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TEL Insight Published by Commercial Carrier Journal

Written by Transport Enterprise Leasing | Dec 19, 2025 2:55:35 PM

TEL is proud to share that our latest industry insight, “Shorter Leases Gaining Ground with Carriers,” has been published by Commercial Carrier Journal.

The article features analysis and perspective from Brandon Lairsen, Vice President of Fleet Leasing, on why more carriers are rethinking traditional long-term ownership cycles and focusing instead on total cost of ownership.

In the article, Brandon shares how shorter lease terms can help fleets:

  • Reduce maintenance exposure as equipment ages

  • Keep trucks under factory warranty longer

  • Improve uptime and operational reliability

  • Maintain flexibility as market conditions evolve

As rising maintenance costs and downtime continue to impact fleet profitability, the article offers timely insight into how lease strategy can support long-term operational and financial goals.

📖 Read the full article on Commercial Carrier Journal
👉 https://www.ccjdigital.com/business/growth-strategies/article/15773664/truck-leasing-analysis-shortterm-vs-longterm-cost-of-ownership

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