10 Reasons Fleet Vehicles Break Down (and How Regular Vehicle Maintenance Prevents Them)

10 Reasons Fleet Vehicles Break Down (and How Regular Vehicle Maintenance Prevents Them)

Written by the Motorplex Team – Serving Spokane with Quality Vehicle Repairs Nobody wants to be stuck on the side of the road with a broken-down fleet car, but it is bound to happen to everyone eventually. At Motorplex, we see all kinds of car repair issues come...
What Could Be Draining Your Truck Battery?

What Could Be Draining Your Truck Battery?

A truck battery that is losing charge or needs premature replacement is a serious inconvenience that could cause expensive downtime. There could be parasitic loads draining the battery or another issue causing the drain. Either way, knowing the cause is the first step...
Battery Maintenance and Safety Tips

Battery Maintenance and Safety Tips

Proactive truck battery maintenance and care are essential to prevent dangerous problems for drivers. If batteries are only looked at after they have worn out, it risks unnecessary and possibly harmful issues. Proper care and regular maintenance will help catch signs...
What To Look For in a Pre-Trip Tire Inspection

What To Look For in a Pre-Trip Tire Inspection

Staying safe while on the road is a primary focus for commercial truck drivers. Not only is on-road safety awareness critical, but so is taking care to inspect your vehicle and investing in preventative fleet maintenance. Tires, especially, carry a lot of weight and...
Common Reasons Semi-Trucks Break Down

Common Reasons Semi-Trucks Break Down

Roadside breakdowns are unwanted inconveniences that can lead to hours of delay depending on the issue. Worse, breaking down can cause an accident. While tires are often the cause, this isn’t the only reason for unexpected breakdowns and necessary semi-truck repairs....
Fleet Maintenance Tips for First Responder Vehicles

Fleet Maintenance Tips for First Responder Vehicles

Keeping your first responder fleet vehicles serviced ensures they remain dependable and on the road when you need them to be. Usually, first responder vehicles like fire trucks and ambulances work harder than typical fleet vehicles. Running a diesel engine hard can be...