Fuel surcharge
A charge intended to adjust freight revenue when diesel prices move above a contract baseline.
Why It Matters
Fuel surcharge affects fuel-cost estimates used in freight pricing or route math. It is an estimate unless the contract defines the formula.
What to Check
- Confirm the formula and data source used for fuel surcharge.
- Keep base price, current price, MPG and miles in the same units.
- Do not treat calculator output as a guaranteed reimbursement amount.