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How Long Does the Average Car Last?

As the years progress, so do the quality of metals and oils used to create and keep cars running. This means owners can expect their vehicles to last longer than ever; however, a long life depends on more than just the car’s build and parts; their drivers play a major role.

5 Tips for Small Fleets

There are certain things that are more concerning to small fleets than large fleets and disregarding them can mean a slippery slope to fleet troubles. At our fleet fuel card company, we’ve helped countless small fleets take control of their business and grow successfully. Here are some tips for yours.

How to Get the Best Price for Your Fleet Vehicles

While purchasing a fleet vehicle is a much different experience than purchasing a retail vehicle for personal use, there are still some things to keep in mind when you’re considering your next buy. Here are some tips from our fleet fuel card company to help you get the best price for your vehicles.

Get Ready for More Ethanol in Your Gasoline

Back in 2005, Congress passed the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) that requires biofuel be blended into gasoline in the U.S. By now, we’ve all noticed that the gasoline at local gas stations has “up to 10% ethanol” and according to the RFS, it’s required that that ethanol continue to increase – however, not by percentage, but by gallons.

Fuel Cards vs. Credit Cards

Many people think fuel cards and credit cards are the same thing. While they both give fleet managers a way to organize their budget and make filling up easier for their drivers, there are some differences.

8 Things to Remember When Driving This Summer

Summer is the season for driving, but because it’s the season for driving, it comes with some precautions you need to take. Whether you’re driving 30 minutes or several days, make sure you remember these tips from our fuel card company.

How Does an Engine Really Work?

The gasoline-powered internal combustion engine is the most popular engine in the world, powering millions of cars. Chances are you use a car on a daily basis – have you ever turned your ignition over and wondered what’s going on under the hood? Our fuel card company explains.

A Few Helpful Fleet Terms

When you’re part of a fleet business, you’ll encounter many fleet terms (some of which you may never have heard of). Here’s a list of some common ones in alphabetical order.

Why Natural Gas Prices Will Likely Rise

While most of us focus on the world of electricity, many of us use natural gas to cook, keep warm, heat our water, and more. Art Berman, a contributor to Forbes, recently wrote a very thorough article about why natural gas prices are likely to double within the next year. Our fuel card company thought it was an interesting read, and wanted to share.

The Best Hybrid Cars of 2016

Every year, it seems like more and more car manufacturers are releasing their own version of a hybrid car. Right now, there are a long list of hybrid car models available, but at our fuel card company, we’ve narrowed down our favorites.