AssetGo adds fuel price comparison and station finder to fleet management platform
Fleet management and compliance software specialist AssetGo has introduced integrated fuel station searching and price comparison functionality to its fleet management platform and mobile driver app.
The addition enables commercial vehicle operators and drivers to locate suitable filling stations, compare pump prices and identify refuelling facilities that meet their operational requirements.
An interactive map displays nearby filling stations, together with information on fuel prices, fuel types, opening status and available facilities, including suitability for heavy goods vehicles. Price information is refreshed every 30 minutes, allowing users to compare current pump prices across different locations.
The introduction follows the launch of the UK government’s Fuel Finder scheme, under which filling stations are required to report changes in pump prices within 30 minutes. The scheme is intended to improve fuel price transparency and make regularly updated information available through third-party applications and services.
While many larger commercial vehicle operators purchase fuel in bulk and maintain their own depot bunkering facilities, they may also need to use public or commercial filling stations during their journeys. Smaller operators and owner-drivers may rely more heavily on forecourt refuelling, often using fuel cards or other commercial purchasing arrangements.
According to AssetGo, the functionality is designed to simplify refuelling decisions by providing fleet managers and drivers with convenient access to station information and publicly displayed pump prices alongside their existing fleet management tools.
Users can search for filling stations based on their current location or by entering a town, street address or postcode. Results are displayed on an interactive map and in a sortable table, enabling comparisons between available locations.
Search filters allow users to select filling stations according to fuel type, brand, opening status and facilities, including HGV suitability, AdBlue pumps, toilets and car washing services. Frequently used stations can also be saved as favourites for future reference.
Operators can identify filling stations near their depots, provided the relevant address information has been recorded within AssetGo. Individual station details can also be shared using the platform’s integrated messaging functionality, allowing fleet managers to communicate refuelling locations directly to drivers.
The functionality is available through the AssetGo mobile driver app, providing access to station information and prices while drivers are away from their operating base.
Matt Abrams, commercial director at AssetGo, said: “Many commercial vehicle operators have established fuel purchasing arrangements, including their own depot facilities or fuel card agreements. However, there are occasions when drivers need to refuel away from base, and having convenient access to information about suitable filling stations can be extremely useful.
“Being able to identify stations that can accommodate heavy goods vehicles, check available facilities and compare pump prices gives fleet managers and drivers additional information when planning refuelling stops.
“By incorporating this functionality into AssetGo, operators can access the information alongside their existing fleet management tools, rather than relying on separate station finder applications. The ability to share station details directly with drivers also provides a practical benefit for day-to-day fleet operations.”
The introduction of the fuel station finder adds to AssetGo’s existing fleet management and compliance functionality, which includes vehicle inspections, defect reporting, maintenance planning, driver licence checks, tachograph analysis and drivers’ hours management.
