When the temperature climbs, so does the call volume. Breakdowns, overheated engines, and road trips gone wrong all keep tow truck drivers busier than ever during summer. But while you’re rescuing others, summer heat quietly adds pressure on your own operations, burning through fuel, stressing engines, and wearing down your team. If you run a
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Your crews are out before sunrise. Trailers are loaded, engines are running, and the job list is long. Summer is prime time for landscaping and tree care but it’s also when fuel costs spike, heat wears out both people and equipment, and simple maintenance mistakes turn into big repair bills. Whether you’re managing a few
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Summer is peak season for auto repair and vehicle sales. Customers are lining up for A/C checks, road trip inspections, and new rides. But behind the scenes, heat is quietly straining your operations. Whether you run a repair shop, a dealership, or both, the combination of hot temps, idling vehicles, and higher fuel burn can
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When the heat rises, so do the stakes. Food delivery fleets don’t just move goods, they move freshness, safety, and time-sensitive loads. And in the summer, every extra minute of idling, every worn hose, and every distracted driver can impact more than just fuel efficiency. It can put an entire load at risk. If you’re
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Summer doesn’t slow down the need for patient care. If anything, the demand for non-emergency medical transport only grows, especially with seniors needing rides to dialysis, check-ups, and follow-ups. But while you’re focused on reliability and comfort, the heat brings challenges that can quietly impact your bottom line. From high-idle hours to overworked A/C systems
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Recycling doesn’t take a break in summer and neither does your fleet. While your trucks are busy keeping communities clean, the heat is busy working against your bottom line. From longer idle times at Material Recovery Facilities to rising fuel prices and tired drivers, hot weather creates hidden risks that recycling companies can’t afford to
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Summer means long days, packed schedules, and jobs stacking up faster than you can dispatch your crews. But while your vans and trucks are out keeping homes and businesses running, high heat can quietly eat away at your bottom line through increased fuel burn, vehicle stress, and driver fatigue. If you’re running electrical or plumbing
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There’s no slowing down in the summer. Crews are working overtime. Heavy equipment is running all day. And the sun? It’s relentless. On high-heat days, idling and A/C alone can push fuel costs through the roof while putting both machines and operators at risk. Whether you’re managing a mixed fleet or just trying to keep
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High double-digit and triple-digit temperatures are tough on drivers and brutal on budgets too. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, air conditioning can reduce fuel economy by up to 25% during extreme heat. As it gets hotter in throughout the summer, it’s the perfect time for fleets to double down on smart safety habits
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Accurate, timely reporting is the backbone of smart business decisions, especially in industries where fuel is one of the largest line items. That’s why comprehensive reporting isn’t just a perk of the Energie Fuel Card, it’s a core feature. Below are some of the most common questions we get from businesses looking to tighten up
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