NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI – New data from fuel additive and lubricant company Howes Products shows that one-third of truck drivers who responded to a February survey did not know the benefits of treating their fuel throughout year.
According to a press release, other survey highlights include:
- Almost a quarter (23%) of consumers noted that they do not believe their engine requires regular fuel treatment.
- While the majority of respondents (72%) treat their fuel throughout the year, nearly a quarter (24%) only treat in the winter season.
- Among the benefits reported from regular fuel treatment, the majority of respondents (69%) noted improved water removal as a result, closely followed by increased power and performance (63%), improved in fuel economy (57%) and less maintenance (48). %)).
Howe’s did not provide a specific number of survey participants, saying only that it included “hundreds.”
“Our nation’s truckers have remained incredibly resilient despite the seemingly constant fluctuation of their operating costs and economic uncertainty,” said Rob Howes II, president and director of testing for Howes Products. “While we cannot control the price of diesel or unforeseen impacts to the industry, we do know that a routine fuel treatment regimen is proven to help mitigate additional costs down the road, maximizing your efficiency, safety and performance”.
Applying the survey numbers, the typical owner/operator averages about 120,000 miles per year or roughly 2,500 miles per week, according to Howes.
“Implementing a consistent fuel treatment plan can save thousands of dollars over the course of a year, while improving the overall health of a vehicle’s engine,” the press release states. “Noting that nearly a quarter (24%) of truckers surveyed only treat during the winter, there is a considerable amount of opportunity for drivers to better understand the benefits of year-round treatment.”
Howes said that “A cleaner engine runs better and more efficiently; it’s that simple. Quality additives that clean and increase the lubricating power of your fuel offset the negative effects of today’s ultra-low sulfur diesel. Regular fuel treatment can also protect against carbon, rubber and varnish deposits that often cause damage to critical engine components such as injectors. Also, having the ability to significantly improve fuel economy through regular treatment maintenance over the course of a year can be very helpful for any truck driver looking to save time and money.
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