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[Video] How Do Fuel Surcharges Work for Truck Drivers?

October 3rd, 2022

Samantha Dwyer

Samantha Dwyer

Samantha joined the Anderson Trucking Family in November of 2012 as a specialized driver manager and managed a fleet of mixed company and contractor drivers. In the spring of 2014, she transitioned to the driver administration department and began working in contractor services. While in contractor services, Samantha familiarized herself with all processes, procedures and information in regards to driver contracts, pay and settlements. She is currently the operations support manager and oversees both the contractor services department as well as the driver settlement department and leads both of her teams to ensure our drivers receive the highest level of service required to help navigate their accounts and settlements on a daily basis.

 

Confused about fuel surcharges? You aren’t alone.


As fuel prices rise, so do fuel surcharges, but how do you know the surcharge rate is covering the cost of your fuel? I’ll explain how fuel surcharges work, alongside the four common pay schedules customers will pay out fuel surcharges. This includes:


1. Standard fuel schedule
2. Percentage of the line haul rate
3. Third-party consumption
4. No fuel surcharge


If you’re still looking for ways to save money, check out these tips to increase your fuel efficiency.

 

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