental targets. What eco-driving is all about [...]
  • Electromobility
    Electric cars charging at the charging station as a symbol of electromobility
     - Electromobility is becoming increasingly important and represents a sustainable alternative to conventional drives. Companies in particular benefit from integrating electric vehicles into their fleets. What is electromobility? Electromobility refers to the use of electrically powered vehicles as an alternative to conventional combustion engines. These vehicles draw their energy from batteries that are charged at special […]
  • Environmental badge
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     - There are 39 environmental zones in Germany that only vehicles with a green environmental badge are allowed to drive in. But what exactly is an environmental badge, how do you get one and how long is such a badge valid? We [...]
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  • Fleet insurance
    Ein Flottenmanager schließt eine Flottenversicherung ab.
     - Fleet insurance is a tailor-made insurance solution for companies that operate several vehicles in their fleet. It offers an efficient way of insuring all company vehicles under one policy, thus minimizing costs and administrative effort. What is fleet insurance? Fleet insurance is a special form of car insurance that was developed for companies with a […]
  • Fleet Manager
    A fleet manager goes through the tasks in the fleet with an employee
     - The fleet manager plays a central role in the company when it comes to the management, safety and cost-effectiveness of the vehicle fleet. What is a fleet manager? A fleet manager is responsible for the organization and management of a company’s entire fleet . This involves not only managing the vehicles, but also strategic decisions, […]
  • Fleet Software
    A fleet manager uses his laptop to familiarize himself with fleet management software
     - Managing a fleet of vehicles can be complex and time-consuming – this is exactly where fleet software comes into play. It supports companies in managing their fleet efficiently, legally compliant and cost-optimized. What is fleet software? Fleet software is a digital solution for managing and controlling company vehicles. It bundles all relevant information centrally and […]
  • Fuel Management
    Ein effizientes Kraftstoffmanagement kann die Kosten und den Kraftstoffverbrauch senken.
     - The vehicle fleet is one of the largest cost centers in many companies. Expenditure on petrol, diesel, etc. is particularly costly. Efficient fuel management is therefore essential. In this article [...]
  • Full-service leasing
    One employee sits in a company car that the company obtains via full-service leasing.
     - Full-service leasing is a popular form of financing in fleet management that goes far beyond pure vehicle rental. It offers companies a comprehensive solution for the use of vehicles – including maintenance, repair, insurance and other services. What is full-service leasing? With full-service leasing, a vehicle is not only provided for a monthly leasing rate, […]
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  • Green insurance card
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     - Many drivers traveling in other European countries always have their green insurance card to hand. But the card is no longer green and in many countries it is not even mandatory. Why it [...]
  • Gross list price
    Der Bruttolistenpreis ist eine wichtige Kennzahl im Fuhrpark
     - The gross list price is an important key figure when it comes to the taxation of the private use of company cars. In this article, you will learn what the gross list price for company cars is, what it [...]
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  • International driving license
    Internationale Führerscheine werden außerhalb Europas oft benötigt, um eine gültige Fahrerlaubnis vorzuweisen.
     - An international driving license is an important document that allows you to drive a vehicle abroad. In this article you will find out where you need it, how to obtain it and what consequences [...]
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  • Long-term rental
    Die Langzeitmiete ist eine flexible Option für Fuhrparkmanager, die den Mobilitätsbedarf im Fuhrpark decken oder alternative Antriebe testen möchten
     - In addition to purchasing or leasing vehicles, long-term car rental is an attractive alternative for many fleet managers. This is because it allows fleets to respond to increased vehicle requirements, for example [...]
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  • Main inspection
    Die Hauptuntersuchung ist auch als TÜV bekannt und gehört zu den Pflichtterminen im Fuhrpark.
     - Whether company car or pool vehicle, the main inspection is one of the mandatory appointments in the vehicle fleet. But how often do vehicles have to undergo a general inspection, what is checked and what happens if a vehicle fails? Here [...]
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  • No-claims class
    Das System der Schadenfreiheitsklasse, kurz auch SF-Klasse wird von Kfz-Versicherungen verwendet, um die Prämienhöhe für die Kfz-Haftpflicht- und Vollkaskoversicherung zu bestimmen.
     - Those who drive accident-free for many years are rewarded by the insurance company and have to pay a lower insurance premium. In this article, you will find out exactly what a no-claims bonus is, which [...]
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  • Operating costs
    Operating costs are an important factor in fleet management.
     - Operating costs are far more than just figures on a balance sheet - they are the engine that keeps a company's operations and fleet running. But what exactly is behind this term [...]
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  • Procurement
    Procurement is one of the essential tasks of a fleet manager.
     - Procurement is an essential part of every company, as it lays the foundation for smooth processes. Whether vehicles, skilled workers or specialized software - strategic procurement ensures that [...]
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  • Residual value
    Der Restwert ist eine wichtige Größe im Fuhrparkmanagement.
     - Residual value is an important parameter in a vehicle fleet and essential for efficient fleet management. Here you can find out what residual value is, which methods can be used to determine it and what influences it [...]
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  • Tire management
    Zum Reifenmanagement im Fuhrpark gehört der regelmäßige Reifenwechel und die Überprüfung des Reifendrucks sowie der Profiltiefe
     - Tire management is one of the most important tasks in a vehicle fleet. After all, tires have a direct influence on fuel consumption and the road safety of vehicles. In this article you will learn how [...]
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  • Vehicle Fleet
    The fleet of a company with various vehicles
     - A fleet comprises all vehicles available to a company or organization – regardless of whether they are cars, vans, trucks, e-vehicles or special vehicles. The aim of professional fleet management is to make mobility economical, safe and sustainable. What is part of the fleet? The vehicle fleet includes all vehicles that are owned, leased or […]
  • Vehicle identification number
    Die Fahrzeugidentifikationsnummer ist eine unverwechselbare, 17-stellige Nummer. Diese ist an verschiedenen Stellen am und im Fahrzeug zu finden.
     - Every vehicle has it: the unique vehicle identification number. In this article, we explain the meaning of the VIN, its structure and why it is so important in the vehicle fleet. The vehicle identification number [...]
  • Vehicle inspection
    A vehicle inspection is carried out by a qualified person on the company vehicle.
     - Regular vehicle inspections are essential for the safety and smooth operation of a vehicle fleet. Companies are obliged to inspect their vehicles at set intervals in order to prevent accidents and meet legal requirements. Particularly relevant here is the UVV vehicle inspection, which is regulated by the accident prevention regulations (UVV) of the German Social […]
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  • Wallbox
    Eine Wallbox kann viel Zeit beim Laden von E-Fahrzeugen sparen.
     - A wallbox is specially developed for charging electric vehicles and enables charging at home or at work. Here you can find out exactly what a wallbox is, how it works and whether a wallbox [...]
  • Way to work
    The journey to work is the distance between the place of residence and the first place of work. It is important for the taxation of company cars.
     - The journey to work, often defined as the distance between home and the first place of work, plays an important role in fleet management and company car use. Tax regulations, in particular for [...]
  • Winter tire obligation
    Die Winterreifenpflicht sorgt für mehr Verkehrssicherheit.
     - Winter tires are essential for safe driving in winter weather conditions. Here you can find out what the winter tire requirement is, when it applies and the consequences of failing to comply with the [...]
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