Licence Check has rolled out a number of new features for its fleet management platform, DAVIS Fleet, adding tools for vehicle inspections, defect management, Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) taxation, fines management, and downtime analysis.
The updates are part of an ongoing development of DAVIS Fleet, which sits within the broader DAVIS (Driver and Vehicle Information Solutions) risk management system. The platform processes a continuous stream of fleet-related data to help fleet managers identify risks, monitor trends, and streamline operations.
The latest features aim to enhance the platform’s utility, offering more tools to assist in day-to-day fleet management. Many of the additions, according to Licence Check, were developed based on client feedback.
A key enhancement is a new defect management capability integrated with the DAVIS Driver App, introduced last year. Drivers can now conduct walk-around vehicle inspections directly through the app, attaching photos and notes for any defects identified. These are immediately visible in a new Defect Management dashboard, allowing fleet managers to assess severity and coordinate repairs.
The app also now supports document sharing between managers and drivers. Managers can upload fleet policies or emergency contact details and request electronic signatures to confirm receipt and agreement—adding a layer of accountability and improving internal communication.
Another significant addition is a BIK tax reporting tool. The feature calculates tax liabilities through to the 2029/30 tax year across different tax bands and includes automatic capture of electric vehicle ranges and CO2 emissions, reducing the need for manual data entry.
The platform’s new downtime reporting tool tracks vehicle availability and helps assess the reliability of specific models. Licence Check says this data can be used to open discussions with manufacturers when reliability issues affect operations.
The new fines management system allows fleet operators to log and assign charges such as speeding tickets or congestion fees to individual drivers and vehicles. It highlights repeat offenders and supports internal recharge processes. All records are stored for at least three years, aiding in dispute resolution and audit compliance.
Licence Check managing director Keith Allen said the updates are part of a broader shift toward positioning DAVIS as a full-service fleet management solution.
“Our primary aim is to help fleet managers manage their fleets in a more cost-effective, risk-efficient and sustainable manner,” Allen said. “These new features consolidate vital fleet information into one integrated solution to allow fleet managers to do their job more effectively.”
The company says additional updates to the platform are planned in the near future.
