With the festive season in full swing and everyone getting out and about for Christmas, roads across the UK are getting busier. At the same time, temperatures are dropping and winter conditions are becoming more unpredictable. Whether you're travelling to see family, delivering goods around the country or managing a fleet of drivers during the Christmas rush, staying prepared is key.
To help you enjoy a safe, smooth and stress-free Christmas, we’ve created The Twelve Days of fuelGenie: a fun, practical guide to winter driving – with some fuel-saving tips sprinkled on top. Have a read, stay safe on the road and we hope you enjoy the countdown to Christmas.
On the first day of fuelGenie, plan ahead with the fuelGenie app
Before hitting the road, check routes, compare live prices and pinpoint the best places to refuel. Planning ahead can save time and money during peak travel periods. It’s like buying all your presents early and not waiting until Christmas Eve.
On the second day of fuelGenie, find nearby fuelGenie and fuelGenie+ stations
With thousands of participating sites nationwide, it’s easy to stay topped up wherever your festive journey takes you. The app makes finding your nearest station effortless.
On the third day of fuelGenie, check opening times before you head out
It’s easy to forget what day it is around Christmas time. But it’s important to remember that holiday hours can vary significantly. Avoid unexpected closures by checking station opening times in advance, especially on bank holidays.
On the fourth day of fuelGenie, keep your tank topped up in cold weather
Just like our energy levels drop if we don’t top up with Christmas chocolate, fuel levels drop faster in winter too. Running low can increase your risk of fuel issues. And keeping your tank fuller also reduces moisture build-up in extremely cold conditions.
On the fifth day of fuelGenie, set driver spend limits
Like having a Christmas present budget, setting spend limits helps keep seasonal costs under control for fleet managers. It’s a simple way to manage budgets when deliveries and mileage increase.
On the sixth day of fuelGenie, restrict cards to fuel-only
Add an extra layer of protection by limiting purchases to fuel-only. This ensures clear spending patterns (and reduces the risk of unauthorised festive shopping sprees).
On the seventh day of fuelGenie, track spending easily
With fuelGenie’s reporting tools, you can monitor usage, spot trends and stay on top of your budgets throughout the busiest time of year.
On the eight day of fuelGenie, enjoy HMRC-approved invoices
Streamline your year-end admin with clear, accurate invoices. It’s one less thing to worry about with everything else going on at Christmas time.
On the ninth day of fuelGenie, earn supermarket loyalty rewards
Every refill at participating supermarkets earns valuable loyalty points – a welcome bonus during one of the most expensive months of the year.
On the tenth day of fuelGenie, get wider coverage with fuelGenie+
For long trips or rural routes, fuelGenie+ offers even greater flexibility with more stations to choose from. Ideal for winter journeys off the beaten track (the North Pole might be a stretch).
On the eleventh day of fuelGenie, keep your fleet efficient
Regular vehicle checks – tyres, fluids, wipers and lights – help maintain efficiency and prevent breakdowns when it’s cold and dark. Oh, and make sure you get your festive air freshener – that’s very important.
On the twelfth day of fuelGenie, drive safely and enjoy the season
Winter roads can be unpredictable. Remind your drivers to leave extra space, slow down in icy conditions and enjoy the season safely – with a few Christmas tunes on the radio to bring them home.
How fuelGenie helps over the Christmas period
‘Tis the season to be jolly, with sparkling lights, festive baubles and presents under the tree.
But winter also brings with it increased travel, harsh weather and rising costs. That’s where fuelGenie is here to help. With easy route planning, access to low-cost supermarket fuel, wider coverage through fuelGenie+, simple budgeting tools and loyalty rewards, you can keep your drivers prepared, your fleet efficient and your costs under control.
So whatever the festive season brings, fuelGenie can help you make sure you stay moving smoothly, safely and cost-effectively.
