Author: Eliot Vancil
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What is Ethanol Fuel?
Ethanol fuel is an introduction to the world’s first renewable fuel for automobiles. The government RFS mandate and the favorable incentives are encouraging fuel stations to adopt blended fuels, such as E15 and E85, although the most common is the E10 blend which is a mixture of 10% ethanol and 90% gasoline. However, ethanol’s growing…
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How Much Fuel Injector Cleaner to Use for Best Results
Did you ever experience rough idling or perhaps an engine misfire? Some of these symptoms could be actually caused by dirty fuel injectors which not only reduce your fuel consumption but also tamper with your car’s performance. For optimal results, it’s usually recommended to pour the entire bottle of fuel injector cleaner into your gas…
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How to Spot a Faulty Gasoline Pump and What to Do About It
Last year, the Texas Department of Agriculture disclosed that about 1 in 5 gas stations in the Houston area had at least one faulty pump. Mostly, the malfunctioning pumps displayed “pump jumping,” symptoms where the pump charges before dispensing gasoline, and delivers less fuel than paid for. However, that is not the only sign of…
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Common Telematics Mistakes in Fleet Management
Telematics are highly useful in fleet management, improving safety, reducing fuel consumption, and saving on operating costs. However, sometimes, errors in using telematics can negatively affect fleet performance. For instance, entering wrong data or tracking the wrong vehicles may lead to high fuel usage, increased costs, and shorter vehicle lifetimes. For example, inferior driving habits…
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Winter Storm Warning and Watch in effect for portions of Louisiana!
PRESS RELEASE Fuel Logic Issues Urgent Preparedness Advice as Winter Storm Targets Louisiana January 20, 2025 As a significant winter storm looms over Louisiana, Fuel Logic, a nationwide fuel delivery company with experience in disaster response, urges residents and businesses to take immediate action to prepare for potential fuel shortages and infrastructure challenges. Act Now:…
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Heavy-Duty Truck Batteries: What Fleet Managers Need to Know
Do you know that battery issues are the most common cause of vehicle breakdowns, accounting for 52% of failures in vehicles? This indicates that high-quality truck batteries can be the difference between smooth and reliable fleet operations and otherwise. According to a report by McKinsey & Company, truck batteries with a high cycle life are…
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The Hidden Dangers of Poor Fuel Efficiency on Your Budget
Did you know that only 12% to 30% of the fuel energy in a conventional vehicle actually powers it? The rest is lost through drivetrain inefficiencies and powering accessories. You can reduce these losses by improving engine technologies, optimizing transmissions, using lighter materials, and driving carefully. Everyone, from fleet managers to everyday drivers, faces the…
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Why Do Big Trucks Use Diesel Instead of Gasoline?
According to DTF’s analysis, as of December 2022, there are over 15 million commercial trucks worldwide. Of these, about 75.6% are powered by diesel fuel. The study clearly states that approximately two-thirds of all trucks on the road rely on diesel power. It shows that diesel engines have dominated the commercial fleet industry. Big trucks…
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7 Ways to Slash Fleet Fuel Costs with Telematics
Fuel is the most significant operating expense that burdens fleet owners. Fleet businesses often base their analysis and planning around fuel prices, as fuel costs directly impact profit margins. When fuel expenses rise, your profits shrink, and when fuel costs are controlled, profit margins improve. It makes fuel management a critical aspect of fleet profitability.…
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What is Route Planning in Fleet Management?
Proper route optimization can help you save about 20% of your fleet running costs. A vehicle faces many disturbances when it’s on the road. These problems include traffic jams, road closures, adverse weather conditions, and construction zones along the route. A fleet of vehicles encountering such hurdles on the road burns more fuel due to…