What Is A Fuel Surcharge?

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A fuel surcharge is an additional fee that is added to the cost of shipping goods by truck. It is intended to compensate the carrier for the increasing cost of fuel. The fuel surcharge is typically based on the average price of fuel in a given region over a set period of time, and it is usually expressed as a percentage of the base shipping rate. The fuel surcharge is designed to help carriers offset the rising cost of fuel, which can have a significant impact on their operating expenses. The fuel surcharge is typically reviewed and adjusted on a regular basis, in order to reflect changes in fuel prices.

Why am I being charged a Fuel Surcharge on my shipment?

You may be charged a fuel surcharge on your shipment because the carrier is trying to compensate for the rising cost of fuel. Fuel is a major operating expense for trucking companies, and the price of fuel can fluctuate significantly. In order to control operating expenses, carriers may implement a fuel surcharge to pass some of the fuel costs onto their customers. The amount of the fuel surcharge is typically based on the current price of fuel and may be adjusted periodically to reflect changes in fuel prices. The fuel surcharge is often calculated as a percentage of the base freight rate and is added to the total cost of the shipment. If you are being charged a fuel surcharge, it should be listed separately on your invoice or other shipping documents.

Why does the Fuel Surcharge change weekly?

The fuel surcharge may change weekly because it is typically based on the current price of fuel, which can fluctuate significantly. The price of fuel is affected by a number of factors, including the cost of crude oil, refinery operations, and transportation costs. These factors can all contribute to fluctuations in the price of fuel, which can in turn affect the amount of the fuel surcharge. Some carriers may adjust the fuel surcharge on a weekly basis to reflect changes in fuel prices, while others may adjust it more frequently or less frequently, depending on their business practices and the volatility of fuel prices.

Understanding the Fuel Surcharge at Thinnes Transport

At Thinnes Transport, we strive to provide you with the best possible shipping experience. As you may know, we charge a fuel surcharge on our shipments to compensate for the increasing cost of fuel. We want to assure you that this fee is not a hidden cost or an attempt to make extra profit. It is simply a way for us to offset the rising cost of fuel, which is a major expense for us as a trucking company.

The fuel surcharge is calculated as a percentage of the base shipping rate and is based on the average price of fuel in a given region over a set period of time. This fee is reviewed and adjusted on a regular basis to reflect changes in fuel prices. As you may have noticed, the fuel surcharge can change weekly due to fluctuations in fuel prices.

We understand that the fuel surcharge may be an added expense that you were not expecting. However, we believe that transparency is key to building a strong and trustworthy relationship with our customers. That’s why we always list the fuel surcharge separately on your invoice or other shipping documents.

If you have any questions or concerns about the fuel surcharge or any other aspect of our services, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are always happy to hear from our customers and to provide you with the information you need.

Thank you for choosing Thinnes Transport as your shipping partner. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you in the future.

 

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