• WEX launched a fleet spending report covering January-September 2026, showing commercial fleets maintained fuel consumption despite rising prices.
• Average US fuel prices rose approximately 43% year over year to $4.85 per gallon in the third quarter.
• North American commercial fleets paid above local fuel-price benchmarks in 38.1% of cases, highlighting potential savings from changing fueling locations.
• Premium fuel cost an average $0.78 more per gallon, creating potential savings of up to $86.9 million for vehicles not requiring it.
• The analysis recommended EV replacement for 27% of assessed vehicles, with modeled lifetime savings averaging $16,595 per replacement.

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