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by Mario Tarradell | May 15, 2024

TCS Fuel Card Welcomes Maverik and Kum & Go Truck Stops

TransConnect Services (TCS) proudly announces that Maverik, a popular fuel stop in 12 Western states such as Utah, Nevada, and Idaho, is joining the TCS Fuel Discount Network. With the addition of the Maverik network and select Kum & Go truck stop locations, TCS Fuel Card clients now have more than 2,000 locations to save on fuel.

by Mario Tarradell | February 1, 2024

IFTA Report Deadlines for 2024: Tips to Make Your Filing Easy!

If your business is trucking, IFTA is always on your mind. That's because reports for the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) are due four times each year. There's no way around it, if you haul loads from state to state, you file IFTA reports. We have your IFTA report deadlines for 2024 right at your fingertips, as well as general information about IFTA, including what you need to file your quarterly reports and how to file electronically. We also tell you how having a TCS Fuel Card makes IFTA filing easier.

by Mario Tarradell | October 13, 2023

Truck Stop Rewards Programs in the TCS Fuel Card Discount Network

Trucker loyalty should be rewarded, and fuel rewards programs at many truck stops do just that. Most major truck stop chains offer points, discounts, and credits on fuel, showers, food, drink, and other amenities for filling up at their locations. TCS Fuel Card clients can enjoy great discounts on diesel right at the pump at more than 1,500 in-network discount locations across the country. And they can participate in truck stop rewards programs while using the TCS Fuel Card. We give you all the details on the fuel rewards programs our in-network partners offer.

by Mario Tarradell | September 1, 2023

EFS Money Codes and EFS Checks: How to Use Them Safely and Securely

EFS money codes have been an integral part of the trucking industry for decades. Trucking companies and owner-operators frequently use EFS money codes for EFS check payments in their day-to-day business. This transportation and logistics payment method is solidly engrained in the trucking industry.

by Mario Tarradell | June 30, 2023

How Truck Tires Help You Save On Fuel

Truck tires are directly linked to diesel fuel economy. That’s a huge connection since both fuel and tires are two major expenses for hard-working truckers hauling loads. How you maintain those tires, as well as what kind of tires you buy, dictate how much money you spend on fuel. Let’s look at a few key […]

by Mario Tarradell | June 19, 2023

How to Save Money on Truck Repairs

Truck maintenance, specifically truck repairs, takes a huge chunk out of a trucking company’s annual budget. Next to fuel and purchasing a truck, it is the costliest aspect of running a trucking business. Repairs and maintenance swallow up about 10 percent of overall expenses, according to Truck Driver Institute. We’re talking about 12 cents per mile and $15,000 annually for airline/hoses, alternators, wiring, and brakes.

TCS Blog

TCS Fuel Card Welcomes Maverik and Kum & Go Truck Stops

IFTA Report Deadlines for 2024: Tips to Make Your Filing Easy!

Truck Stop Rewards Programs in the TCS Fuel Card Discount Network

EFS Money Codes and EFS Checks: How to Use Them Safely and Securely

How Truck Tires Help You Save On Fuel

How to Save Money on Truck Repairs

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