money and time saver

[sonseeker]

I am new to exp and Iam searching for information that will save time and money out there...I have read lots of post and will surely be reading more....what is the best way to save on fuel purchases?? I have seen different fuel cards advertised...are there any that are reccomended??? do most truck stops charge more for credit cards?? what about a debit card?? also is there an interstate speed that is ideal for the best mpg?? also looking at purchasing Promiles XF Kingpin any body have pros and cons?? This is an awewsome forum...sooooo thankfull for it.... any and all comments are greately appreciated.....David

 

[TeamCaffee]

I can only reply to a few of your questions. The company you run for usually will have a card carrier they use. What happens is when you use the approved company provided card such as ComData or T-Chek they get an electronic receipt. The carrier will then use the information to track your fuel taxes. Most companies have also negotiated a discount with the different fuel providers. When you use cash you will get the cash price and then most have what they call a credit price which is even more. When using these two methods you will not get the carriers discount at the pump or a rebate. To load the card you will take an advance on what is usually your next load you have accepted or you are under a load.

 

[Crazynuff]

Bob & Linda , since you are OOIDA members I'm surprised you didn't recommend the Truckers Advantage card . Most fuel stops (not Flying J with their hot fuel ) will sell fuel at the cash price using this card . Fees using ComData are excessive , especially with smaller trucks that have to fuel often . I know fleets that use Fleet One cards get monthly rebate checks when using Pilot . Truckers Advantage is a Fleet One card but I haven't heard of Truckers Advantage card holders getting these rebates . Truckers Advantage either debits daily or weekly from your checking account . I had direct deposit from ComData to my checking account . As soon as I got an advance I would deposit in my checking account to avoid ComData fees .

 

[sonseeker]

thank you so much....this helps alot