Fleet Partners

Save Money And The Environment

FleetPartners understand in the current economic climate reducing vehicle leasing expenses is a vitally important strategy to ensure the viability of a business going forward.  Fluctuating fuel costs can have a significant impact on an organisations cash flow and on face value it appears difficult to reduce the expense without taking drastic action i.e. reducing the size or changing the makeup of your fleet. ecodriver however provides a realistic solution that was not previously available to train drivers to operate their cars more fuel efficiently. 

ecodriver

ecodriver is New Zealand's only company specialising in fuel economy training courses. The specialised training enables drivers to understand and practice the techniques required to maximise the fuel economy potential of their cars. The expert tuition is not just a theory course it is practical as well, providing individual guidance in the application of economic driving techniques.   

The Bottom Line

Auto manufacturers are continually developing and applying the latest technologies to make every drop of fuel go further and have identified that the driver is the key factor to improving fuel economy. By using these techniques, ecodriver quote that drivers can save up to 15% on fuel costs p.a. and the investment in attending this course can be returned to you in the first six months through fuel savings alone. To ensure you track your fuel consumption and Co2 outputs, FleetPartners fuel reporting can provide you with information that will enable you to proactively manage driver behaviour and save you money.   

Small Changes Make a Big Difference

Poor driving habits can lead to fuel usage that is up to 50% higher than necessary.  Research has shown that no matter how efficient a manufacturer makes a vehicle, the driver still has the potential to cause excessive fuel consumption. Working with FleetPartners to provide expert training and education programs like ecodriver have yielded improved fuel economy figures of between 8 - 50%. Regardless of whether the vehicle is petrol or diesel powered, the driver skills required to maximise economy are the same. 

The ability to drive economically is often hindered by a lack of the appropriate skills and techniques. Three benefits can be readily identified upon completion of the ecodrive course. 

1. A reduction in fuel consumption, typically greater than 10% and commonly 15% (some American studies have had individual improvements of 50%). 

2. As emission output is proportional to fuel consumption, emission output reduces by the corresponding amount. 

3. A reduced accident rate; the techniques employed for economy also foster safe driving habits.        

Fuel Saver Course

ecodriver economy driving techniques are taught on real road conditions with the course facilitator observing, coaching and explaining the techniques in the car. ecodriver also come to you, at your business premises to minimise inconvenience. The fuel saver course takes around 1hr45mins and is conducted with two people at a time.  All lessons commence with a 30 minute theory session covering the best techniques and underlying theories for fuel efficient driving, followed with a 1 hour practical in the driver’s usual car. The course ends with a 15 minute summary, question session and action plan.   Course materials include:

• Laminated Tip Sheet
• Individualised Driver Action Plan
• Certificate of Accomplishment
• Fleet Evaluation Report

Drive Further With FleetPartners

To find out more about ecodriver click here. To find out how you can take advantage of FleetPartners introductory rate, talk to us today. 0800 372 632