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Bulk fuel management
Competitive bulk fuel prices. Market insight. Reliable supply.
If your business relies on bulk fuel, even a small difference in the price per litre can have a significant impact on your operating costs. We help you secure competitive prices, manage your supply and make better-informed buying decisions.
Multiple fuel options
One partner for every fuel you buy
We work with a panel of established UK bulk fuel providers, and alongside any suppliers you already use, to negotiate the best price available each week. Whether you need a one-off delivery, regular scheduled supplies or help managing fuel across several sites, we'll find the right solution. Depending on your location, requirements and supplier availability, we can supply:
- White diesel / DERV
- Gas oil or red diesel for eligible uses
- Renewable diesel / HVO
- Kerosene and heating oil
- Industrial heating oil
- AdBlue
- Other specialist commercial fuels
Not sure which product is right for your business? Speak to our team and we'll help you understand the options.
How it works
Wider market pricing, without the ring-round
Bulk fuel prices can change quickly, making it hard to know when to order or whether a quote is good value. We give you access to wider market pricing without contacting multiple suppliers every time you need fuel. We will:
Review your needs
Your fuel requirements, usage and delivery locations.
Work with your suppliers
We work alongside your current bulk fuel suppliers.
Approach our panel
We go to our panel of approved providers.
Negotiate
Prices based on your required volume and location.
Compare the options
We lay out what's available, side by side.
Coordinate supply
We help arrange your chosen supply.
Keep negotiating
We continue to review the market and negotiate on your behalf.
You stay in control of your purchasing decisions while benefiting from our industry knowledge, supplier relationships and bulk buying power. We currently manage a client base of more than 55 million litres a year, which gives us large commercial buying advantages.
Fuel market insights
The lowest price today isn't always the best buy
Driving Down has access to Platts fuel market data, giving you extra insight into how wholesale fuel prices are moving. We explain it clearly, without unnecessary jargon, so you can make informed decisions for your business.
We use it to help you understand:
- Current movements in the fuel market
- Factors that may affect future prices
- Whether prices are rising or falling
- When it may be worth placing your next order
- How to plan future bulk purchases more effectively
Why trust Driving Down?
Honest, flexible and far less admin
Honest pricing
We use our knowledge of the fuel market and our relationships with established suppliers to get you a competitive price.
Trusted suppliers, delivered direct
We can source bulk fuel through suppliers including Rix, BE WAT and BP Direct, giving your business a choice of supply options.
Flexible supply
Choose one-off orders, planned deliveries or an ongoing supply arrangement, based on what your business needs.
Less admin
We simplify sourcing prices, comparing suppliers and arranging your fuel supply. We take care of all the legwork.
Questions
Bulk fuel FAQs
What information do you need to give me a quotation?
We'll usually need to know:
- The type of fuel required
- Your estimated order volume
- The delivery postcode or locations
- How often you buy fuel
- When your next delivery is needed
- Details of your current arrangements, where available
Are bulk fuel prices fixed?
Fuel prices move with the wholesale market. We negotiate based on the current market and can use Platts data to help you understand price movements and plan future orders.
How quickly can fuel be delivered?
Delivery times depend on the fuel type, quantity, location and supplier availability. Tell us what you need and when you need it, and we'll explore the options.
Can you support more than one delivery location?
Yes. If your business operates from multiple depots, sites or locations, speak to us about your requirements and we'll review the supply options.
Can you help with regular bulk fuel orders?
Yes. We support businesses with regular purchasing requirements as well as one-off deliveries.
What our customers say
Real savings for real businesses
"We signed up to Driving Down in July and by August, they had not only saved our business nearly £20k per year but they had also managed to secure us a credit back for £2,376 from our supplier. My thanks to Joe and the team."
"In just one month we have saved £285, that is over £3,000 per year. What more can we say, if you want savings back in your business like this just give them a go, so glad we did."
"Just two months into signing up with Driving Down and we're at £2,400 in savings so far, so that's £28k for the year. Those savings plus the peace of mind our fuel card account is fully managed makes our life so much easier."
What do you have to lose?
Our solution is completely transparent. If we can't save you money, there's nothing to pay: you'll either save money or have confidence in your current provider.