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 The Owner Operators' Guide to Managing Fuel Costs: Part 1   Automotive As all owner operators will know, fuel costs are a constant concern – whether you’re just starting out or whether you’re an old hand at haulage. Jobs both big and small need fuel, and that costs money. However, owner operators don’t have the same options as big companies when it comes to fuel. When you’re buying for huge fleets, you are more likely to secure deals and offers. Today, I am going to give some advice on the different methods of buying diesel that are available to the smaller operators and explain the pros and cons of using these methods to get your vehicles out on the roads on haulage jobs. To Bulk Buy or Not to Bulk Buy Most big businesses bulk buy. This is the cheapest way of getting a product, as the more you purchase, the less it costs. Therefore, it can be tempting to install a bulk fuel tank in your operating centre to provide cheaper diesel for your trucks. However, for an owner operator, ty