Currys saves £400k and cuts emissions with driver coaching tech

Currys has taken a giant leap toward sustainability and efficiency by slashing over £400,000 from its annual fuel bill using Lightfoot’s driver coaching technology. 

Installed across its delivery fleet of Ford Transits and Iveco Dailys, the system has delivered a 10.8 per cent improvement in fuel efficiency and an 11 per cent drop in CO2 emissions.

The key to Lightfoot’s success lies in its real-time feedback system, which helps drivers adjust their habits on the go, reducing vehicle idling, improving driving standards, and ultimately cutting costs and emissions.

Chris Georgiou, Currys’ Head of Compliance for the supply chain, praised the system’s impact: “Real-time feedback has been a game-changer. It’s helped our drivers become safer and more efficient, while rewards like cash prizes and consumer tech have boosted engagement.”

Since first adopting Lightfoot in 2016, Currys said it has seen various improvements. Risky driving incidents have plummeted by 98 per cent, accidents have been reduced by 15.8 per cent, and fleet performance has increased.

The system’s gamified approach – offering rewards to drivers who meet efficiency targets – has enhanced driver morale and participation, ensuring sustainable driving becomes a part of their daily routine.

Paul Hollick, Managing Director at Lightfoot, said: “Currys has saved hundreds of thousands of pounds and reduced its environmental impact. As they transition to a low-carbon fleet by 2030, we’re proud to support their efforts.”

By 2030, the retailer aims to transition 100 per cent of its company cars and small van fleet, along with 50 per cent of its medium and heavy fleet, to electric or alternative fuel.

As businesses across the UK grapple with rising costs and increasing pressure to adopt greener practices, Currys’ success with Lightfoot offers a compelling case study in the power of innovation. By marrying technology with sustainability goals, the retailer is not only cutting emissions but also ensuring long-term operational efficiency. With savings, safety improvements, and greener roads ahead, it’s clear that driving change – quite literally – is paying off.