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Are you stocked up on red diesel in time for winter? Running out of fuel can be a business nightmare. When the temperature drops, fuel demand increases which means delivery slots get filled quickly. Make sure you order your fuel ahead of the cold busy months to avoid the spine-chilling problems of downtime. It’s in our name, so it’s no superstition that we provide true nationwide deliveries of our fuels & lubricants. We have been supplying our customers with red diesel for over 60 years to make sure they never experience the costly consequences of running dry. This Halloween we’re offering some devilishly good deals on our red diesel to make sure you never experience your red diesel dilemma. Don’t delay,… Continue Reading

As our favourite season seems to have ended abruptly, we say farewell to the afternoons spent in the park and the boozy BBQs round at friends. Gone are the long days of sun which are instead replaced by duvet days and mornings spent in bed. But the change in weather and behaviours can be problematic and can often result in several months of feeling flat, fed up and mourning the summer which feels like an eternity ago. To help avoid the post-summer slump, we’ve comprised some mood boosters and handy hints to help you breeze through the season with a smile, and it involves being proactive and ordering your fuels now. 1. Crack that sleeping pattern Waking up exhausted and… Continue Reading

Fuel is a valuable commodity and when stored locally, it can be an enticing target for thieves. Fuels such as red diesel, kerosene, DERV and their storage tanks can be expensive to replace and fuel theft can leave you not only out of pocket but also cold this winter. Especially if your heating oil is the target, as you’ll have no way to heat your home. With the dark nights descending on us, this opens up an opportunity for thieves due to longer extended periods of darkness which make it more able to successfully steal fuel. Therefore, it’s hugely important to implement security measures to protect your bloodline. Follow our 6 easy steps and you can be rest assured your fuel’s… Continue Reading

Now the busy harvest season is coming to an end, it’s time to ensure your fuel, machinery and tanks are in top-top condition to avoid unplanned maintenance and to keep your farm moving. In today’s climate of fluctuating fuel prices, farms must seek ways to conserve fuel in order to reduce costs. Anyone who has unfortunately experienced problems with their fuel supply will know the impact it can have on production, expenses and stress levels. Check fuel tanks Ensuring your fuels and oils are stored safely on a busy farm is essential to avoid spillages from badly positioned and poorly maintained tanks. One in ten UK farmers have experienced a fuel spillage, so keeping on top of your tank’s condition… Continue Reading

Fuel prices go up and down all the time. Perhaps the only other precious commodity whose price changes so abruptly are Freddo bars, which are now up to an eye-watering 25p. Unbelievable, right? But unlike Freddos, the factors which affect fuel prices are incredibly complicated and wide ranging. May 2018 saw the largest petrol and diesel prices in the last 18 years and prices are continuing to sky rocket, with prices having hit a 4 year high. Drivers are being warned that it could cost at least £8 more to fill the tank up compared to last year. So, in order to help you get to grips with the reasons behind the increase, here’s our attempt to demystify the strange… Continue Reading

As a business, you may have struggled to gauge the importance of using social media for your business, especially if you’re in one of the less “trendy” industries. But don’t worry, you wouldn’t be alone in thinking this, as there are only around 70 million businesses globally using Facebook Pages according to Facebook’s own data. Forbes boldly claims “to question the power of social media in society is to question the importance of sunlight on earth”. With over 3 billion people using social networks worldwide, no matter what your industry, social platforms enable people from all over the globe to communicate in an instantaneous, inexpensive way. Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn are the three giants leading the way in providing not… Continue Reading

Business mistakes that will haunt you Everyone makes mistakes in business. However, simple mistakes can have a high cost to business owners, regardless of the size of your company. Nearly 50% of businesses fail after five years and 20% of businesses close during the first year of operations. A mistake in your business doesn’t just affect you. They can often cause a chain-reaction that impacts your employees, your opportunities in the future and your growth – to name a few! That’s why we’ve put together this list of 6 business mistakes that will haunt you, so you can be vigilant about the evils that may encroach upon your organisation. Having no plan for the future Planning ahead seems like a… Continue Reading

Biofuel. You’ve probably heard of it before. But what does it actually mean, and what are the actual advantages of biofuel for you as a business owner? If you’re interested in ensuring a cleaner, greener future for your operations, it might be the right time to make the switch. Allow us to explain. What is biofuel? Let’s get the science out of the way first. First of all, biofuel is a catch-all term for fuels made out of renewable, biodegradable sources. In fact, you can produce biofuels from pretty much any living matter – vegetable oil, animal fats, waste crop material, alcohol, algae – if it can biodegrade, science can turn it into fuel! As every biofuel is different, each… Continue Reading

Finding AdBlue Suppliers If your business uses large diesel engines, then you will have to comply with EU law and use AdBlue to cut down your CO2 emissions. Finding the right AdBlue suppliers for your business can be quite difficult, especially when you consider how many distributors are on the market. Here are a few things to keep in mind so you can find reliable AdBlue suppliers for your business so then you can keep your supply topped up all year long. Do You Need AdBlue In Bulk? If you have a large group of diesel vehicles or you’re running really low on AdBlue, you might need a supplier that can deliver in bulk. It’s important that you make sure… Continue Reading

Get the latest red diesel prices in 2018 with Nationwide Fuels. We provide the most competitive red diesel prices consistently. Give us a call now on 0845 0303 111 to check the latest red diesel prices. The price of red diesel is changing all the time, so it is always best to check the red diesel price regularly with your fuel supplier. Call us now on 0845 0303 111 for the latest price. Depending on the industry you operate in, you could be eligible to use red diesel. Gas oil is another name for red diesel and can be used in vehicles for commercial purposes. Red diesel is mainly used by those in the farming, engineering, and manufacturing industries. However, it is also… Continue Reading