Step-by-step guide: How do I apply for a fuel card for my business?
How to apply for a fuel card guide By Steve Clarke, Marketing Manager at Fleetmaxx Solutions
If you’re searching “How do I apply for a fuel card?”, Fleetmaxx Solutions makes the process quick, simple, and tailored to your business. Whether you’re looking for a fuel card for diesel, petrol, hybrid, or electric vehicles, you can apply online or by phone in just four easy steps.
We supply a wide range of fuel cards to suit all business types—from start-ups and sole traders to limited companies and large fleets. No matter your size or fuel type, we’ve got the right card for you.
Our fuel card range includes:
- Esso Fuel Cards – Great coverage with access to Esso, Shell, and BP forecourts
- Fleetmaxx Fleet Card – Nationwide access and competitive pricing
- Fuelgenie Card – Ideal for filling up at Tesco, Morrisons, and Sainsbury’s
- Maxx Control Fuel Card – Pre-pay fuel card perfect for new businesses or those with limited credit
- Shell Fuel Cards – Fixed weekly pricing and extensive site coverage
- Texaco Fuel Card – Simple, competitive pricing with a broad UK network
- Keyfuels Card – Access to thousands of truck-friendly sites nationwide
- UK Fuels Card – One of the UK’s largest networks, accepted at over 3,700 sites
- Hybrid fuel cards – For businesses running both ICE and EV vehicles, with access to fuel and EV charging on one account
Apply for your fuel card or EV card in 4 easy steps:
Apply for a fuel card, Step 1: Business details
We start by asking for basic information about your business:
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What type of company are you? (Sole Trader, Limited Company, Partnership, or Other)
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Your business or trading address
Apply for a fuel card, Step 2: Your contact information
We’ll need your personal contact details so we can keep you updated:
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Your name
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Phone number
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Email address
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Job title
Step 3: Vehicle and fuel requirements
This helps us match you with the best card for your needs:
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The type of fuel your vehicles use (diesel, petrol, hybrid, or electric)
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Registration numbers of the vehicles you want to assign cards to
Step 4: Payment setup
Finally, we’ll collect your bank details to set up a secure Direct Debit. This enables smooth, reliable fuel billing. This stage is not required for people applying for a Maxx Control pre-pay fuel card.
New start-up or had credit challenges?
No worries! If you’re a newly established business or have faced credit issues in the past, you can still apply. Our MAXX Control Pre-pay Fuel Card is designed for businesses just like yours—giving you access to the same great savings without the need for a credit check.
What happens after I apply?
Once approved, we’ll:
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Give you a welcome call to confirm everything
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Send your fuel cards by post
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Provide login access to AutoMate, our online fuel and EV charge management system
With AutoMate, you can:
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Order or cancel fuel cards
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Track fuel and EV charging usage
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View live reporting and download invoices
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Set limits and monitor driver activity
Apply for a fuel card now – diesel, petrol, EV or hybrid
Whether your fleet runs on diesel, petrol, electric, or a mix of all three—Fleetmaxx Solutions has a fuel or EV charge card for you. Apply online today or speak to our expert advisors at 01367 704 910 who are ready to guide you every step of the way.
Fleetmaxx Solutions – Fuel and EV charge cards built for your business.
