Fuel Cost Calculator Connector for AI agents.
3 live capabilities
Plan your road trip budget and compare fuel prices accurately.
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Why people use Fuel Cost Calculator
Fuel Cost Calculator for accurate road trip budgeting
With this Connector, you just tell your agent the distance and your car's MPG. It does the math for both fuel types and tells you which one is the smarter buy right now. You get a clear recommendation instead of a messy pile of variables.
What Vinkius changes
That you get a clear, data-backed answer on how much your trip will cost without doing any manual math.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
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- Real-world use case 01
The Cross-Country Road Trip
A traveler wants to know if a 1,200-mile trip will cost more with gas or ethanol.
- Real-world use case 02
The Fleet Manager's Budget
A manager needs to estimate the weekly fuel spend for 10 trucks.
- Real-world use case 03
The Daily Commuter
A driver sees ethanol is $1.
Complete set · 3capabilities
The complete Fuel Cost Calculator capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Fuel Cost Calculator.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 3 available through Fuel Cost Calculator.
- 01 Capability
Calculate trip cost
This capability finds the total dollar amount needed for a trip based on your specific fuel type and car efficiency. It helps you budget accurately for long distances.
- 02 Capability
Compare fuel efficiency
This capability checks if ethanol is cheaper than gasoline based on the 70% price rule. It tells you which fuel gives you more bang for your buck.
- 03 Capability
Get trip summary
This capability provides a full breakdown of both fuel options and a final recommendation. It gives you the complete picture in one go.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Fuel Cost Calculator to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Fuel Cost Calculator from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hHJyi7O0mJIhZNEiHRTRH0SxGOmRKRrLo0CSWpff/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Fuel Cost Calculator, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Fuel Cost Calculator for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hHJyi7O0mJIhZNEiHRTRH0SxGOmRKRrLo0CSWpff/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Fuel Cost Calculator URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Fuel Cost Calculator in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"fuel-cost-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hHJyi7O0mJIhZNEiHRTRH0SxGOmRKRrLo0CSWpff/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Fuel Cost Calculator
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Fuel Cost Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"fuel-cost-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hHJyi7O0mJIhZNEiHRTRH0SxGOmRKRrLo0CSWpff/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Fuel Cost Calculator
Ask Copilot: "Using Fuel Cost Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"fuel-cost-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hHJyi7O0mJIhZNEiHRTRH0SxGOmRKRrLo0CSWpff/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Fuel Cost Calculator
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Fuel Cost Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"fuel-cost-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hHJyi7O0mJIhZNEiHRTRH0SxGOmRKRrLo0CSWpff/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Fuel Cost Calculator
Ask Cline: "Using Fuel Cost Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add fuel-cost-calculator --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hHJyi7O0mJIhZNEiHRTRH0SxGOmRKRrLo0CSWpff/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Fuel Cost Calculator
Ask Claude: "Using Fuel Cost Calculator, show me...". 3 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Fuel Cost Calculator can move forward.
This is for the budget-conscious traveler or the fleet manager who needs to know exactly how much fuel money they need to set aside. It solves the headache of constantly checking price boards and doing mental math for different car types.
Logistics Coordinator
Plans multi-stop routes and needs to know total fuel spend for different vehicle types.
Road Trip Planner
A casual traveler who wants to know if they should fill up with ethanol or gas to save money.
Delivery Driver
An independent contractor trying to maximize profit by minimizing fuel expenses on long hauls.
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Before you connect
Questions about Fuel Cost Calculator.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
How does the Fuel Cost Calculator help me plan my trip?
It calculates the total dollar amount you'll spend on fuel based on your car's efficiency and current prices. This helps you set a realistic budget before you leave.
Can I use the Fuel Cost Calculator to see if ethanol is worth it?
Yes. It uses the 70% price threshold rule to compare ethanol and gasoline prices, telling you which one is the better deal at the pump.
What information do I need to provide for a cost estimate?
You just need to tell your agent the trip distance, your vehicle's fuel efficiency (MPG or km/l), and the current fuel prices.
Does the Fuel Cost Calculator work for different types of vehicles?
Yes, as long as you provide the correct fuel efficiency for your specific vehicle, it can calculate costs for any car, truck, or van.
Can I get a full summary of both fuel options at once?
Yes, you can ask for a trip summary to see a side-by-side comparison of gasoline and ethanol costs along with a final recommendation.
Is the Fuel Cost Calculator good for fleet management?
It's great for fleet owners who need to quickly estimate fuel expenses for various routes and vehicle types to better manage their operating costs.
How is the fuel recommendation calculated?
The system recommends ethanol if its price per liter is less than 70% of the gasoline price.
What inputs are required for trip cost calculation?
You need to provide the total distance in kilometers, the vehicle's fuel efficiency (km/l), and the price per liter.
Can I use this for different types of vehicles?
Yes, as long as you know the fuel efficiency (km/l) for your specific vehicle.
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