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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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Direct Vision Standard: What DVS Means for HGV Fleets
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:18th March 2024
In October 2020, it became compulsory for HGVs to comply with the Direct Vision Standard (DVS) in order to drive in the Greater London area. The DVS rates drivers’ ability...
Read MoreHow can efficient driving reduce fuel costs?
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:15th December 2023
Fuel efficient driving is all about taking or omitting actions in order to optimise your vehicle’s fuel usage and keep expenditures down. With fuel prices fluctuating massively over the last...
Read MoreWhy 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...
Read MoreDo 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...
Read MoreThe 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...
Read MoreEverything 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...
Read MoreEnsuring 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...
Read MoreFuel 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...
Read MoreShell 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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