by WSI ALM | May 25, 2022 | Commercial Truck Fleet Management, Commercial Truck Repair
If you’re the owner of a commercial truck, then you know that it’s important to find a reliable repair service. When your truck is out of commission, it can mean big losses for your business. That’s why it’s important to do your research before choosing a service. Here are some tips for how to choose a reliable commercial truck repair service.
Check the Services Offered
When you’re looking for a truck repair service, the first thing you should do is inquire about the services they offer. Not all shops will be able to provide the same services. For example, some may specialize in engine repairs while others may not. Make sure that the shop you choose offers the services that you need.
Check if They’re Certified Mechanics
It’s also important to make sure that the mechanics at the truck repair shop are certified. This will give you peace of mind knowing that they have the skills and knowledge necessary to properly fix your truck.
Find a Shop Near You
Another thing to consider is whether or not there’s a shop near you. It’s always more convenient to take your truck to a shop that’s close by. That way, you don’t have to waste time and money on transportation costs.
Ask About Pricing
Always be sure to ask about pricing. This is important because you need to know if the prices are fair and reasonable. You also need to know if there are any hidden costs that you should be aware of.
Ask About Parts
Another thing you should ask about is the parts that they use. It’s important to make sure that they use high-quality parts so that your truck will be fixed properly. You also want to inquire about the warranties for parts.
Check Recommendations and Reviews
Finally, it’s a good idea to check recommendations and reviews before choosing a commercial truck repair service. This way, you can get an idea of what others have thought about the services they’ve received. You can also find out if there are any red flags that you should be aware of.
Choose the Industry Experts at C&M Motors for Your Commercial Truck Repair!
Our certified mechanics have the skills and knowledge necessary to properly handle your commercial truck repair. We have 2 convenient locations to serve you in the greater San Diego area, National City and Vista. We offer a wide range of services, including engine repairs, and we only use high-quality parts.
We understand how important it is for you to get back on the road. Contact us today to get a quote!
by WSI ALM | Mar 28, 2022 | Commercial Truck Dealership, Commercial Truck Fleet Management
usedIf you are looking to expand your fleet to simply replace unrepairable trucks, there are many advantages to buying a used medium-duty commercial truck.
What makes purchasing a used truck can be a smart decision for so many? Let’s look at some of the advantages of buying used commercial vehicles:
Cost Savings
It might seem obvious, but it’s true that acquiring used trucks is significantly cheaper up-front than purchasing a new vehicle. A commercial truck generally sees its biggest drop in value in its first 12 months. This means you can often find great resale deals on commercial vehicles that are older than one year. Additionally, depreciation is much slower after the initial first year decrease. So, if you buy a used truck and later sell it yourself, you may not have to part with it for too much less than you paid, putting good money back into your pocket (in addition to whatever profits the vehicle helped you earn).
Yes, buying a new truck can be a long-term investment, but for some companies, especially new and growing businesses, saving on immediate costs can be the most important concern, helping them quickly expand their fleet, land more jobs, and make more money.
Predictable
Used trucks typically have a dependable life cycle and performance capabilities that can be familiar to you and your drivers. Particularly if you can acquire the commercial vehicle’s telematics (digital data on engine hours, idle time, fuel economy, alerts, etc.) or records of maintenance, you can approximate how well you can expect the truck or van to work and for how many more years.
Being able to confidently rely on a used vehicle helps you to precisely plan and execute your routes and jobs, and ultimately help make your fleet more productive. Sometimes, technological, and operational learning curves with new trucks may hinder work, along with driver concerns about even slightly dinging the new commercial vehicle. However, you can always get right to work with familiar, previously used trucks and vans.
C&M Motors will provide you with great certainty when purchasing any used truck. We complete a thorough inspection of all used trucks we offer to make sure they will provide years of service to your business.
Flexible
Used vehicles can offer your company flexibility, since used trucks are readily available in a wide range of options. When purchasing new commercial vehicles, you are restricted to recent models and potentially lengthy production lead times. With used trucks, you can shop for any model produced in the past few years or even older if a vehicle has been well maintained. Additionally, C&M has a service and fabrication department that can make any modifications to anu used truck to fit your companies’ specific requirements.
Used trucks can also be helpful to have on hand as simple backup vehicles, providing additional flexibility if an unexpected breakdown happens during an important job with a tight deadline.
Environmental Concerns
Members of Gen Y and Gen Z, who increasingly make up a greater share of the workforce, care about how the industry affects the environment. As such, sustainability is an emerging benefit of used vehicles. At first, it sounds illogical that older, less fuel-efficient trucks could be called eco-friendly, however the acquisition of used commercial vehicles decreases the demand for newer trucks and vans. Because manufacturing requires a considerable amount of electricity, raw materials, and so on, purchasing used vehicles helps limit unnecessary truck production and our industry’s overall carbon footprint.
From affordable costs and broad availability to familiarity and eco-friendliness, used vehicles can be the perfect choice for your business’ requirements. If you’re interested in buying a truck, new or used, C&M Motors has the experience to help you make the right decision for your company. Feel free to contact us with any questions. We look forward to hearing from you.
C&M Motors Inc
www.cmmotorsinc.com
(800) 736-3443
by Cyber Smart | Sep 22, 2017 | Commercial Truck Fleet Management
Owning a commercial truck fleet to support your business is a major expense that requires cautious growth and expense control management. Vehicle acquisition costs have been on the rise as a result of government safety mandates and fuel economy initiatives. Fuel costs can also be variable enough to make budgeting tricky.
Another common concern is safety for both the driver and the vehicle. A damaged driver or vehicle can be a real challenge for a small company. In the connected world, it is extremely difficult to keep drivers focused safely on the road. Distracted driving raises the accident rate and is a real concern for many companies. Implementing a company policy on mobile phone use while driving is difficult as drivers spend so much time behind the wheel.
C&M Motors, NationaLease of San Diego, has a few suggestions for your Fleet Management. First, consider a Full-Service Lease as opposed to purchasing your fleet. There are many benefits to leasing and many headaches that can be avoided.
Second, Hino Trucks offers the premier, industry-best engine warranty. All Hino Conventional and Cab-over trucks are covered for 3 years unlimited mileage on the base warranty. Conventional models come standard with 5 years, 250,000 mileage extended warranty coverage. Cab-overs come standard with 5 years, 200,000 mileage extended warranty coverage.
Third, Hino now offers a 2-year or 60,000 mile preventive service care program for the 195 diesel model called HinoCare. All 2013MY through 2015MY 195 and 195 double cabs are eligible. free of charge!
And lastly, HinoWatch Roadside Assistance has you back! For the first three years of ownership regardless of mileage, HinoWatch is there to ensure you are protected night and day, year round – with roadside assistance for your Hino Truck anywhere throughout the United States and Canada.
Contact C&M Motors for details.
C&M Motors – San Diego’s premiere Hino dealership!
www.cmmotorsinc.com
(800) 736-3443