THE CAR AND TRUCK FLEET AND LEASING MANAGEMENT MAGAZINE
Fleets continue to use tried and true methods to curb fuel spend, but as technologies evolve and new trends arise, staying on top of new developments in the industry becomes essential as well.
Change is coming fast and furious to the fleet market. Staying on top of all the new trends and technology is a full time job for most fleet managers.
The Comdata OnRoad App is a digital platform designed to reduce the time it takes drivers to send and receive money and offers increased visibility into the availability of driver funds.
Companies are spec’ing selectors to take advantage of more fuel-efficient vehicle technologies, such as higher-speed transmissions, turbocharged smaller displacement drivetrains, and, when possible, downsizing to a smaller vehicle.
The nation's average gasoline price increased 2 cents to $2.86 for the week ending July 30, as supply declined amid increased summer driving demand, according to AAA.
Shell customers fueling eligible GM vehicles will be able to pay for their fuel and redeem Fuel Rewards savings directly from their vehicle’s infotainment screen.
The cost of gasoline has been on the rise this year. These higher gas prices could pose a direct threat to a fleet’s overall costs. Implementing technologies and considering alternative fuel vehicles could help curb costs.
The national average price of a gallon of regular unleaded fell two cents to $2.95 for the week ending June 4 during a week that saw the first price decline since the middle of March, according to AAA. The decline followed a slight dip in oil consumption from a year ago.
Fleet budgets are undoubtedly going to take a hit with fuel spend, but there are some steps managers can take to mitigate the impact.
Renewable Energy Group, Inc. unveiled a new renewable fuel blend that is a combination of biodiesel and renewable diesel and is California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved.