Fleet Services & Commercial Vehicle Repair in Des Moines, IA

Keep Your Fleet on the Road & Your Business Moving

When your vehicles are part of your business, downtime can cost you money. Whether you operate a small local fleet or manage multiple company vehicles, reliable maintenance and timely repairs are essential to keeping your business running.

At Drake Garage, we provide professional fleet services and commercial vehicle repair in Des Moines, Iowa, helping local businesses maintain their vehicles, reduce unexpected breakdowns, and keep their drivers on the road.

From routine oil changes and preventive maintenance to brakes, tires, alignments, diagnostics, electrical repairs, and major mechanical repairs, our full-service auto repair shop can help you manage the maintenance needs of your fleet.

Fleet Maintenance in Des Moines

Regular maintenance is one of the best ways to reduce unexpected vehicle problems and extend the useful life of your fleet.

Our fleet maintenance services can include:

Oil changes
Preventive maintenance
Vehicle inspections
Tire inspections and replacement
Brake inspections and repairs
Wheel alignments
Steering and suspension repairs
Battery and charging system testing
Electrical diagnostics
Check engine light diagnostics
Engine repairs
Transmission service and repair
Driveline repairs
Exhaust repairs
A/C and heating service
Fluid inspections and services
General mechanical repairs

We can help identify maintenance concerns before they become larger problems and keep your vehicles operating safely and reliably.

Reduce Vehicle Downtime

For a business fleet, an unexpected breakdown can mean more than an inconvenient repair. It can mean missed appointments, delayed deliveries, lost productivity, and vehicles sitting out of service.

Our goal is to help you stay ahead of maintenance and repair needs so you can minimize unexpected downtime.

Regular inspections and preventive maintenance can help identify problems such as:

Worn brakes
Damaged tires
Low or contaminated fluids
Battery and charging system problems
Steering and suspension wear
Exhaust leaks
Engine performance concerns
Transmission problems
Electrical issues
Warning lights

Finding these problems early can give you an opportunity to address them before they turn into a larger failure.

Preventive Maintenance for Fleet Vehicles

Fleet vehicles often accumulate miles faster than personal vehicles, making regular preventive maintenance especially important.

Depending on the vehicle and manufacturer recommendations, preventive maintenance may include:

Regular oil and filter changes
Tire rotation and inspection
Brake inspections
Fluid inspections
Battery testing
Air filter inspection
Cabin air filter inspection
Steering and suspension inspections
Alignment checks
Cooling system inspections
Belts and hoses inspection
General vehicle inspections

Maintenance requirements vary by vehicle, mileage, age, and usage. We can help identify maintenance items that need attention based on the vehicle's condition.

Fleet Tire Services

Tires are one of the most important safety components on any commercial vehicle.

We provide fleet tire services including:

Tire inspections
Tire replacement
Tire pressure checks
Tire tread inspections
Tire rotation
Uneven tire wear diagnosis
Wheel alignment service
Tire-related suspension inspections

Proper tire maintenance can help improve safety, handling, tire life, and vehicle reliability.

If a fleet vehicle is experiencing uneven tire wear, we can also inspect the steering and suspension system and determine whether an alignment or mechanical repair is needed.

Fleet Brake Service

Fleet vehicles can accumulate significant mileage and may experience frequent stop-and-go driving, making brake maintenance particularly important.

Our brake services include:

Brake inspections
Brake pad replacement
Brake rotor replacement
Brake caliper service
Brake hose inspection
Brake fluid service
Brake noise diagnosis
Brake vibration diagnosis
Brake warning light diagnostics

If brake problems are identified during an inspection, we'll explain what needs attention and help prioritize repairs based on the vehicle's condition.

Fleet Diagnostics & Check Engine Lights

Modern commercial vehicles depend heavily on electronic systems and computer controls.

A check engine light, warning light, drivability problem, or electrical issue can quickly take a vehicle out of service if it isn't properly diagnosed.

Our diagnostic services can help identify:

Check engine light problems
Engine performance concerns
Electrical problems
Charging system issues
Starting problems
ABS warning lights
Transmission problems
Sensor faults
Module communication problems
Emissions system concerns

Accurate diagnostics can help prevent unnecessary parts replacement and get vehicles back into service as efficiently as possible.

Fleet Electrical & Battery Service

Fleet vehicles depend on reliable batteries, alternators, starters, wiring, and electrical systems.

A vehicle with a weak battery or charging problem can become a no-start situation with little warning.

We can inspect and diagnose:

Batteries
Alternators
Starters
Charging systems
Electrical circuits
Wiring
Fuses and relays
Parasitic battery drains
Electrical warning lights
Module and communication problems

Identifying electrical problems during routine maintenance can help reduce unexpected no-start situations.

Fleet Steering, Suspension & Alignment

Commercial vehicles are often exposed to heavy use, rough roads, potholes, curbs, and frequent loading and unloading.

Steering and suspension components can wear over time and affect vehicle handling, tire wear, and ride quality.

Our services include:

Shocks and struts
Control arms
Ball joints
Tie rods
Sway bar components
Steering components
Suspension bushings
Wheel alignments
Suspension inspections

Keeping these systems properly maintained can help protect tires and maintain safe, predictable vehicle handling.

Fleet Transmission & Driveline Service

Transmission and driveline problems can quickly put a fleet vehicle out of service.

We provide diagnostics and repair for concerns including:

Hard shifting
Transmission slipping
Transmission leaks
Transmission warning lights
CV axles
Driveshafts
U-joints
Differentials
Driveline vibrations
Other drivetrain concerns

If a vehicle develops a transmission or driveline problem, our technicians can inspect the system and determine the appropriate repair.

Commercial Vehicle Inspections

Regular vehicle inspections can help identify developing problems before they become major repairs.

A fleet inspection can identify concerns with:

Tires
Brakes
Steering
Suspension
Lights
Battery
Charging system
Fluid levels
Engine performance
Exhaust
Warning lights
General vehicle condition

Inspection results can help fleet managers prioritize repairs and keep vehicles operating reliably.

Fleet Service for Local Des Moines Businesses

We understand that every business has different vehicle needs.

Whether your company has a few cars, service vans, pickup trucks, or a larger group of vehicles, keeping those vehicles maintained can help protect your investment and reduce unexpected downtime.

Drake Garage can service a variety of makes and models, allowing businesses to have many of their automotive maintenance and repair needs handled by one local shop.

Why Choose Drake Garage for Fleet Service?

Drake Garage has proudly served Des Moines and the surrounding area since 1965. We've built our business around providing dependable automotive maintenance and repair for the vehicles our customers rely on every day.

As a full-service auto repair shop, we can handle many of your fleet's maintenance and repair needs in one location.