Fleet Vehicle Maintenance

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The most common causes of downtime are related to either mechanical problems, such as engine or transmission problems, or accidents. In other words, specific events. Mechanical breakdowns are far less common today than they were 20 years ago, but, unfortunately, still occur and result in downtime. Accidents create an entirely different set of costs, which can possibly be far greater than just the repairs to the vehicle.

The Cost of Downtime: Keeping Drivers On the Road
Whether it’s a mechanical problem or an accident, a fleet will inevitably incur downtime. Even when using strong management programs, there is a cost when drivers aren’t driving.

Fuel prices, cost reduction pressure, flat maintenance costs, and continued emphasis on sustainability are all major parts of the "puzzle" that makes up today's commercial fleet industry.

2013: State of the Commercial Fleet Market
The most recent run-up in fuel prices and its ongoing price volatility is the top challenge facing fleet managers. Other ongoing issues are cost-control, sustainability, and minimizing liability exposure, such as distracted driving.

Passenger car maintenance fees are expected to rise slightly in 2013.

Fleet Car Maintenance Costs Increase 7 Percent in 2012-CY
Although costs have increased, many fleets continued to cycle vehicles early to take advantage of still favorable resale market conditions. This strategy has reduced average vehicle age and helped minimize maintenance expenses.

Emkay and Sears Usher in Maintenance's Future
Using a new e-authorization system developed by Auto Integrate, Emkay and Sears are bringing added efficiency to maintenance management for fleets and automotive services vendors.

OBD-II has helped significantly improve maintenance processes. The system provides access to data from the engine control unit and offers a valuable source of information when troubleshooting problems inside a vehicle.

The Early Days of Maintenance Management
Improved vehicle system quality and electronic diagnostic capabilities, such as OBD-II, have made managing vehicle maintenance an easier task for fleet managers versus several decades ago.

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Products

HD700 Tire Changer Bee Line and Corghi USA Inc. offer the HD700 Electrohydraulic Tire Changer. The HD700 is designed for professionals who service trucks, buses or industrial vehicles. View more info

MaxxForce 13.0L with SCR The MaxxForce 13 features the proven Cummins Emission Solutions after-treatment system and includes numerous improvements to the turbochargers, EGR valves, high and low temperature coolers and exhaust bellows. View more info

15W40 Diesel Motor Oil ANAHEIM, CA - The newly formulated premium-grade motor oil was engineered to adhere to industry standards such as Mac T-11, API CJ-4, Cummins 20081, Caterpillar ECF-3/ECF-2, and Volvo VDS-4. View more info

PYTHON 5000 The Python 5000 is a self-propelled pothole patching machine, allowing one person to easily carry out the entire patching operation without ever leaving the comfort of the operator's cab. View more info

Komatsu Parallel Link Undercarriage System ROLLING MEADOWS, IL – PLUS undercarriage can significantly increase wear life, reduce machine downtime, and lower repair and maintenance costs, according to the company. View more info

Research and Best Practices

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Optimizing Fleet Maintenance with Wireless Vehicle Management
For fleet managers, nothing is more important than keeping vehicles running and productive. Maintaining vehicles, including repair, upkeep, and downtime, has a huge impact on a fleet’s bottom line. A proactive, preventive maintenance program helps fleet managers keep vehicle repair costs to a minimum. Find out how you can stay on top of your vehicles’ service needs in this eBook.