Turning a Costly Fleet Acquisition into a Profitable Asset
A growing logistics company had ambitious plans to scale operations. To meet rising demand, they invested in a fleet of 12 pre-owned diesel-powered trucks. On paper, it was a smart, cost-effective move to increase capacity, until the trucks hit the road.
Business Challenge
Within weeks of deployment, the newly acquired fleet became a liability. Persistent fluid leaks, mechanical failures, and roadside breakdowns turned what should have been a growth catalyst into a costly mistake. Delays mounted. Load losses increased. Maintenance costs skyrocketed.
The company was now facing a painful reality: their investment was bleeding money. That’s when they contacted KTS Diesel.
solution
Our team conducted a comprehensive fleet assessment. The evaluation revealed longstanding maintenance gaps and several mechanical faults that had been overlooked during acquisition. We implemented a thorough, multi-phase repair and service strategy to:
Address all immediate mechanical failures
Eliminate fluid leaks and critical engine issues
Restore every truck to a reliable, road-ready condition
Establish a proactive maintenance schedule to avoid future surprises
Thanks to the KTS approach, the client not only got their trucks back on the road, but they also gained a dependable, revenue-generating asset. Our process delivered:
Fewer emergency repairs and costly breakdowns
Significant improvement in uptime and dispatch reliability
Reduced overall maintenance costs due to proactive service
Renewed confidence to bid on and secure additional contracts
Within months, the company went from operational setbacks to full-speed expansion. The revitalized fleet helped secure new routes, boost client satisfaction, and increase revenue.
Their initial investment, once at risk of becoming a sunk cost, is now a profitable pillar of their business.
“We thought we were buying ready-to-roll trucks. What we got was a maintenance nightmare—until KTS stepped in. Their team didn’t just fix the trucks, they helped save our business.“
— Operations Manager, Anonymous Logistics Company