In 2022 diesel prices skyrocketed by over 40% in South Africa. There were multiple reasons – local and global – for this increase, from the ongoing war in Ukraine, pandemic driven manufacturing and supply chain slowdowns, the fluctuating rand and never-ending taxes and levies. This would have hit businesses where it hurt, increasing operational costs and decreasing profits.
While there is nothing that can be done about the price of diesel, there are ways to manage fuel efficiency and consumption.
FUEL EFFICIENT EQUIPMENT
Fuel efficiency is more than just the fuel used by your machinery, it’s a measure of productivity and fuel consumed.
However, there are other factors that will affect your fuel efficiency:
- Idle time
- Operator behaviour
- Fuel management technology
- Machine choice
CAT® is renowned for the exceptional and consistent quality of their machines, and continuous improvements that have led to outstanding fuel efficiency.
When it comes to innovating in this space, all new CAT® machines are all fitted with Product Link™ technology that enables customers to not only track fuel consumption but fuel efficiency too. You’ll be surprised at how much you can save on your fuel costs.
The productivity, technology, and efficiency of Caterpillar's® new models are critical to finishing any operation, large or small, on time and with the right margins.
FUEL EFFICIENCY GUARANTEED
At Barloworld Equipment, we are so confident in the fuel consumption and efficiency of our CAT® machinery, we offer a Fuel Promise Program with new eligible machines purchased with a CVA.
