Simon Pavey, Author at Fuel Card Services

VJ Technology: The FORS Fuel Expert fuel card has been a great asset to our business

Posted on 7th September 2020 | by Simon Pavey

Keeping the customer happy is our top priority here at Fuel Card Services. So, we are always delighted to receive positive feedback from satisfied clients. One such client to be pleased with the efforts of our team is VJ Technology, who use our FORS Fuel Expert fuel card.

Fuel Card Services worked hard to secure very competitive rates

Aaron Buss, Fleet and Transport Manager at VJ Technology, gave us a testimonial highlighting his experience with his accounts manager Rachel Pearson.

Rachel Pearson is a major accounts manager who solely looks after customers from our partnership with Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).

Aaron remarked, “Rachel at Fuel Card Services pushed to secure our business by offering solutions and help every step of the way. Rachel and the team at Fuel Card Services worked hard to secure very competitive rates.”

VJ Technology separated from its parent company in 2018. Rachel’s hard work ensured the team at VJ Technology would receive the same rates as the previous parent company.

Based in Kent, VJ Technology work in construction supply. They have a fleet of 43 vehicles, including cars, grey fleets, vans, and HGVs.

Well done Rachel for your continuous hard work with customers from FORS.

FORS Fuel Expert card brought to you by Fuel Card Services.

New sites added to BP network

Posted on 2nd September 2020 | by Simon Pavey

Three new fuel sites have joined the BP network:

Whinmoor Service Station

York Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS14 2AA

Non-bunker site
Wild Bean Café in the service shop
The site is on the A64 on the east side of Leeds

All Saints Service Station

Commercial Road, Portsmouth, PO1 4BY

Non-bunker site
The location of the site is on the A3 in Portsmouth after the end of the M275

Herringthorpe Station

Herringthorpe Valley Road, Rotherham, S65 2UQ

Non-bunker site
The location of the site is on the north east side of Rotherham on the A6123 off the A630

Sign up to our pump locator to save time and easily find your nearest petrol station on the BP network. You may also find our pump locator on our Drivers Club app, as well as access premium services, big brand offers, and receive the latest driving trends and essential announcements.

Where can I use my BP fuel card?

Posted on 2nd September 2020 | by Simon Pavey

Each of the BP fuel cards provides access to different sites across the UK with various additional benefits. We offer three BP fuel cards at Fuel Card Services: BP Bunker, BP One, and BP Plus.

BP Bunker

Accepted at all 1,225 BP sites including 77 motorway sites
Recommended for HGV and LCV fleets
Fixed weekly price on diesel at over 562 BP Bunker sites
Save up to 10p per litre at motorway sites

BP One

Accepted at over 3,400 stations including Esso, Texaco, and some Gulf sites (subject to surcharges)
Access to the most extensive motorway network of 77 sites
Save up to 7p per litre at motorway service stations
Fixed weekly price on diesel and petrol at all BP sites

BP Plus

Access to over 3,400 sites including Esso, Texaco, and participating Gulf sites (subject to surcharges)
Access to the most extensive motorway network of 77 sites
Retail price at all 1,225 BP sites for diesel and petrol

What other benefits do you get with BP fuel cards?

Receive free price notification emails in advance
Restrict purchases for authorised only goods like fuels and lubricants
No advance payment for fuel with interest free credit options
Speak to your dedicated account manager
Manage your fuel card account online through our portal My Fleet Hub
Join BPme Rewards and redeem points at BP sites
Secure PIN-protected cards to help prevent fraudulent transactions
Access to high quality fuels with BP advanced fuels

Looking for the nearest BP Garage?

If you need help locating the nearest BP garage or are looking for a petrol station near you that accepts your fuel card, whether you use a BP fuel card or another brand of fuel card, our pump locator tool can help you identify refilling stations by location and fuel card. You may also find our pump locator on our Drivers Club app.

Click here for more information on our selection of BP fuel cards. If you are interested in one of these cards, fill out this quick form, and a member of our expert team will be in touch shortly.

Where Can I Use My Texaco Fuel Card?

Posted on 28th August 2020 | by Simon Pavey

A fuel card from Texaco offers customers a range of convenient, high quality and high-value fuel cards that can be used at petrol stations across the UK.

What is a Texaco Fastfuel Card?

The Texaco Fastfuel card allows fleets to manage their fuel expenses efficiently. Its versatility allows for a vast network, and it is accepted at thousands of sites across the UK, including all Texaco stations and sites on the UK Fuels network.

Access to a network of over 3,200 sites, including all Texaco, Morrisons, Co-op, and Tesco, and some branded and independent sites
Accepted at over 250 24-hour sites and 350+ HGV sites

Due to it being designed with the user in mind, the Texaco Fastfuel card allows for quick and easy transactions and invoicing solutions. While also increasing visibility, security, and management control.

Use our Card Comparison tool to find out what fuel card could be the best option for your fleet here.

Texaco Fuel Card Benefits

A Texaco Fastfuel card offers regional coverage and other benefits. With a Texaco fuel card, you can benefit from the following:

Flexible Pricing options

You can benefit from discounted pump prices and fixed weekly rates with a Texaco fuel card. This includes saving up to 10p per litre at participating motorway sites.

Extensive Texaco Fuel Card Coverage

Gain access to some of the largest fuel networks in the UK, including some supermarkets such as Tesco, where you can go on to collect Tesco Clubcard points all across Tesco forecourts.

Paperless HMRC-Compliant Texaco Fastfuel Invoices

View and download from your business portal – with digital storage options for your fleet business to stay organised.

Hassle-free Payments to Pay Fuel Costs

You can set up a direct debit to pay your weekly fuel payments, and in instances you have filled your fleet up at a Texaco site, you will have no transaction fees and no advance payments for fuel, only the amount you use.

Find Nearby Stations Quickly and Easily

Use our pump locator to quickly and easily search for Texaco fuel stations here.

Detailed reporting for fuel management

Receive in-depth analysis and insights in a detailed report each month. These will then be available online 24/7.

Tailored Notifications Linking to Your Texaco Fuel Card

Set up custom alerts on spending, fuel amounts and more with a dedicated account manager. This also prevents unauthorised purchases with cards restricted to fuel and lubricants.

Explore what our account management services have to offer.

Where Can I Find a Texaco Garage Near Me?

If you’re looking for a Texaco garage or another petrol station supporting your Texaco fuel card, head over to our Pump Locator tool. This tool will help you find nearby garages and petrol stations that will accept your Texaco fuel card or any other fuel card you use.

You can also find our pump locator on our Drivers Club app, where you can access premium services, big brand offers, and the latest driving trends and essential announcements.

Texaco Fastfuel Card Locations and Texaco Fuel Card Where to use?

The Texaco Fast Fuel card is accepted at over 3,800 sites across the UK. These include all Texaco-branded stations, whether motorway service station sites, those in city centres or more rural areas.

This card can also be used at all stations across the UK Fuels network, including major supermarkets such as Tesco, Morrisons, and Sainsbury’s, as well as many independent stations.

Texaco Fast Fuel for all Business Sizes

Whether you’re self-employed and run a small business with just one or two vehicles or are part of a large corporation with multiple fleets, Texaco fuel cards offer solutions for businesses of any size.

Sole Trader Texaco Fuel Card

Monthly HMRC-compliant invoices with Texaco fuel cards are an excellent way for a sole trader to save time, paperwork and stress regarding fuel expenses.

Small Business Texaco Fastfuel Card

Texaco fuel cards are an excellent choice for small businesses, as they provide coverage across the entire Texaco and UK Fuels networks.

Fleets Texaco Fleet Fuel Card

Texaco fuel cards are a great way to manage expenditures for larger businesses, as fleet managers can choose to receive detailed reports weekly.

Texaco Fuel Cards for HGVs

Texaco Fastfuel cards are also great for businesses that operate large, long-distance fleets, such as HGVs, coaches, and buses.

In addition to Texaco fuel stations, these fleets also receive reports noting strategically located truck stops along major UK routes, with HGV parking and rest facilities included.

Find out more about Texaco Fastfuel Cards here.

Getting a Texaco Fastfuel Card With Fuel Card Services

Contact our helpful team today if you’re looking for a fuel card that meets your business needs.

FAQs

How do you Apply for a Texaco Fuel Card?

To apply for a Texaco fuel card, complete our online application form. This will allow us to determine which card best suits your fleet. You can also fill out our quick enquiry form for a callback with more information about the benefits of each card.

Can you buy AdBlue on a Texaco Fuel Card?

Yes! In addition to petrol and diesel, a Texaco fuel card can be used to buy fuel-related items, including lubricant, oil, and Adblue.

How Much Discount Do You Get With a Fuel Card?

Texaco fuel cards can save your business 2-10 pence per litre on fuel, but that can depend on the fuel price. In the long term, this can add significant savings.

Are UK Fuel Cards Free?

UK Texaco fast fuel cards are not free. They require a monthly fee, and some also charge per transaction. Please contact our team for further information on Texaco fuel card costs.

5 Things That Will Reduce Fuel Consumption

Posted on 26th August 2020 | by Simon Pavey

Reducing costs should be a high priority for every business. One of the easiest ways to do this is to examine the amount of fuel your drivers are using and work to reduce fuel consumption. Fuel consumption will be different for every vehicle but, if you know what you’re doing, there are savings to be made.

According to the UK Retail Road Fuels Market 2019 report from the Petrol Retailers Association, a total of 46.5 billion litres of fuel were used by businesses across the country in 2018. That’s a staggering figure, but one which highlights the scope of potential savings.

Here we examine 5 things that will reduce fuel consumption. Ultimately, a few simple changes could lead to significant savings for those who get it right.

What increases fuel consumption and what reduces fuel consumption?

Many variables impact the amount of miles per gallon drivers will see from their vehicles. As such, maximising your savings on fuel can be complex, but some simple measures deliver consistent results.

One of the biggest contributing factors is the weight of the vehicle – heavier loads require more fuel to carry. As a result, you should reduce the amount of unnecessary items in your vehicle. This includes things like roof racks, roof boxes and bike racks, which not only add weight, but can also significantly increase fuel consumption due to increased air resistance.

Indeed, RAC patrol Chris Burgess advises: “Avoid keeping heavy loads and loose items in your car when not required … and don’t forget to remove luggage racks and roof bars when you no longer need them.”

Meanwhile, tyre pressures can also have a large impact on fuel efficiency. Take the time to regularly check the psi of your tyres and ensure they are in line with the manufacturer’s recommended pressures. Remember, there’s often a different recommendation for the front and rear.

Correctly set tyre pressures could help you to save a large amount of money, as any drop-off in pressure will increase the amount of friction between the tyre and the road. The flatter your tyres are, the more fuel that’s required to overcome this force and keep your vehicle moving.

How to reduce fuel consumption by changing your driving style

One of the most beneficial changes drivers can make to reduce their fuel consumption is to amend their style of driving. There are five key pointers that every motorist should be aware of:

Does driving slowly reduce fuel consumption? – Your vehicle will use more fuel whilst accelerating. As such, smoother driving, not necessarily slower driving will limit the need to brake hard and accelerate hard, will reduce fuel consumption. The higher revs your engine is asked to make, the more fuel it needs. Gentle acceleration is therefore more efficient – and also much more pleasant for you and your passengers.
Turn off air con – Many modern cars have air conditioning installed. However, what you might not know is that turning it on uses fuel. As a result, you can reduce fuel consumption by opening the windows when you want to cool down. While this can increase drag, it’s more fuel efficient than air conditioning.
Anticipate the road ahead – Backing up the need for smooth driving, you should consider the road ahead if you want to avoid unnecessary braking. Remember to look up the road to anticipate potential problems. Keep an eye out for upcoming traffic or possible hazards and you can slow down smoothly to avoid harsh braking.
Stick to the speed limit – Speed is one of the biggest factors in determining fuel consumption. When you exceed the national speed limit of 60 mph, fuel usage will dramatically increase. This is due to the engine having to work harder to maintain a higher speed. For example, driving at 80 mph uses 40% more fuel than at 60 mph.
Plan your journeys – Knowing where you are going and how to get there can significantly reduce your fuel consumption. Limiting the number of wrong turns means you’ll reduce the overall mileage of your journey. It’s therefore important to always plan your journeys in advance, ensuring you factor in breaks when travelling long distances.

When you follow the advice above, you’ll not only be fuel consumption, you’ll also be making yourself a safer, better driver. Being aware of what is happening around you is essential for all drivers. At the same time, being more organised with your planning means fewer distractions when you take to the roads.

Save money by investing in fuel cards

Away from a more general change in driver behaviour, there are other ways to save on the cost of fuel, observe driver behaviour and therefore work to reduce fuel consumption.

Fuel cards represent an easy win for businesses and individuals, as one of the biggest benefits of opening a fuel card account is the savings you can make. Not only that, but they also help streamline the management of fuel expenses. You receive a single invoice covering all transactions and eliminate the need to carry physical cash to fill up your vehicles, using your card instead.

At Fuel Card Services, we pride ourselves on our competitive rates and making sure our clients are always looked after. You could save up to 10p per litre on the cost of petrol and diesel when signing up with us.

Find out more about the wide selection of fuel cards we have to offer – including all the biggest names, such as BP, Esso and Shell. Use our handy guide to compare fuel cards to determine the product that’s right for you.

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