Heavy Duty Mechanics are in High Demand for Diesel Engine Service

Diesel Engine Service Central to Bus Fleet Management

Diesel engine service is an important part of Extreme Garage. This nimble business is succeeding in the diesel and electric vehicle service sector by focusing on core values of integrity, perseverance, and teamwork. Working out of its licensed facility, it offers:

• Mechanical repair and service
• Service on light to heavy duty diesel and electrical engines
• Commercial trucks and buses
• Air conditioning repairs

Extreme Garage’s expertise in both diesel and electric vehicles is particularly relevant to the health of municipal bus fleets. Central to the success of this business is its team of Heavy-duty equipment mechanics, who repair, overhaul, and maintain a wide variety of mobile units.

Aging Bus Fleets Require Extensive Maintenance

It’s a good time to be a heavy-duty equipment mechanic. Nowhere is it more than in the field of diesel engine service. Bus fleets are aging and, as they do, the need for refurbishing increases.

Refurbishing a bus back to peak condition can cost just one half of a new vehicle. After 8 to 10 years, buses can be substantially corroded and have also suffered extensive wear and tear from riders. The 4-to-8-week process of refurbishing them is labour intensive and complex. Nevertheless, the financial reward for municipalities is great in keeping their fleet running, in terms of sustained and increased ridership and customer satisfaction.

Repair and refurbishment can take one of three directions. As mentioned, a full refurbishment is a comprehensive process and involves a complete stripping and rebuild of the vehicle. In the case of a collision or fire, the process is more specific and event-related. Often fleets are given upgrades, reflecting a need for new seating, branding or even fare collection improvement.