Customer levies and surcharges

Easily setup levies, fuel surcharges, and more

Leverage Transvirtual’s fuel levy calculators to adjust rates dynamically, manage rising costs, and keep your operations running smoothly.
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Are you accurately adjusting your fuel surcharge to keep up with fuel price changes?

Setup fuel levies for customers, add start dates, and set your levies as either a flat rate or a percentage.

Before

Transvirtual

vs.

  • Manual calculations can lead to revenue loss


  • Updating rates can be a slow and time-consuming process
  • Customer pricing was done manually, leading to mix ups
  • Rates lack clarity and confuse clients

  • Profit tracking can be a tedious and time-consuming process

After

Transvirtual

  • Automatically calculate surcharges based on predetermined formulas and fuel price fluctuations
  • Update rates instantly or set the effective date-when you want this levy to start applying from
  • Flexible pricing tailored to clients or specific jobs
  • Transparent rates build trust among customers and partners
  • Detailed reports provide insights into payments and pricing

Set and implement fuel levy rates on the go with complete flexibility

Flexible Customization

Adapt levies to suit your needs.

Set rates by zones—like cities and suburbs—or by freight type, such as cartons versus pallets. Choose the metrics that best fit your operations.

Auto-Calculate Fuel Surcharges

Manage fuel fluctuations

Ensure your transport business isn’t underquoting by using base rates and fuel surcharges to generate accurate and competitive quotes.

Set Up Customer Levies

Flexible levy management

Transvirtual lets you easily create and adjust levies and surcharges. Apply percentage-based or flat rates and link them to specific dates or date ranges for precise cost management 

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Understanding Fuel Surcharge Calculations

Calculate fuel surcharges

Transport companies track government indexes or supplier reports to adjust fuel surcharges as prices change. Set surcharges by comparing current fuel prices to a base rate using a percentage formula. Update regularly and include on invoices for transparency.

Implementing Transparent Fuel Surcharge Policies

Build trust through clear surcharge explanations, regular updates based on fuel costs, and advance communication of changes. Keep policies simple and visible on all rate agreements and invoices so customers understand what they’re paying for.

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Frequently asked questions

Fuel levies are tax or charges “levied” on fuel. Fuel levies help freight providers manage fuel price fluctuations and reduce financial risk, but for customers, they can quickly add up and drive-up transportation costs significantly. 

 

Transvirtual helps you automate surcharge calculations, ensure transparency, and keep costs fair for both you and your customers. 

Fuel surcharges are calculated by tracking fuel prices and determining the extra cost per gallon used. Transport companies apply this as a percentage of the base freight rate or a fixed amount per mile. The formula varies but typically factors in fuel consumption, distance, and the difference between current and baseline fuel prices. 

As a business, rising and fluctuating costs are quite common. So, whenever costs increase, you must pass them on to avoid losses. A fuel levy helps offset these changes by adjusting charges based on fuel price fluctuations. To implement one, set a baseline fuel price, track market trends, and apply a fair, transparent surcharge. Regular updates and clear communication on invoices ensure customers understand the adjustment. 

 

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