Categories: Maintenance, Operations, State of the Fleet Industry

Discuss the top reasons why maintenance costs have increased in this week's State of the Fleet Industry video with Mike Antich.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10192937/five-reasons-why-fleet-maintenance-costs-have-experienced-double-digit-price-inc

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Categories: Operations, State of the Fleet Industry

Which five trends are affecting the increase in fleet expenses? Tune in to this episode of State of the Fleet Industry as Mike Antich examines several factors.

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10166703/five-factors-driving-higher-fleet-maintenance-costs

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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...

https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10154763/higher-commodity-prices-exert-upward-cost-pressure-on-tires

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Fleet maintenance costs have remained flat over the past 12 months, compared to CY-2015, despite price increases in replacement parts and labor rates. The...

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The rule of thumb has been to replace vehicles before the operating costs trend line starts to exceed that of fixed costs. But what happens when you can’t...

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Higher fuel prices and maintenance costs, along with upward pressure on maintenance labor rates are a few of the factors increasing fleet operating costs.

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More OEMs are adopting more stringent motor oil requirements for new models increasing total PM costs, year-over-year, as more vehicles are required to use...

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Fleet maintenance costs have remained flat over the past 12 months, with the primary factor being increased overall vehicle quality. Other repair costs...

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