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by Mario Tarradell | marzo 8, 2023

Don’t Be a Cyber Crime Victim: Tips to Protect Yourself from Phishing Attacks

Phishing is the most common type of cybercrime with an estimated 3.4 billion spam emails sent every day. In fact, nearly half (45%) of all emails sent in 2021 were identified as spam. These are fraudulent attacks that threaten the livelihood of businesses and individuals. So how do you protect yourself from phishing? How do you avoid becoming a cybercrime victim? We have a list of tips and best practices for you so that you aren't the latest target of cyber criminals. We also tell you how the TCS Fuel Card works hard to combat cybercrime.

by Mario Tarradell | diciembre 15, 2022

IFTA Report Deadlines For 2023

It’s IFTA time for truckers. Quarterly reports for the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) are a four- times-a-year requirement for trucking companies and owner-operators. If you haul loads from state to state, you file IFTA reports. Get the deadline dates and learn how the TCS Fuel Card can make filing easier.

by Mario Tarradell | diciembre 6, 2022

Fuel Prices Rank As No. 1 Issue in Trucking Industry 2022 Report

Fuel prices in 2022 affected owner-operators and trucking companies hauling loads every day. So, it's no surprise that trucking industry professionals responding to the ATRI (American Transportation Research Institute) Critical Issues in the Trucking Industry 2022 survey unanimously chose fuel prices as the #1 ranking issue. They also chose three counterstrategies to help control rising fuel prices. In addition, there was a first-ever issue in the rest of the Top 10 and a few other unexpected results. We give you a summary breakdown of the ATRI report.

by Mario Tarradell | noviembre 16, 2022

How to Spot Fuel Card Skimming and Fraud

Fuel card skimming and fraud are both on the rise across the country. That means TCS Fuel Card clients need to be vigilant every time they pump diesel. Because security is our top priority, we put together tips to avoid card skimming right at the truck stop. We also offer a few points on what we see as the common signs of fuel card fraud. To protect yourself, we explain the TCS Fuel Card security controls and our Cardless Fueling feature at TA®, Petro Stopping Centers®, and TA Express®. There you don't need a physical card at all, so it eliminates the risk of card skimming and fraud.

by Mario Tarradell | noviembre 8, 2022

5 Fuel-Saving Tips for Owner-Operators

With recent changes in fuel prices, filling up at the pump is more intimidating than ever and that’s only one of the tasks on your plate. As an owner-operator, you juggle various other expenses like insurance, taxes, and maintenance. Thankfully, there are simple things you can do to reduce fuel costs and protect your bottom […]

by Mario Tarradell | noviembre 8, 2022

9 Fuel-Saving Tips for Fleets

It’s an understatement to say that fuel is a significant expense for fleet managers. It makes up a notable portion of the budget for trucking businesses of any size. If you’re looking for a way to save money on fuel, you’re in luck. These nine tips can help you cut costs while still turning a […]

TCS Blog

Don’t Be a Cyber Crime Victim: Tips to Protect Yourself from Phishing Attacks

IFTA Report Deadlines For 2023

Fuel Prices Rank As No. 1 Issue in Trucking Industry 2022 Report

How to Spot Fuel Card Skimming and Fraud

5 Fuel-Saving Tips for Owner-Operators

9 Fuel-Saving Tips for Fleets

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