- Engine Tune-UpFuel economy – The prices are outrageous and constantly fluctuating. Keeping trucks in prime shape (plus reducing idling and speeding) can help optimize fuel usage. According to an article in worktruckonline, “Routine checks to motor oil, tire pressure, engine tune-ups and replacing clogged air filters have all been shown to improve gas mileage.”
- Air Filter Replacement
- Tire Service
- Battery Service
- Auto MaintenanceAs fleets need to keep their existing assets for longer periods of time, the issue of maintenance becomes ever more important. The reality is that older trucks need extra attention and TLC to effectively go beyond their normal operating cycle. Doing complete regular PM on every vehicle in the fleet (regardless of its age and condition) will help ensure that trucks are road-ready (and stay that way). Although the FMCSA requires an annual full inspection of vehicles, many fleets fortunately regard that as a minimum requirement. Scheduled maintenance is often influenced by OEMs and components manufacturers’ recommendations and warranties. But it’s more than just the scheduling of maintenance. Managers must also ensure that vehicles are compliant with the schedule and that means keeping track of each vehicle’s maintenance records.