Managing a manufacturing operation means navigating an intricate network of costs, logistics and oversight. Among the most volatile and hard-to-track expenditures is fuel. Between delivery fleets, raw material transportation, and employee travel, fuel consumption can eat into the bottom line faster than any other operational cost. This is where fleet fuel cards step in as an innovative fleet management solution. Designed for modern efficiency, Valero’s fleet card programs offer manufacturers a direct way to enhance fuel expense management, reduce costs, and gain the visibility they need across every mile driven.
Fleet cards offer exclusive business discounts on maintenance, auto parts, lodging and more. For manufacturers managing vehicle-heavy operations, this translates into deeper financial optimization across multiple expense categories.
Unlock Fuel Savings with Strategic Card Programs
For companies watching every penny, fleet fuel cards like the Valero Fleet Card and Valero Fleet Plus Card can bring instant cost relief. These cards offer rebates of up to 8 cents per gallon at over 5,000 Valero, Diamond Shamrock, Beacon and Shamrock locations, driving direct savings on every purchase. Unlike general credit cards, Valero fleet cards are built specifically for fuel purchases, eliminating the temptation for non-fuel expenses and reducing unauthorized spending.
The savings don’t stop at the pump. Fleet cards offer exclusive business discounts on maintenance, auto parts, lodging, and more. For manufacturers managing vehicle-heavy operations, this translates into deeper financial optimization across multiple expense categories.
Fuel Usage Monitoring for Better Budget Control
Manufacturing leaders need full oversight of their operational costs. Valero’s fleet cards deliver detailed transaction data, enabling precise tracking of when, where and how much is spent. Each transaction includes driver ID, fuel grade, sales tax, odometer reading and even time-of-day data — offering granular insights to help fleet managers allocate resources effectively.
This level of fuel expense monitoring supports budget forecasting and gives accounting teams the data needed for clean audits and accurate reimbursement. Integrated software tools and dashboards make generating summary reports, purchase activity logs and exception reports easy, ensuring nothing is missed — down to the last gallon.
Smart Controls to Curb Excess Spending and Prevent Fraud
Without controls, even a few rogue transactions can balloon into serious financial leaks. Valero fleet cards empower businesses with robust security features: PIN verification and purchase limits by product type, time of day and location. Transactions outside preset limits are automatically blocked, giving you the power to set and enforce fueling spending policies.
For manufacturing companies managing dozens or hundreds of vehicles, this helps protect against fraud, waste and abuse. Managers can instantly deactivate lost or stolen cards, add or remove driver access, and get real-time alerts when suspicious activity occurs. It’s a modern, secure strategy for operational accountability.
Streamlined Expense Reporting and Accounting
The complexity of manufacturing operations makes simplified reporting tools invaluable. Valero fleet card dashboards consolidate every expense into digestible, filterable reports. Fleet managers can segment data by driver, vehicle, route or department, aligning transactions with business units and projects.
Whether you need to prepare monthly audits, track tax-exempt purchases or align fuel spending with production schedules, automated reporting tools remove the guesswork. Integration with accounting platforms means fuel data flows directly into your broader financial systems — no more manual entry or paper receipts.
Scalable solutions for small teams and national operations
Whether you operate a regional facility or a nationwide network of manufacturing plants, Valero’s cards are designed to scale. The Valero Fleet Card suits businesses that primarily refuel at Valero locations and want to carry a monthly balance. The Valero Fleet Plus Card is ideal for companies with expansive logistics networks, offering acceptance at 95% of U.S. gas stations and over 45,000 service locations.
Fleet cards collect information that goes beyond simple receipts. When analyzed, this data can uncover inefficiencies, reveal driver behavior trends and support route optimization.
This flexibility ensures manufacturers aren’t locked into limited fueling options. Whether your drivers are moving raw materials across state lines or delivering final goods locally, they’ll always have a place to refuel — and you’ll always have complete visibility of every dollar spent.
Turning Fuel Data into Operational Intelligence
Fuel is more than an expense — it’s a source of actionable data. Fleet cards collect information that goes beyond simple receipts. When analyzed, this data can uncover inefficiencies, reveal driver behavior trends and support route optimization.
Fleet managers can identify which routes consume more fuel, which drivers tend to refuel more often and whether certain vehicles require more frequent maintenance. This data-driven oversight enhances planning, boosts fuel economy and ultimately drives smarter strategic decisions across your operation.
Fuel Card Benefits that go Beyond the Obvious
In addition to standard savings and tracking features, Valero fleet cards offer:
- Expense tracking: Automatically documented transactions eliminate the need for expense reports.
- Mobile app access: Manage cards, track spending, and view reports on the go.
- No monthly or setup fees: Maximize ROI from day one.
- 24/7 customer support: Help is always just a call away, no matter the issue.
- Automatic fuel accounting: Simplify the back-office work, letting teams focus on production.
These features cater to the real-world challenges of running a manufacturing operation — helping you stay lean, agile and profitable.
A Better Way to Manage Fuel
The stakes are high in manufacturing. Every expense matters and every process must contribute to the bottom line. Valero’s fuel card solutions are more than just payment tools; they’re comprehensive systems for fuel expense management designed with manufacturers in mind.
With smarter spending controls and data-rich reporting dashboards, fleet cards help align your fuel strategy with your business goals. Choose the Valero Fleet Card or Valero Fleet Plus Card to streamline expenses, maximize visibility and keep your operations moving efficiently.
Ready to take control of your fuel costs? Visit ValeroFleetCards.com or call 1-855-400-1087 to find the best solution for your manufacturing fleet.