--- title: What Is 1 MPG Worth? It Could Be More Than $13,000 Per Truck description: Discover how a 1 MPG improvement can save over $21,000 per truck. 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It Could Be More Than $13,000 Per Truck [Home](https://tel360.com) > [News](https://news.tel360.com) > What Is 1 MPG Worth? It Could Be More Than $13,000 Per Truck Fuel prices are one of the most volatile—and visible—costs in fleet operations. While market conditions may be outside a fleet’s control, **fuel efficiency is not**. Consider this: At roughly **130,000 miles per year** and **$5 per gallon**, improving fuel economy from **6.5 MPG to 7.5 MPG** can generate **more than $13,000 in annual fuel savings per truck**. As diesel prices rise, the value of that improvement increases even further. Across an entire fleet, that single‑MPG improvement can quickly translate into **six‑ or seven‑figure annual impact**, depending on fleet size and fuel costs. ![AnnualFuelSavings-02](https://news.tel360.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AnnualFuelSavings-02.png?width=928&height=631&name=AnnualFuelSavings-02.png) *Savings examples shown are based on improving fuel economy from 6.5 MPG to 7.5 MPG. Actual results may vary based on application, load, and driving conditions.*   Modern, fuel‑efficient equipment helps fleets operate in a stronger MPG range while also supporting uptime and more predictable operating costs. TEL’s newer trucks are spec'd for maximum fuel economy. Fuel prices may fluctuate—but the right equipment decisions can create lasting savings. ### Subscribe to Our Newsletter! 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