The ES Advantage Blog

At ES Advantage, our goal is to be a resource for owner-operators and fleet owners. Whether it is through industry leading discounts on fuel, shop, and tires, our insurance provider network, or sharing insights on the latest industry news that impacts your business, know that with ES Advantage by your side, you will NEVER STAND ALONE. To learn more about our services call 888-566-9877.

  • Fuel Cards
    Protect Your Credit & Fuel Cards on the Road: Smart Tips for Owner-Operators
    June 13, 2025
    As an owner-operator or small fleet owner, protecting your financial tools, especially your credit cards and fuel cards, has to be a top priority. From card skimming at the pump to phishing scams and fraudulent charges, the risk of card theft is real. But with the right habits and tools, you can keep your money…
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  • Rising Diesel Prices
    Rising Diesel Prices: What Owner-Operators and Fleet Owners Need to Know and How to Stay Ahead
    April 21, 2025
    Learn how rising diesel prices are affecting truckers—and the smart steps you can take to protect your bottom line. If you’ve filled up at the pump lately, you’ve likely felt the pinch. Despite recent headlines about oil prices dropping below $60 per barrel, diesel prices are once again on the rise, jumping as much as…
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  • Brent Lacoste Podcast
    ES Advantage Program Plays Key Role For Veteran Owner-Operator Brent Lacoste
    March 31, 2025
    Veteran Owner-Operator Brent Lacoste shares his experience and the significant savings that he has seen through the ES Advantage program. Jeff Reese, who is the Director of Sales and Marketing for Vendor Network Services at ES, leads this podcast conversation with Brent, who discusses his passion for trucking, the sacrifices involved and the importance of…
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  • Goal-Setting Tips for Owner-Operators
    Goal-Setting Tips for Owner-Operators to Thrive in 2025
    January 24, 2025
    For owner-operators and small business owners, setting the right goals can mean the difference between spinning your wheels and making serious progress. With 2025 fully underway, we dedicated an episode of the Success In Trucking Podcast to goal-setting to help our community members thrive in 2025. Jeff Reese, Director of Vendor Services at ES Advantage,…
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  • Semper Gumby: The Importance of Flexibility When Building a Trucking Business
    Semper Gumby: The Importance of Flexibility When Building a Trucking Business
    November 7, 2024
    As we approach Veterans Day, it’s important to reflect on the values that have shaped many successful business owners within the trucking industry—especially those who have served our country. One phrase that applies directly to running a business in trucking is Semper Gumby, an unofficial slogan of the United States military, meaning “Always Flexible.” Whether…
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