How does a company fuel card work?

If you’re operating a fleet of HGVs or LGVs, you’ll know just how important it is to manage your fuel costs effectively. But with a fuel card for business, you’ll stay in complete control of all your payments. A fuel card gives you visibility over every penny of your diesel spend to simplify the entire process. And a Certas Energy Fuel Card does this with competitive pricing, enhanced security, real-time analytics and a host of other benefits. So how does a fuel card work? Read on for all the details you need to know.

What is a fuel card for businesses?

Quite simply, it’s an alternative method of payment that drivers and businesses can use to purchase diesel, HVO and AdBlue. It gives everyone consistent access to high-quality fuel – and is an ideal solution to help fleet managers oversee the spend. There’s no lengthy expenses process or time spent managing individual company credit cards – it’s all taken care of.

How do fuel cards work?

It’s a straightforward process that benefits the drivers and the fleet managers. Each driver is given their own individual, company-issued fuel card with a unique identifier. They then use this to pay for their diesel, and this is charged directly to the business. Each week, the fleet manager is sent an invoice with details of all the payments on every card – so usage can be traced back to individual drivers and purchases. Another way fuel cards for businesses work is by providing transaction limit controls. Your Certas Energy Fuel Card allows you to set limits based on business requirements, which ensures usage never exceeds your budgeted parameters. This also includes limitations on specific sites and time windows when the card can be used, so you know exactly when and where payments are being made.

What are the benefits of a Certas Energy Fuel Card?

As the UK’s largest distributor of fuel, lubricants and related services, Certas Energy is an expert fuel card company – and our cards offer a host of benefits beyond simplifying your payments.

Accessibility

If you’re wondering where our fuel cards for businesses in the UK can be used, don’t worry – Certas Energy Fuel Cards are accepted at 4,000 nationwide refuelling sites. This network includes 27 dedicated Certas Energy depots, as well as all main motorway sites and many supermarkets – so your drivers are never far away from a place to use their card.

Competitive Pricing

We’re proud to be the UK’s largest independent fuel supplier, so we’re able to offer you a bespoke, competitive price plan to meet your business’ needs. It’s just one of the benefits of being part of a leading fuel card network.

Enhanced Security

Emboss your fuel card with a vehicle registration or named driver to make sure they stay in the right hands – or choose the FuelTapp option for even greater digital security. (Keep reading for more details on this.)

Telematics, Diagnostics and Reporting

GPS technology and on-board diagnostics record information about vehicle movements to track the total cost of ownership. Fill efficiency reports also allow you to compare transaction values against tank capacities for each vehicle – which helps to reduce your carbon footprint and drive efficiencies across the entire fleet.

Extra Rewards

Your staff will have access to discounts and cashback from some of the UK’s favourite brands, including Sky, John Lewis and Tesco. On top of all this, you’ll have the support of a fuel card company who understands the demands of your business. As fleet managers ourselves, we know why cost-effective fuelling is so important – and we’re only a call away to help with any card stops, invoice queries, administration or anything else you need.

What kind of fuel card for business is right for me?

A fuel card is an effective payment method for any company managing a fleet of HGVs or LCVs. But with Certas Energy, you can choose from two options depending on what’s best for your drivers, and the level of security you need. The traditional card gives you all the benefits and protection to run your fleet efficiently. Or, choose FuelTapp – the UK’s first digital fuel card. Drivers simply download an app on their phone, and when it comes to payment, are given a 30-second app-generated PIN to enter at the till. It means no need for physical cards or cash, eliminating the risk of cards being lost, stolen or cloned. Plus, it’s all managed through an easy online portal – allowing you to create additional cards that stay under your control.

Ready to get started with your fuel card?

Just get in touch by calling [number] or filling in the form here [link to online request]. We’ll perform a credit check and get you signed up. And if you choose FuelTapp, you can be up and running in as little as 30 minutes. So how does a company fuel card work? By making diesel payments faster, simpler and more cost effective for your business.