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Fuel News & Fleet Management Insights
At Fuel Card Services, we recognise how important it is for fleet operators and commercial drivers to stay in the loop with the latest developments and updates in the industry.
That’s why this blog comprises informative guides, blog articles, and case studies to help shine a light on topics such as fuel cards, fleet management, and UK driving laws.
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Why monitoring fleet data is essential to managing costs
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:30th August 2023
This is the sixth in a series of articles written with our partners at FleetCheck to help business owners and managers understand their legal requirements around managing staff that drive...
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Do your company drivers understand your driving for work policy?
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:31st July 2023
This is the fifth in a series of articles written with our partners at FleetCheck to help business owners and managers understand their legal requirements around managing staff that drive...
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The foundations of construction fleet management
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:31st July 2023
From operating trucks and excavators to transporting materials between sites, there can be no understating how integral fuel is to the success of the construction industry. And for millions of...
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Everything you need to know about company van tax, insurance, and more…
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:31st July 2023
If you are thinking of buying or leasing a company van or are looking to expand your fleet of vans, now is a great time to get to grips with...
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Ensuring driver competence and legal compliance with regular licence checks
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:26th June 2023
This is the fourth in a series of articles written with our partners at FleetCheck to help business owners and managers understand their legal requirements around managing staff that drive...
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Fuel for thought: 4 cost-cutting tips for contractors
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:26th June 2023
Whatever the nature of your work, if you’re a contractor, then you’ll be no stranger to the high costs associated with fuel consumption. From heavy machinery and tools often requiring...
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Shell site closures and openings – June 2023
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:9th June 2023
In June 2023, a number of sites on the Shell network will be temporarily closing. However, a handful of new Shell sites are also set to open in the following...
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Spreadsheets are for finance, not fleet
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:30th May 2023
This is the third in a series of articles written with our partners at FleetCheck to help business owners and managers understand their legal requirements around managing staff that drive...
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Fleet management insights for hauliers
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:30th May 2023
The haulage industry has seen a whole host of fluctuations and hurdles in recent years, with driver shortages and inflation impacting fuel economy, while the impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war...
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