Fuel is often one of the largest operating expenses for heavy equipment owners, sometimes accounting for up to 30% of the total costs. With the Cat® Fuel Promise Program, Caterpillar stands confidently behind the fuel efficiency of its new machines, offering you a guarantee that translates directly into predictable costs and peace of mind.
The Fuel Promise Program is an assurance: if your eligible Cat machine consumes more fuel on average than the promised threshold, you will be reimbursed by the difference in the form of a credit.
Key Benefits of the Program
How the Fuel Promise Program Works
The program is a straightforward commitment from Caterpillar and your local Cat dealer – Al-Bahar, ensuring your new machine delivers the fuel efficiency it was designed for.
- Purchase and Enrollment
To qualify for the Fuel Promise Program, you typically need to:
- Purchase a New, Eligible Cat Machine: The program applies to selected new Cat models (e.g., Next Generation Excavators, specific Wheel Loaders, Dozers, etc.). Check with us – your dealer for the current list of eligible models.
- Include a Customer Value Agreement (CVA): Enrollment requires a CVA (Service Contract) at the point of sale, which includes planned maintenance, Genuine Cat Filters, S.O.S. SM fluid analysis, and dealer support.
- Activate Product LinkTM: Your machine must have the Cat telematics technology activated to enable accurate, remote monitoring of fuel consumption.
- Setting the Fuel Promise Value (FPV)
Upon enrollment, your dealer will provide a specific Fuel Promise Value (FPV). This FPV is the guaranteed maximum average fuel consumption rate (Liters per hour for your specific machine model under typical operating conditions.
- Monitoring and Measurement
Caterpillar leverages the power of its telematics technology (Product Link/VisionLink) to provide unbiased, continuous monitoring:
- Real-time Data: The system records your machine’s actual fuel consumption rate, including both working and idling time.
- Quarterly Review: We, your Cat dealer, will regularly (often quarterly) review the machine’s average fuel consumption against the committed FPV. You will typically receive a detailed report showing your usage.
- Reimbursement if Exceeded
If the monitored average fuel consumption rate exceeds the Fuel Promise Value (FPV) during the program term:
- Reimbursement: You will receive credit from us – your local dealer – for the difference in fuel consumed.
- Credit Use: The credit is typically issued as a “parts and services” credit voucher to be redeemed at our dealership for future purchases of genuine Cat parts, services, or attachments, further reducing your total owning and operating costs.
Program Eligibility and Details
- CVA Requirement: A valid Customer Value Agreement (CVA) is a common prerequisite to ensure the machine is maintained according to Caterpillar’s standards, which is critical for optimal fuel performance.
- Duration: This program is valid only during the duration of the CVA intervals.
- Eligible Machines: Eligibility is restricted to specific new models known for their enhanced fuel efficiency.
- Transferability: The program is typically non-transferable and available only to the original purchaser of the machine.
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Disclaimer:
The Fuel Promise Program is offered by participating Cat dealers like Al-Bahar and is subject to the full terms and conditions outlined in the specific Customer Value Agreement (CVA) contract. Program name, terms, duration, and eligible models may vary by region and dealer. Consult us about the most accurate and up-to-date information.