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Newsby StaffMarch 11, 2022

Volvo Launches Automated Vehicle Inspection Technology

The automaker's new program will use a camera-based, high-speed system from UVeye to check tires, a vehicle underbody, and exteriors.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Lauren FletcherFebruary 1, 2022

Top Overlooked Maintenance Tips for Work Truck Fleets

Whether your fleet consists of light-duty pickup trucks, medium-duty workhorses, or a mix of everything in between, ensuring trucks are properly maintained keeps costs low and drivers safe.

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Articlesby Mike AntichNovember 1, 2021

Unscheduled Maintenance Costs Increase 3% in CY-2021

Part and labor prices have increased 4-8%, while part and labor availability have decreased. Due to difficulties sourcing replacement vehicles, fleets are keeping units in service longer. This caused repair spend to increase in 2021.

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Articlesby Mike AntichOctober 26, 2021

Higher Commodity Prices Exert Upward Cost Pressure on Tires

Many tire OEMs have increased prices in CY-2021, ranging from 3-10% depending on type of tire and size. Higher commodity prices and increased ocean freight rates are being passed on to end users as OE profit margins compress.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Mike AntichJuly 1, 2021

Top 7 Fleet Maintenance Trends in CY-2021 & 2022

Vehicle maintenance expenses declined in CY-2020 primarily due the COVID lockdowns, but are trending upward in 2021. The forecast for CY-2022 is for maintenance costs to further increase due to higher labor rates and tire expenses.

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ArticlesMarch 14, 2021

Catalytic Converter Theft Crisis: 6 Preventive Measures You Can Take

Cities across the country have reported triple, even quadruple the number of converter thefts in 2020 compared to 2019. Fortunately, there are a variety of measures you can do to prevent this from happening to your fleet.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherMarch 10, 2021

How to Reduce Driver Impact on Truck Fleet Maintenance Costs

Truck fleet drivers have a significant impact on a fleet’s maintenance costs. Ensure drivers are involved in truck maintenance and spell out fleet policies.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 23, 2021

GM Introduces ACDelco National Fleet Parts Program

General Motors introduced the new ACDelco National Fleet Parts Program, designed to give qualified fleet owners access to resources and tools to simplify their service workflow.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherFebruary 3, 2021

How to Create & Update Maintenance Management Programs

A maintenance management program is way more than just a checklist of maintenance that has been or needs to be performed on a truck. Check off these eight tips to create a successful program today.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2020

LeasePlan Offers Contact-Free Maintenance Solution for Clients

LeasePlan USA launched a partnership with mobile maintenance and repair services provider YourMechanic to establish contact-free vehicle maintenance services for its clients’ cars and light-duty vehicles.

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