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Vehicle utilisation

Optimise fleet productivity

Getting the most from every vehicle

Having the right number of vehicles — not too many, not too few — is one of the biggest levers in managing a fleet well. Our vehicle utilisation services help you balance capacity, cost and performance so your fleet works harder, smarter, and more efficiently.

Balance productivity and cost in your favour

Vehicle utilisation is one of the biggest drivers of fleet cost and efficiency. Under-used vehicles waste capital, while overuse can increase the risk breakdowns and higher maintenance costs.

With clear visibility into how often and how far vehicles are used, you can make smarter, data-driven decisions that reduce waste and improve performance.

Improved utilisation also supports sustainability and compliance goals.

Cutting idle time, and improving efficiency can lower fuel use, reduce emissions, and minimise operating risks—all while ensuring your fleet delivers maximum value.

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Steps to optimise your fleet

By reviewing your telematics data, our team of Strategic Advisors can analyse the current vehicle utilisation of your fleet, and support you to:

Assess current fleet operation — review usage patterns, idle times, trip data, and fleet mix.
Right-size your fleet — determine if you have surplus vehicles or gaps in capacity.
Optimise vehicle mix — align vehicle types (vans, utes, EVs) with actual use cases.
Apply technology and data tools — use telematics, predictive maintenance, and route optimisation tools to improve efficiency.
Create a utilisation improvement roadmap — define measurable short and medium-term goals.

Your organisation can expect to:

Reduce capital and operational costs by cutting under-used assets
Decrease downtime and maintenance risk
Maximise return on investment per vehicle
Support emission reduction and regulatory goals
Improve responsiveness to changing fleet demand

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Smarter fleet management, backed by experience

When you partner with Custom Fleet, you’re not just accessing vehicles—you’re tapping into decades of experience and proven strategies that deliver real value across Australia and New Zealand.

We bring to the tablr:

Deep regional expertise in fleet planning and operations, helping businesses of all sizes design cost-effective, scalable solutions.
Advanced tools and technology including FleetTrak^TM telematics, Autofleet optimisation, and fleet analytics, giving you clear visibility and control over your assets.
Strategic insight drawn from the global Element network, ensuring you benefit from best practices and innovations across international markets.
Hands-on collaboration with our dedicated team, who work alongside you to turn data into action and drive measurable improvements in performance.

The result is smarter, more efficient fleet management—backed by insights, innovation, and people who understand your goals.

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Ready to enhance your fleet utilisation?

It’s not just about leasing more or buying bigger — it’s about smarter use. Talk to us today about vehicle utilisation and fleet optimisation.

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