The rising cost of fuel is having such an impact on both personal funds and business costs, especially if you manage a fleet of vehicles. This means businesses are less profitable and personal expenditure has to be cut. By following some of our useful tips, you could cut your fuel costs.
1.Keep your vehicles in good condition. It is important to keep up with the maintenance of your vehicles. Issues such as clogged air filters and dirty oil or tyres which are not inflated enough can all increase your fuel consumption add to the already bloated cost of your fuel bills. It is estimated that a vehicle in prime condition will cost you 10 percent less in fuel costs than a badly kept one.
2.Pay with fuel cards. Fuel cards (or a fleet card) can help you to keep track of your fuel consumption, whilst saving you money on the cost of fuel. At CSC, we offer fuel cards which can be used all over the UK to make savings on your fuel expenditure. They also make managing a fleet a much more simple process and provide drivers with extra security.
3.Why make 3 trips when you can make 1? We are all guilty of this one. You have several things to do but instead of doing them all in one trip, you make several. BY making a small change to your weekly habits and consolidating your trips, you will save fuel consumption and will probably save yourself some time too. Consolidating your trips might take some clever planning, but it is a useful way to cut costs for both your business and your private life.
4.Ensure your drivers are all efficient.
Plot the quickest routes for your drivers and ensure they do not take side trips when driving for you. Also, train your drivers not to let the vehicle stand idle as this is not a very fuel efficient process.