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Honest advice on fuel cards and fuel costs

Market updates, warnings and practical tips to help your business stop overpaying for fuel.

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Don’t get ripped off

10 July 2025

Money expert delivers blunt message to UK businesses on fuel costs

A prominent financial expert tells UK businesses what he thinks of firms that haven’t asked Driving Down about fuel savings.

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24 June 2025

How Middle East tensions drive up fuel prices: what your business can do about it

Fuel costs are tied to events thousands of miles away. Here is why it matters to your business and how to protect your bottom line.

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6 June 2025

How to avoid getting ripped off by a fuel card provider

Five practical tips every business should follow, from pump price versus fixed price to hidden fees.

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1 April 2025

Lack of transparency: issues with reporting and analytics in fuel cards

Many businesses struggle with the reports their fuel card company provides. What to look for and what to demand.

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13 March 2025

Bait and switch: the dangers of unrealistic promotions in fuel cards

Some providers advertise enticing promotions that turn out to be misleading. How to avoid being caught off guard.

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31 January 2025

Fuel card vs reimbursement: which is better for businesses?

Businesses with fleets face a key decision on how to manage fuel expenses. We weigh up the options.

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13 November 2024

New UK Budget changes for companies with vehicles: what to expect and how to prepare

The budget includes several key updates that companies with fleets or company car drivers should know about.

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10 September 2024

Why oil company fuel cards beat supermarket cards: a smarter choice for businesses

Many people instinctively opt for supermarket fuel cards, assuming that is where the savings are. Not so fast.

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14 March 2024

Saved our customers £12,455,622

What Driving Down has saved its customers so far.

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19 January 2024

The market is DOWN by 3.5p to 3.8p for W/C 14.04.2025

Fuel card providers offer streamlined solutions, but behind the scenes there are practices you should know about.

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