Tag: vehicles

Maintenance Costs: The Best and Worst Cars to Own

If you’re in the market for a new car, you’ll not only have to take into consideration the initial cost of it, but also how it holds its value over the years and what the average maintenance costs are. After all, an expensive car with high maintenance costs that depreciates quickly is a waste of money… Here are the best and worst cars when it comes to maintenance over 10 years, according to AutoGuide.com.

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.

5 “How-Tos” for Fleet Owners

Managing a fleet can be tough – especially if it’s something that’s new to you. At our fleet fuel card company, we’ve been helping fleets since 1989. Here are a few tips we have for better management.

The Problem with Autonomous Vehicles…

At our fleet fuel card company, we think autonomous vehicles are a pretty neat idea, but we’re always wondering about the things that could go wrong if they become the norm. We came across this Forbes article by Sam Abuelsamid and found it was pretty interesting, so we thought we’d share.

Looking for a Full-Size Pick-Up Truck? Here’s What to Get

Pick-up trucks have come a long way, from full-sized cabs to heavy towing capabilities to aluminum bodies. Recently, Car and Driver decided to rank the latest, most popular models from worst to best. Our fuel card company thought we’d share their findings.

11 Cars That Won’t Be Back for 2016

Car manufacturers are starting to roll out their newest vehicles for 2016, and that means we have to say goodbye to certain models. Back in May, our fuel card company shared 10 Cars You Won’t See After 2015; six months later, we’ve decided to update and add to the list.

How Fleet Drivers Can Avoid Deer Collisions

It’s deer season, which means millions of four-legged animals will be roaming the woods and occasionally wandering into the streets, causing vehicular accidents. Every year, around one million collisions occur between deer and vehicles, so our fleet fuel card company decided to create a guide on how to avoid one while you’re out on the road.

6 Common Reasons Your “Check Engine” Light Is On

For many people, the “check engine” light is one of the most dreaded maintenance issues in a vehicle. This is because the problem can’t be diagnosed without an experienced mechanic and the cause could end up costing more than you’d want to pay.