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.
As you may have noticed, this year’s winter has been particularly full of snow, ice, and cold temperatures, which can make managing your fleet drivers and fleet vehicles more difficult than usual. Our fleet fuel card company has a few tips that can make your winter operations run smoother.
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.
Our fuel card company knows that there have been many different automakers that have shaped the auto industry and each has had its own history. We dive into some of the world’s biggest automakers to share how they were formed.
As a fleet owner, you have to take more into consideration than just the cost of products – you have to take into consideration the cost of fuel and the cost of vehicle maintenance. So how do you create a fueling program that’s both simple and effective?
At our fleet fuel card company, we know that the perfect vehicle makes even the most difficult deliveries easier. That’s why we’ve put together a list of popular commercial fleet vans that are available today. If you’re in the market for a new fleet of delivery vans, check these out.
When it comes to oil, the U.S. produces about 40% of its own and imports the rest. Last year, our country imported almost 11 million barrels per day (including crude oil, gasoline, ethanol, and biodiesel). But you may be surprised as to where it came from.
These days, auto makers are striving to create vehicles with engines alternative to the classic internal combustion engine. Both electric engines and engines that run on natural gas (as opposed to gasoline) have been introduced.
In the past, when people were taught to drive, most were taught to put their hands at the “10 and 2” position on the steering wheel, meaning one hand is at “10:00” and one hand is at “2:00.” Now, people are being taught to use “9:00” and “3:00,” or even closer to “8:00” and “4:00.”
At Fuel Express we specialize in fleet fuel cards and GPS solutions. Reach out today to see how we can help your business save money.
