Most truckers know that they shouldn’t dump oil after a change, but they may not be aware of the eco-friendliest option: recycling. At no fault of their own, people are uneducated about the importance of recycling oil. We all share the duty of taking care…
In the 1980s, a major development came to gas stations in North America—the pay-at-the-pump feature. Due to the fluctuating gas prices and continuing traffic congestion, there’s another change on the horizon in retail fuel services. With Americans constantly being on the road for work or pleasure, you might assume gasoline usage is going to increase rapidly. Contrary to popular belief, the demand for fuel may actually be decreasing. How…
President Trump recently brought forth a new proposal that may have a substantial effect on businesses, especially those offering retail fuel services. This proposal could take a toll on convenience stores (c-stores), which are small retail establishments that provide fuel and are stocked with everyday essentials and groceries. Here’s how c-store owners are impacted by the president’s recent proposal. …
Increasing fleet efficiency goes a long way to reducing costs and improving driver safety on the road. Driver’s routes, idle times, use of retail fuel services, and other issues all contribute to overall efficiency. Data can seem intimidating for many fleet managers, resulting them in ignoring valuable insights. Taking the time to…
Fleet managers know that their line of business can be fraught with security risks. Real-time data information can help, but only if you have the time and resources to sift through it all. Management tools can help you dig through your big data, leading to deeper insights and better strategies. You trust your drivers to…
With technology improving more and more every year, fleet efficiency is higher than ever. Data analysis is often overlooked and not made a priority, but the value big data can bring to your company should not be ignored. Every aspect of fleet management from route optimization, to fuel services, to the reduction of waste is improved through large…
When managing a fleet, fuel is a necessary but costly expense that cuts into your bottom line. Keeping track of your employee’s receipts and driving habits is nearly impossible without an organized management system. That is where managed retail fuel services can play a pivotal role in optimizing your company’s spending. Implementing a fuel management system gives you increased control over…
As technology improves each year, it is a no brainer that fleet efficiency is higher than ever. This information provides insights about the underlying issues and trends that are affecting retail fuel services operations. Unfortunately, it usually moves at a speed that is difficult to analyze in a…
Life on the road can be long and often boring. Having a furry friend travel with you can make it better. However, it’s not without some challenges. For one, you’ll need to make sure when you need fuel services, you choose a pet friendly truck stop. More than 40% of truck…
The amount of influence IT can have on a retail store is often underestimated. The IHL Group and NCR corporation, global leaders in omni-channel solutions, recently published a study that shows the immense benefits of investing in technology for your business. The sales of your retail fuel…
