During 2014, Volvo launched its new Volvo Car Business Centre (VCBC), taking the pressure off company car managers with on-call tailored advice from a dedicated expert support team.

The VCBC is based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, supporting the Volvo Car UK national dealer network as well as 25 regional dealer-run business centres. Business buyers who contact the Centre are given their own FSA-trained account manager who listens to their needs and gives expert advice on model and engine ranges, as well as tailored guidance on funding options, employee schemes and service and maintenance packages.

Also launched during 2014 was a scheme designed to help reduce risks and costs for fleets, called Co-Pilot.

The scheme was developed in conjunction with Volvo’s driver risk consultancy partner, Fleet21 and is a free of charge support package for every company buying or leasing its first Volvo. The package includes a fleet policy drawn up by legal experts, licence checks, driver handbooks and online risk assessments for up to 20 drivers.

Volvo’s mission statement is that by 2020, no-one will be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo.

This programme helps contribute towards that goal by insuring that the necessary advice is given to SMEs to help them get on top of their legal and social obligations, plus ensuring the safety of their fleets and drivers.
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