Category: Save on Fuel

Fuel Up this Summer and Save with the ExpressTruckTax Fuel Card

Posted on June 8, 2022 by - Fuel Card, Save on Fuel, Saving Fuel, summer trucking

Summer is right around the corner and fuel prices are showing no signs of going down. Because of this, there is no question that many are looking to save at the pump. Truck drivers are especially affected since their livelihood depends on their trucks which require a lot of fuel. In order to help you get the best value for your money and save more at the pump on fuel, ExpressTruckTax has the solution for you. ExpressTruckTax has partnered with EFS, a well-known fuel card provider, to bring you the ExpressTruckTax fuel card.

A fuel card is essentially a credit card but it is oftentimes issued by a driver’s carrier. Drivers can pay for fuel and other expenses at truck stops with these cards instead of using cash, a debit card, or a regular credit card. Using fuel cards, carriers save money on fuel costs and reduce the time required to process employee claims for business fuel expenses. 

Fuel cards are accepted at over 12,000 truck stops nationwide and when you use them you will pay cash price at the pump, no matter where you stop to fuel up. They also provide high returns to your fuel budget with pre-negotiated discounts. Mobile apps help you find the best fuel prices and manage your fuel account and drivers even when on the go.

By using this fuel card from EFS, you can save anywhere between 10 and 15 cents per gallon on average. The fuel card can even be used in Canada. While this card has no annual fee, there is a small fee for usage but the savings will always outweigh the cost of usage.

This is an exclusive benefit for ExpressTruckTax customers and comes packed with incredible cost savings, pre-negotiated fuel discounts, industry-leading security, and reporting. Industry-leading security and controls that let you choose exactly what may be charged to your account, who can make the charges, and how much they can charge to the card, which can help regulate the purchases made on your card. The benefits of this card don’t stop there. High-resolution reports show line-item transaction details and never leave you guessing exactly what exactly is being charged to your fuel card. This fuel card also includes a free online account that lets you view transactions, order new cards, and make changes to your account from anywhere you have an internet connection.

Now that you know what a fuel card is, what are you waiting for? Sign up for one today and start saving on fuel as soon as you get approved so that you can have fun this summer without having to worry about spending more money on fuel! Contact ExpressTruckTax at (704)-234-6005 for more details.

FAQ Friday: What is a Fuel Card?

Posted on April 22, 2022 by - FAQ's, Fuel Card, Save on Fuel, Saving Fuel

Each week we will feature a Frequently Asked Question and explain it more in detail. This week we are going to discuss Fuel Cards, what they are, what they do, and how they benefit truckers. 

What is a Fuel Card?

A fuel card is like a credit card but it is often issued by companies that drivers drive for. With these cards, drivers can pay for fuel and other expenses at truck stops instead of using cash, a debit card, or a regular credit card. This enables companies to save money on fuel costs and reduce the time required to process employees claiming back business fuel expenses. 

How Fuel Cards Benefit Truckers?

Not only are fuel cards accepted at over 12,000 truck stops nationwide but when you use them you will pay cash price at the pump, no matter where you stop. They also provide high returns to your fuel budget with pre-negotiated discounts. Mobile apps help you find the best fuel prices and manage your fuel account and drivers even when on the go.

What does this have to do with ExpressTruckTax?

EFS, a well-known fuel card provider, partners with ExpressTruckTax to bring you the ExpressTruckTax Fuel Card. This is an exclusive benefit for ExpressTruckTax customers and comes packed with incredible cost savings, pre-negotiated fuel discounts, industry-leading security, and reporting, plus an entire array of products designed to let you focus on growing your business. Industry-leading security and controls that let you choose exactly what may be charged to your account, by whom, and for what amounts. This can help regulate the purchases on your card. The benefits of this card don’t stop there. High-resolution reports show line-item transaction details and never leave you guessing exactly what your drivers are charging to your fuel card. This fuel card also includes free online account management that lets you view transactions, order new cards and make changes to your account from anywhere you have an internet connection.

By using this fuel card from EFS, you can save between 10 and 15 cents per gallon on average. You can even use this card in Canada. While this card has no annual fee, there is a small fee for usage but the savings will always outweigh the usage costs.

What are you waiting for?

Now that you know what a fuel card is, what are you waiting for? Sign up for one today and start saving on fuel as soon as you get approved! Contact us at (704)-234-6005 for more details.

How To Save Big Money On Fuel This Year

Posted on September 14, 2017 by - Fuel Expense, Save on Fuel, truck drivers, truckers, Truckers Cut Fuel Costs, Truckers Save Money, Trucking Business Expense

Wendy Dessler has shared a true gift with the trucking community by providing you with a full list of ways to save on fuel. Fuel is your number one expense and it’s always great to cut down on costs, so it’s definitely worth it to check out Wendy’s guest blog! 

How To Save Big Money On Fuel This Year

The price of gasoline is rising, and we do not expect it to go back down anytime soon. But don’t panic. There are ways to save money on gasoline, and some may surprise you! We are going to list our favorites for you on how to fill your tank, but if you have any that we missed, be sure and let us know

Okay, let us get the common ones out of the way first:

– Share a ride. If you have coworkers, neighbors, or students that near by you and are willing to share rides with you, each of you would save 50% of the fuel you use going to work or school.

– Keep your tank full 

– Check your tire pressure
   –When your tires are under-inflated you lose 0.3% of gas for every 1 PSI

– Check your gas cap
   — If your gas cap is damaged or missing, you can lose up to 3 gallons of gas from evaporation every month

– Watch where you shop
    — Some grocery stores put points on a card for every dollar you spend with them. You use those points at their gas pumps and you get money off of every gallon of gas. In some cases you can get up to $1.00 per gallon off.

– Don’t turn running errands into a road trip
  — Schedule what you need to do in a way where you can make a route to each appointment. This saves time and money. If your daughter has dance class at 3 on Saturday and the dog needs to go to the groomer and you need a haircut, make the dog appointment at 2:30, drop the child at practice that lasts till 4 and schedule your hair appointment at 3:15. When you are finished, pick up the kid, then the dog and back home.

– Limit Idle time
   –We have all been told to let our car warm up before we drive, but that means for a moment or two. Then drive it at a slower pace for the first few miles. If it is in the dead of winter, warm it for 5 minutes, clear the glass with a ice scraper and go. After that you are just burning fuel for no reason.

– Get rid of extra weight
   — You lower your gas milage 1% for every 100 pounds you carry. So, if you never use those luggage racks or bike racks, take them off. If your trunk if filled with junk, clean it out. Throw out everything in the car that you have no use for, but that does not include you mother-in-law.

– Coast
   — You know there is a turn coming up so simply let off the gas and coast into position. Hitting the breakfast and then taking off fast uses a lot of fuel.

– Replace your air filter – it has to be clean to work

– Use less air conditioning
   — You use 5% – 25% more fuel than normal by leaving the air on max. Instead turn it down. When you are almost to your destination you can turn it off and should stay cool the last mile or two.

– Never buy your gas right off the highway.
  –They build those stations for folks who do not pay attention and end up running very low on fuel. They have no choice but to pay the higher price. Save money by driving a few blocks away. 

Author Bio

Wendy Dessler

Wendy is a super-connector with Outreachmama who helps businesses find their audience online through outreach, partnerships, and networking. She frequently writes about the latest advancements in digital marketing and focuses her efforts on developing customized blogger outreach plans depending on the industry and competition.

Thanks for Sharing, Wendy!

Now that y’all have more knowledge on how to be more fuel efficient it’s time to keep on trucking and put these tips to the test! If you have more fuel saving tips please share them in the comment section below and visit ExpressTruckTax.com for more trucking blogs.