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Western Express Reduces Fuel Costs Using Manhattan Fuel&Route Optimization

Case study showing how Western Express cut out-of-route miles and fuel spend with Manhattan's Fuel&Route solution.

Published
June 4, 2026
Read time
3 min read
Source
Manhattan Associates

Western Express, a large truckload carrier, implemented Manhattan Carrier Fuel&Route to reduce out-of-route miles and direct drivers to lower-cost fuel stops. The solution provides real-time alerts when trucks deviate from planned routes and recommends optimal fueling locations. Results included $1.5 million saved in one year from a 1% reduction in out-of-route miles and additional savings from higher compliance at assigned fuel stations.

Key takeaways

Fuel&Route reduced out-of-route miles by 1%, saving $1.5 million in the first year

Real-time escalation alerts notify operations and drivers when trucks deviate 25+ miles from route

Fuel stop optimization increased assigned station refueling from 85% to 86%, saving $51,000

Target compliance goal of 90% at assigned fuel stations for $250,000 total diesel savings

Western Express operates 3,300 power units and selected Manhattan after evaluating multiple fuel optimization tools

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