March 2019

Maintenance Spend Increased 3-5% in 2018

Average repair spend per unit increased 3-5% in calendar-year 2018, primarily due to higher labor rates and part prices. Also, PM costs were up due to the shift to more expensive synthetic oil and higher replacement tire prices.

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Synthetic Oils, Higher Labor Rates Increase Preventive Maintenance Costs

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Replacement Tire Costs Increased 8% in 2018