Clearview National October 2014 - Issue 155 | Page 18

INDUSTRYNEWS

Caution
– red
herrings
ahead

»»Van users should beware
red herrings that could cost them hundreds
of pounds, according to The Fuelcard People.
Steve Clarke, group marketing manager, has
warned that some firms comparing fuel cards
still believe in universal validity, a supposed
‘benefit’ that actually makes no sense.

‘Some people still think
that they need a fuel card’
He said: “Some people still think that they
need a fuel card that can be used anywhere,
as if major brand filling stations are hard to
find.”
He issued a challenge. “Next time you start
your engine, think of any of the major brands.

Then, count their forecourts as you pass
them during the day. At the end of the day,
ask yourself if you would have had difficulty in
refuelling if you could only use that brand.”
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