Technician A says that fuel costs are second only to tires when reviewing the operating expenses of trucks on our highways. Technician B says that as fuel costs rise, this provides a competitive advantage to large fleets over individual-owner operators. Who is correct?

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Fuel costs are typically the largest operating expense for trucks, not second to tires. As fuel costs rise, large fleets often have more negotiating power and resources to manage these costs, giving them a competitive advantage over individual-owner operators.

Technician a Says That Fuel Costs Are Second Only to Tires