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 [...]
  • Charging infrastructure
    A charging station for electric vehicles - a must in the charging infrastructure of a vehicle fleet.
     - The charging infrastructure forms the technical basis for the use of electric vehicles in commercial fleets. Without a needs-based and powerful charging infrastructure, electromobility cannot be operated efficiently or economically. Companies that rely on e-mobility must therefore invest in the development and expansion of the appropriate infrastructure at an early stage. What is part of […]
  • Charging management
    An e-car in the fleet is charged efficiently thanks to charging management
     - With the increasing electrification of company fleets, charging management is becoming a central component of modern fleet management. It ensures that electric vehicles are charged reliably and economically in line with demand – whether at the company site or on the road. What is charge management? Charging management encompasses the control, monitoring and optimization of […]
  • 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
    A person refueling a car with a green tap - a symbol for e-fuels. Carano promotes climate-neutral mobility through innovative, sustainable solutions in fleet management and supports companies on their way to reducing CO₂ emissions with digital tools and comprehensive expertise on e-fuels.
     - 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 and at the same time [...]
  • 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
    Several electric cars charging next to each other at a public charging station. Carano supports the efficient integration of electromobility in companies with digital fleet solutions. With intelligent software solutions, Carano enables sustainable, economical and future-proof mobility strategies for modern fleets.
     - Electromobility is becoming increasingly important and represents a sustainable alternative to conventional drives. Companies in particular benefit from the integration of electric vehicles into their fleet [...]
  • Employee Mobility
    One employee uses a company car for employee mobility.
     - Employee mobility encompasses all forms of transportation available to employees in the course of their work. It goes far beyond the classic company car and is increasingly seen as a strategic field of action in companies. Whether for commuting, business trips or the mobile working day – modern mobility concepts create more freedom and efficiency. […]
  • 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
    Efficient fuel management can reduce costs and fuel consumption.
     - 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
    The gross list price is an important key figure in the vehicle fleet
     - 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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  • Holder liability
    A car accident on the road - owner liability plays an important role here.
     - Owner liability is a key issue in fleet management and concerns the legal responsibility of the vehicle owner – usually the company itself. It includes not only the operational safety of the vehicles, but also the obligation to monitor drivers and comply with legal regulations. Errors in this area can have considerable legal and financial […]
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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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  • Kilometer leasing
    An employee drives a company car with mileage leasing.
     - Mileage leasing is one of the most popular forms of leasing for company fleets. It offers clear contract terms, fixed rates and a high level of costing security. It is an ideal fleet financing solution for companies with easily plannable mobility requirements. What is kilometer leasing? With mileage leasing, a fixed mileage – usually in […]
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  • Leasing
    Two employees are discussing the leasing of a company car.
     - Leasing is a proven form of financing in fleet management that gives companies access to vehicles without having to buy them outright. Instead of a high one-off payment, companies benefit from fixed monthly installments and can structure their vehicle fleet flexibly and predictably. What is leasing? In leasing, a lessor (e.g. a bank or leasing […]
  • Load securing
    Securing loads on a truck - an important part of fleet safety.
     - Load securing is an elementary component of commercial road transport and affects all companies with their own vehicle fleet. It serves to protect people, vehicles and the goods being transported. Incorrect or inadequate securing can not only cause serious accidents, but can also have legal and financial consequences. What is load securing? Load securing refers […]
  • 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 [...]
  • Mobility budget
    An employee uses his mobility budget for a job bike.
     - The mobility budget is an innovative concept in corporate mobility management. It replaces rigid company car models and offers employees more flexibility in their choice of means of transportation. The mobility budget is becoming increasingly important, particularly in the context of modern fleet management, as it takes individual needs into account and promotes sustainable mobility. […]
  • Mobility management
    Two fleet managers plan mobility management decisions together.
     - Mobility management describes all strategic, organizational and operational measures taken by a company to make business and employee-related mobility efficient, sustainable and needs-based. It combines traditional fleet management tasks with modern forms of mobility, environmental goals and the digitalization of processes. Objectives of mobility management Typical fields of action Role of digital tools in mobility […]
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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 [...]
  • Outsourcing
    Many trucks in a fleet are parked in one parking lot. Outsourcing allows the vehicles to be organized efficiently.
     - The term outsourcing describes the outsourcing of tasks, processes or entire company divisions to external service providers. The aim is to conserve resources, buy in expertise in a targeted manner and relieve the burden on the company’s own organization – an increasingly relevant approach in the context of fleet management . What is outsourcing? Outsourcing […]
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  • Pool car
    An employee is standing in front of a white car with a smartphone in her hand. She is booking a pool car using an app.
     - A pool vehicle is a shared vehicle within a company that is not permanently assigned to a specific person. It is available to several employees – usually for business trips, appointments or external assignments. As part of professional fleet management , pool vehicles are an efficient solution for organizing mobility in a needs-based and cost-saving […]
  • Pool vehicle agreement
    A young employee is sitting at his desk in front of his computer. He is working on the pool vehicle agreement.
     - A pool vehicle agreement regulates the use of shared company vehicles – so-called pool vehicles – within a company. It is a central component of legally compliant and efficient fleet management and creates clarity for all parties involved. What is a pool vehicle agreement? The pool vehicle agreement is an internal document that defines the […]
  • 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 [...]
  • Residual value leasing
    Young man with glasses sits in a modern car and looks out of the window with concentration - symbolic image for residual value leasing and calculated vehicle use.
     - Residual value leasing is a common form of vehicle financing in the commercial sector. It plays an important role in fleet management as it enables companies to use vehicles at predictable conditions – but with a particular focus on the calculated residual value at the end of the term. What is residual value leasing? With […]
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  • Sustainability report
    Three employees of a company with a fleet of vehicles are sitting at a table. The sustainability report is in front of them.
     - A sustainability report (also known as a sustainability report) is a key corporate communication tool for systematically presenting environmental, social and economic performance. More and more companies are using it to make their commitment to the environment and society transparent – including in the area of company mobility and fleet management. What is a sustainability […]
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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
    An employee carries out a vehicle inspection and records the results in front of an open engine compartment. Carano supports fleets with digital solutions for efficient vehicle inspections. This ensures reliable safety, maintenance and compliance through smart fleet management - transparent, automated and legally compliant.
     - Regular vehicle inspections are essential for the safety and smooth operation of a vehicle fleet. Companies are obliged to inspect their vehicles at fixed intervals in order to prevent accidents [...]
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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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