Category: News

Natural Gas-Powered Trucks Could Help Intermodal Transit

At our fleet fuel card company, we know that many fleets use semi-trailer trucks (also called tractors) for intermodal freight transport, and on average, natural gas costs less than diesel fuel these days. This means that fleets who invest in natural gas-powered trucks to ship their goods could see a larger profit than those who invest in diesel-powered trucks.

The 100 Best Fleets in North America

Each year, 100 Best Fleets announces the top fleets in North America. The program, which is in its 10th year, “recognizes and rewards peak performing fleet operations” with the goal of encouraging “ever-increasing levels of performance improvement within the fleet industry.”

The Navy Is Turning Ocean Water into Fuel

If you haven’t heard yet, the U.S. Navy might soon (as in, within 10 years) be using sea water to fuel its ships and jets.

Akron Company to Turn Plastics to Fuel

After about eight years of research and development, a company in Akron, Ohio has decided to invest $20 million into converting plastics into fuel. According to an article by The Vindicator, Vadxx Energy will be building a plant in Akron (Northeast Ohio) that can convert 60 tons of scrap plastic into 300 barrels of petroleum products that will be used to make diesel fuel and lubricants.

The Satisfaction of GPS Tracking

If your fleet doesn’t already use a GPS tracking system, investing in one can save your business both time and money. According to Environmental Leader, 79% of fleets that use GPS tracking systems are satisfied with their service and 67% said they reinvested in it. These statistics come from a survey by C.J. Driscoll & Associates, which surveyed 508 different fleets around the country.