Is a fuel card linked to a driver or a vehicle?

A fuel card can be assigned to a driver, a vehicle, or in some cases both depending on the preference of the business.

• Driver-linked cards
  A driver-linked card is allocated to a specific driver and can be used for multiple vehicles. This is ideal when employees switch between vehicles.
• Vehicle-linked cards
  Vehicle-linked cards are assigned to a specific vehicle meaning any driver operating that vehicle can use the card. This set up is a popular with fleet managers as it helps maintain control over fuel expenses, track individual vehicle usage and monitor fuel consumption by vehicle. It can also help reduce the risk of unauthorised or fraudulent use of a fuel card.  
• Flexible options
  Some providers offer the option to assign a fuel card to a driver and a specific vehicle. This option allows the business to monitor fuel usage for both the vehicle and the driver, which can help identify and address excessive fuel consumption and inefficient driving habits. 

Selecting the right set up can help a business streamline expense tracking, improve security, and reduce spend.