Toyota Hybrids to Aid SSC's Green Ambitions

Toyota hybrid technology will now be seen coming to SCC's aid to help fulfill its ambitions to operate a fleet of sub-100g/km vehicles. The company, Europe's largest independent IT services provider, employs more than 2,000 people from 11 UK locations, and many more across Europe. It runs a 350-strong user-chooser fleet, and is now focusing on reducing its carbon footprint by encouraging the take-up of low-emissions vehicles.

This is where Toyota hybrids come into play, by proving the perfect option for many drivers, acquired through Toyota and Lexus Fleet Services. Steve Deeley, SCC's fleet manager, said, "We have a green-focused culture and look to reflect that in the vehicles that make up our fleet." He further explained, "We have seen the Auris Hybrid Touring Sports in particular proving very popular since we introduced it as a user-chooser option for our area managers and engineers. It helps us meet our sub-100g/km ambitions, but it is spacious, practical and comfortable, too. It also comes with tax benefits for the business and for the drivers, which all adds to its appeal."

Auris Hybrid Touring Sports has a benefit-in-kind rating for company car taxation of 11 per cent and qualifies for zero annual road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty), thanks to its low emissions.