Owning a fleet of vehicles can be challenging, especially since driving style and auto maintenance requirements can vary significantly. Luckily, being proactive can keep your cars and trucks on the road and lower your costs. Here’s a closer look at how to take care of your fleet.

How to Keep the Company Fleet in Great Condition

1. Track Everything

Data can be incredibly powerful when it comes to fleet vehicle care since it provides you with insights about the health of the car or truck. Track as much information about each vehicle as possible, including the driver, the mileage, the dates and locations of oil changes and auto repairs, and any issue the driver may be having.

To make ongoing tracking easier, keep a logbook in the glove compartment featuring separate sections for information like auto maintenance, mileage, gas fills, and assigned drivers. Require your team to maintain the logbooks and audit them regularly to make sure everything is being recorded. 

2. Schedule Routine Maintenance 

Look up the recommended auto maintenance schedules for the vehicles in your fleet, and book service calls ahead of time. For instance, if your trucks need oil changes every 5,000 miles, calculate how far drivers travel per day, and schedule the oil changes around the due dates. Have mechanics perform seasonal-specific auto maintenance, such as replacing windshield wipers before winter, to keep drivers safe on the road. 

3. Keep Your Fleet Spotless

Vehicles should be clean inside and out to protect their longevity. Spills, drips, and dirt sitting on upholstery can create bad odors and stains inside the cab, and a dirty vehicle exterior can send the wrong message to potential clients.

Ask your drivers not to eat inside vehicles and to keep the interiors as clean as possible. Have vehicles in the fleet go through car washes periodically to keep your team looking great on the road. 

To keep your fleet in top condition, turn to Brown's Transmission & Full Service Auto Repair for the auto maintenance you need. Since the shop’s inception in 1959, the team has been proudly serving customers throughout the greater Newark, OH, area by offering excellent auto repairs and ongoing service for great prices. Learn more about how they can help by visiting their website or by giving their office a call at (740) 522-4459.