Rising Fuel Costs Leave Truckers Fuming
Survey: Majority of truckers agree that fuel costs are a top concern but differ greatly on how to address the problem
Mayfield Village,OH,USA -PR USA Net -3 March 2008: -- Fuel "drives" the trucking industry, and truckers are feeling the pinch at the pump now more than ever. In fact, diesel fuel costs have increased nearly 85 cents a gallon in the past year... A recent survey by commercial auto insurer Progressive found that 69 percent of truckers say fuel costs are their most concerning business expense.
To offset these costs, truckers have tried:
* Downsizing staff (16 percent)
* Lengthening their workdays (12 percent)
* Taking fewer vacation days (8 percent)
But while many truckers are taking serious steps to offset costs, a surprising 41 percent say they’ve done nothing... Bottom line: Regardless of what kind and how many trucks you own or operate, regularly reviewing business expenses like insurance costs can save you money and keep your business moving forward... (Photo: Truck drivers in Sylvania weigh their options.)
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