Sometime in March 2021, Nigerians were hit with the news of another looming increase in the pump price of Fuel.
Long queues emerged in filling stations as individuals and organizations struggled to fill up their cars, trucks, and stationary tanks in preparation for the dreaded scarcity.
Thankfully this was only just a scare. However, whether prices are rising or falling, fleet managers must put strategies in place to manage fuel costs, improve organizational efficiency and maximize profits now and always.
Here are 5 strategies that work.
Trip Planning/Routing
Carefully planned trips ensure that you get the most out of your fleet in the shortest possible time.
It also helps your drivers to avoid high traffic areas and rush hours which force all sorts of bad driving behavior – excessive braking, idling, stop-and-go driving, that affect fuel efficiency.
Ensure Great Tire Health
Having your tires in good condition is a critical component in maximizing fuel efficiency.
Under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance which forces the engine to use more fuel. Be sure that your drivers check tire pressure every time a vehicle is used.
Avoid Over Speeding
Research has it that every 5 mph driven over 65 mph represents a 7% decrease in fuel economy.
Over Speeding, power take-offs, last-minute or excessive braking and unnecessary gear changing are fuel consuming activities, so it is important that drivers obey speed limits.
Speeding can also result in sudden stops, exacerbating the waste and further increasing fuel costs.
Avoid overfilling your tank
Overfilling your vehicle’s tank could be a counterproductive activity.
When your vehicle tank is filled to the brim it can easily overflow when the fuel is heated, either by the sun or fuel returned by the engine.
Not only is this wasteful, it is also dangerous to other road users.
Use a Fuel Management System
A fuel management system helps you keep better track of your assets so you can realistically monitor fuel consumption whether they are in your possession or not.
Concept Nova’s Fuel Control System is a state-of-the-art telematics solution that puts control of stationary and mobile assets in your hands.
This integrated remote monitoring solution helps you to detect the exact rate of fuel usage in your trucks and Diesel tanks, allowing you to save cost, maintain profitability and meet rising business demands.
FCS saves cost, prevents theft, increases fuel optimization and efficiency while reducing operational and maintenance costs.
For more information, please visit www.concept-nova.com/FCS