Case Study: Smart Fuel Timing Saves Trucking Companies Thousands
Every day, we send targeted alerts to the trucking companies we manage, advising them whether to buy fuel today or wait for a better opportunity the next day.
By following this guidance, one trucking operation that we manage discovered it could save $14,674.81 in just April simply by strategically purchasing diesel on days when the market moved down. No changes to routes, suppliers, or fleet size were required — only smarter timing.
| Week Ending | Market Move Down | Gallons Pumped | Potential Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1 | $0.087 | 9,069 | $789.00 |
| April 8 | $0.709 | 7,681 | $5,445.83 |
| April 10 | $0.193 | 7,480 | $1,442.89 |
| April 14 | $0.370 | 8,671 | $3,206.54 |
| April 17 | $0.416 | 7,914 | $3,288.27 |
| April 24 | $0.071 | 8,065 | $571.81 |
| April 30 | $0.073 | 9,883 | $719.48 |
| Total | — | 58,763 | $14,172.82 |
Key Takeaway
Total Savings: $14,675
Total Gallons: 58,763
Key Insight
The bigger the daily market drop, the larger the savings. Even small downturns produced hundreds of dollars in value. By shifting purchases to “down days,” the company captured real savings without reducing fuel use.
Not only do you save money on fuel when the market drops, but we also save you money by advising you not to buy on unfavorable days.
Bottom Line
Trucking companies that buy fuel on the right days gain a powerful, low-effort competitive advantage. With our Fleet Forecast app, we make it simple for drivers and fleet managers — whether operating small fleets or large enterprises — to know in real time whether they should buy fuel today or wait until tomorrow.