What should be on your vehicle maintenance checklist?
Keeping on top of the maintenance of your vehicles should be a top priority for all owners and operators.
Keeping on top of the maintenance of your vehicles should be a top priority for all owners and operators.
Simon Pavey
Website Marketing Manager
Failing to spot the early signs of wear and tear or any potential issues can prove highly costly in the long run.
As a result, fleet operators should have a checklist of all the common issues that can arise with their vehicles, and they should be taking the time to go through this list of essential checks with drivers and those who look after the wellbeing of their fleet.
Drivers of larger vehicles should also be aware of specific requirements, like HGV daily walkaround checks, that must be carried out for lorries and other HGVs daily, before the start of each journey.
Find out more information on fleet maintenance in our article ‘The ultimate fleet maintenance guide’.
The key to keeping your vehicles in prime condition is the acronym FLOWER, which stands for:
As well as carrying out vehicle maintenance checks, it is also important to ensure your vehicles are always stocked with the appropriate car tools needed for emergencies. Discover ‘10 essential car tools to always keep in your fleet vehicle’ here.
Our best advice is to ensure regular maintenance checks are carried out on every vehicle within your fleet and this means assessing things like the state of tyres, that all lights are functioning correctly and that water/fluid levels are topped up every time you take a journey. Find out how often to run checks on our car maintenance calendar.
That said, fleet operators should be carrying out a more in-depth service of their vehicles in line with their manufacturer’s recommendations. In most cases, this equates to around every 12,000 miles or once a year, although there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to vehicle servicing.
A good rule of thumb is to keep an up-to-date log of all vehicle mileage; the more miles they cover, the more often they will need to be serviced.
At Motia, we offer access to a nationwide network of garages and mechanics who are highly skilled in spotting the early signs of wear and tear and who can make all the difference in prolonging the longevity of your vehicles’ wellbeing.
We have your fleet covered, from fuel cards and telematics to vehicle compliance and maintenance.
Sign up to our vehicle compliance and maintenance service and you can enjoy fantastic savings on parts and labour, making the upkeep of your fleet that much more affordable in the long-term.
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