TIP knowledge articles

G Plan is refurbishing 18 ten-year-old trailers to gain five additional working years under a new full-service lease contract – at approximately 50% of the cost of replacement and with lower leasing costs.

A few proactive checks before temperatures drop can help identify potential issues early, keep equipment road-ready and support safer operations throughout the season.

Can you extend fleet life, release capital, and avoid the cost of replacing trailers? When assets are still structurally sound, combining refurbishment with sale and leaseback can achieve all three. On top of that, together those bring the monthly lease rate down.

As costs rise and sustainability regulations tighten, CEOs are viewing trailers as flexible capital rather than disposable assets.

TIP aims to give fleet operators a unified, real time view of their trailer operations with a platform built to support decision‑making, reduce downtime, and enhance overall operational efficiency

Regular trailer maintenance is the best way to protect your fleet and keep your valuable assets operational throughout the winter months and beyond.

Modern telematics goes beyond tracking, uniting fleet data in one view so operators can act before issues disrupt operations.

In this article, we explore the key benefits of refurbishment and outline essential considerations to refurbish a fleet.

The transport sector is in the middle of a big shake-up, with new regulations popping up, aimed at making our roads safer and our operations greener

Winter presents unique challenges to truck and trailer fleets, but adopting a preventive maintenance approach helps minimize downtime, reduce costs, and keep your trucks and trailers in top condition all season long.

Purchasing a used truck or trailer or refurbishing an existing unit can be cost-effective ways to optimise your fleet while supporting sustainability goals.

The transport sector is always on the move, both literally and figuratively. Developments are currently being driven by fluctuations in trailer demand, technological advancements, and an increasing emphasis on sustainability.