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.

Low Supply Sends Gas Prices Higher

Addressing Supply Chain Challenges Through Upfitting

As business and fleet owners continue to advance, expand their service offerings, and grow their teams, they still need the right trucks and equipment to get the job done efficiently and safely.

Tire Demand Expected to Increase in 2013

FULLERTON, CA - What a difference a year makes. According to Rick Phillips, Yokohama Tire Corp.’s director of commercial sales, 2012 could not have been any more different than 2011.

Ferrellgas Details Winter Fleet Challenges

Coupled by a higher demand, road closures, diesel gelling, and supply issues, propane companies were faced with seemingly relentless complications this winter. Ferrellgas stepped up to meet this demand, which continues to be a challenge in certain states.

Work Truck Solutions Provides Buyer Exclusivity Through Private Offer Tool

The new Private Offer tool meets commercial customer needs while maximizing profit opportunities.

Natural Calamities Impact MY-2011 Order-To-Delivery Times

Last April’s earthquake in Japan and subsequent tsunami disrupted the automotive supply chain, causing parts shortages, which delayed order-to-delivery times. Extreme weather conditions also impacted vehicle shipments.

Where Are the Truck Parts?

How are truck parts and availability impacting overall work truck fleet maintenance costs? Where are all the parts?

Initial Vehicle Quality Declining Due to Supply Constraints

The 2022 J.D. Power annual Initial Quality Study revealed that the supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to vehicle problems, hitting a record high in the 36-year history of this benchmark study.