In today’s fleet operations, every dollar counts. Rising fuel costs, labor shortages, and unexpected breakdowns all chip away at already tight budgets. For fleet managers, finding reliable ways to reduce maintenance costs while keeping trucks on the road longer isn’t just a goal—it’s essential to staying competitive. Mobil Delvac’s high-performance lubricants provide reliable, cost-effective solutions that reduce maintenance expenses without compromising performance.
This guide explores practical ways Mobil Delvac products help you save—from extending oil drain intervals to boosting fuel efficiency and proactively avoiding breakdowns.
Optimizing Oil Drain Intervals
As any fleet manager knows, time spent in the service bay means time off the road. Routine oil changes are necessary, but they’re also costly, from labor hours to oil purchases. What if there were a way to reduce the frequency of these stops? Mobil Delvac’s advanced engine oils make it possible.
Mobil Delvac 1™ ESP and Mobil Delvac™ Extreme are specifically formulated to extend oil drain intervals by up to 1.5 times longer than conventional oils. With fewer oil changes, fleets see reduced downtime and lower labor costs. This improvement can result in estimated annual savings of 20-30% on oil change-related labor and materials. For a fleet manager juggling costs, it’s a way to streamline operations and keep vehicles performing reliably without constant interruptions.
Improving Fuel Efficiency
Fuel is one of the biggest operating expenses for any fleet, and every mile per gallon counts. Premium lubricants like Mobil Delvac 1™ Advanced Fuel Economy and Mobil Delvac™ Extreme FE are engineered to reduce friction within the engine, allowing it to run more efficiently and consume less fuel. These formulations can improve fuel economy by up to 2% over conventional oils.
Imagine cutting fuel costs by even a small percentage across an entire fleet—that’s money that can be reinvested into other areas, from vehicle upgrades to workforce training. For example, a fleet with high mileage could see thousands of dollars in annual savings per vehicle by optimizing fuel efficiency with Mobil Delvac’s premium lubricants.
Minimizing Downtime with Proactive Maintenance
Downtime is costly. Every unplanned stop can throw off schedules and increase labor costs, especially if it’s due to an unexpected breakdown. Mobil Delvac’s proactive maintenance support, particularly through Mobil Serv℠ Lubricant Analysis, gives fleet managers a chance to catch issues before they lead to major repairs.
With Mobil Delvac 1™ ESP and regular oil analysis, early signs of engine wear or contamination are identified, allowing for targeted maintenance that prevents more significant damage down the line. By detecting issues like wear metals, contaminants, and fuel dilution early on, fleets using regular oil analysis can reduce unplanned downtime by as much as 25%. This proactive approach extends the life of essential components, keeping trucks on the road and reducing those costly emergency repairs.
Stay Competitive With Industry Insights From GPI
Cutting maintenance costs is about finding solutions that offer both performance and longevity. Mobil Delvac’s range of lubricants and proactive maintenance services empower fleet managers to operate more efficiently, from reducing service stops to saving on fuel and minimizing unplanned repairs.
To see how these solutions can transform your fleet’s operations, contact GPI today—we’re happy to help you keep your fleet running smoothly and efficiently, mile after mile.