20/10/2026
If you're managing a fleet in the UK, it's time to take a microscopic look at your fuel costs. With the price of diesel crossing the £2 mark per litre, understanding how much fuel each driver and vehicle uses can be your secret weapon against rising expenses.
Barrie Wilson, Strategic Relationship Manager at FleetCheck, points out that focusing solely on macro-level costs isn't enough. By analysing fuel consumption data on an individual level, you can unlock substantial savings.
🚗 Monitoring miles per gallon (MPG) for each driver can highlight significant discrepancies – sometimes by double figures. Differences in driving style can lead to higher fuel usage. Even similar vehicles on the same routes can consume vastly different amounts of fuel, largely due to how they're driven.
🔍 It's not just about drivers. Certain vehicles can also be fuel hogs. Tracking each vehicle's MPG can uncover mechanical issues that lead to disproportionate fuel consumption.
📊 Using data and software to scrutinise fuel use can pinpoint inefficiencies. Whether it's a heavy-footed driver or a malfunctioning van, identifying these issues can significantly cut your fuel costs.
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Fleets in the UK have been urged to analyse fuel use data more deeply to reduce the impact of rising fuel costs.
