WEX report shows US fleet fuel purchases hold steady despite 43% price surge
WEX•WEX’s report covering January through September 2026 found commercial fleets maintained fuel consumption as average US fuel prices rose about 43% year over year to $4.85 per gallon in the third quarter. It estimated potential lifetime savings averaging $16,595 for each vehicle recommended for EV replacement.
1. Fleet spending findings
WEX said commercial fleets maintained fuel consumption from January through September 2026 despite rising fuel prices. Its analysis found fleets paid above local fuel-price benchmarks in 38.1% of cases, premium fuel cost an average of $0.78 more per gallon, and replacing 27% of assessed vehicles with EVs could save an average of $16,595 per vehicle over its lifetime.
