Saving fuel boosts your bottom line and keeps the wheels turning. Follow these tips on your next haul to lower costs:
Plan the most fuel-efficient route. Use apps to map out the flattest routes and avoid congested areas. Take routes with lower speed limits to conserve fuel. Optimize your truck's settings. Adjust settings like transmission and engine braking to improve fuel economy. Keep the RPMs low when possible. Drive at moderate, steady speeds. Rapid acceleration and braking decreases MPG. Cruise at 50-60 MPH and coast gradually to stops. Going just 5 MPH slower can improve fuel economy by 7%. Following basic planning, truck setup, and driving best practices can stretch every gallon. Our team of drivers has the skills to succeed while keeping costs low. Let's roll out and deliver safely and efficiently for our customers.
