Making sense of truckload fuel surcharges - research-based considerations

Fuel surcharge programs are widely used in truckload transportation, but disagreements remain about how to apply them fairly and what they truly cost. When fuel is stable, it fades into the background. When fuel turns volatile, it becomes a headline—and a budget problem.

Drawing on industry experience and academic research, this paper breaks down the mechanics of fuel surcharge programs, explains how each variable affects total costs, and offers practical guidance for shippers navigating volatility.

Download the free white paper to:

• Learn which variables influence fuel surcharges
• Discover the factors that drive changes in transportation costs
• Gain a clear understanding of how fuel surcharge programs work
• Understand how to calculate the real impact on your shipping budget
• Access practical strategies and expert insights to help manage fuel price volatility
• Benefit from current research and industry best practices for fair and effective fuel surcharge management