Epika Fleet Services

What Epika Fleet Services does

Epika Fleet Services is a Nashville-headquartered, private-equity-backed network of mobile and in-shop preventative maintenance service centers serving commercial fleet operators across the United States. Founded around 2018 and now operating under Ares Management ownership (acquired from Trivest Partners in April 2025), the company runs a platform-plus-modules architecture comprising 12 retained sub-brands — including LubeZone, Managed Mobile, Fleet Mobile Maintenance, Accelerated Fleet Services, Freeway Fleet Services, TopTech Fleet Solutions, and M.E.S.O. — each addressing regional or service-line niches within commercial fleet maintenance. Operations span 33 mobile branch locations, 11 quick-service preventative maintenance centers, and 9 full-service repair facilities across 13+ states, coordinated through a 24/7 dispatch center that connects customers to a network of 1,500+ service providers.

The core service portfolio covers truck repair, trailer repair, mobile fleet maintenance, DOT compliance inspections, and truck body shop work. The underlying technology stack is operational rather than AI-driven: a fleet maintenance management platform featuring digital repair order management with photo documentation, GPS and telematics integration for fleet tracking, and a centralized dispatch platform that enables rapid roadside response and consistent service quality across geographies. Named enterprise customers include Milestone (trailer leasing, 110,000 rentals), U.S. Xpress, Red Bull, JR Motorsports, and ARJO (medical equipment manufacturing), supported by a long tail of 450+ commercial fleets served by the Managed Mobile brand alone.

Revenue is generated through professional services — paid fleet maintenance and repair work delivered via owned branches, mobile units, and partner locations — under quote-based, multi-year contracts with commercial fleet operators of all sizes. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales targeting large logistics and trucking firms with a partner-network acquisition model that brings independent fleet maintenance businesses into the Epika umbrella while preserving local brand presence. The acquisition-led expansion strategy, executed under two successive private equity sponsors, has driven rapid geographic and vertical scaling, including entry into adjacent heavy equipment maintenance through the M.E.S.O. partnership.

Name

Epika Fleet Services

Legal name

Epika Fleet Services, LLC

Website

https://www.epikafleet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Epika Fleet Services operates a nationwide network of mobile and in-shop preventative maintenance service centers serving commercial fleet operators across 13+ U.S. states, coordinating 1,500+ service providers through a 24/7 dispatch platform and 12 retained sub-brands under Ares Management ownership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Fleet Maintenance Services

NAICS

Automotive Repair and Maintenance (8111)

SIC

Services-Facilities Support Management Services (8744)

akta.pro primary industry

Maintenance Management Programs (Preventive Maintenance, Vendor Networks) (TLABAIAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Data Integration, APIs & Telematics Data Platforms (TLABAJAM)

Keywords

• Commercial fleet maintenance
• Mobile fleet services
• Preventative vehicle maintenance
• Truck repair services
• DOT inspection services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bloomington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Fleet Maintenance and Repair Services: Epika generates revenue through a network of mobile and in-shop preventative maintenance service centers. Revenue comes from providing repair services, mobile fleet maintenance, DOT inspections, truck and trailer repairs to commercial fleets across the United States.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Epika Fleet Services is a nationwide network of mobile and in-shop preventative maintenance service centers serving commercial fleets. The company provides truck repair, trailer repair, mobile fleet maintenance, DOT inspections, and truck body shop services across the United States, supported by a 24/7 dispatch center connecting customers to over 1,500 vetted service providers and 33 branch locations with mobile service units.

Product overview

Epika Fleet Services is a nationwide network of mobile and in-shop preventative maintenance service centers focused on commercial fleets. The company operates a platform-plus-modules architecture consisting of 12 sub-brands (Accelerated Fleet Services, CS Truck & Trailer, Fleet Mobile Maintenance, Freeway Fleet Services, LubeZone Truck Lube Center, Managed Mobile, M.E.S.O, Penn Jersey, Prestige Fleet Services, Profleet Truck Lube Center, Push and Pull Fleet Services, and TopTech Fleet Solutions) that provide a comprehensive suite of fleet maintenance services. The portfolio includes 11 quick service preventative maintenance locations, 9 full-service repair and maintenance facilities, and 33 branch locations operating mobile service units across the United States, supported by a 24/7 dispatch center with over 1,500 service providers. Core services encompass truck repair, trailer repair, mobile fleet maintenance, DOT inspections, and truck body shop services, with technology features including digital repair order management and photo documentation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Accelerated Fleet Services (AFS): Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston-based mobile and in-shop fleet maintenance solutions specializing in preventive maintenance, emissions service, and truck and trailer repair.
• CS Truck & Trailer
• Fleet Mobile Maintenance
• Freeway Fleet Services
• LubeZone Truck Lube Center
• Managed Mobile
• M.E.S.O: Mobile Equipment Service Options
• Penn Jersey
• Prestige Fleet Services
• Profleet Truck Lube Center
• Push and Pull Fleet Services
• TopTech Fleet Solutions

Products and services

• Truck Repair Services Professional truck repair services for commercial fleets covering all makes and models of medium and heavy-duty trucks.
• Trailer Repair Services Comprehensive trailer repair and maintenance services for commercial trailer fleets.
• Mobile Fleet Maintenance Services On-site mobile fleet maintenance services bringing preventive maintenance and repairs directly to fleet locations, eliminating time-consuming drop-offs.
• DOT Truck Inspection Department of Transportation compliance inspections for commercial trucks and trailers ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Truck Body Shop Collision repair and body work services for commercial trucks.
• 24/7 Dispatch Center Round-the-clock dispatch call center providing roadside service coordination that puts customers in contact with the closest provider partner for rapid response emergency services.

Quantifiable outcome

• 733% revenue growth over three years (2018-2021)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• TopTech Fleet SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 April 2026Formerly Downtime Fleet Management Services, rebranded to reflect expanded service capabilities from roadside dispatch to full fleet maintenance partnership.
• Freeway Fleet ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 February 2026Florida-based mobile and in-shop diesel maintenance provider founded in 2016, owned by Alfredo and Ariatna Prince. Offers engine diagnostics, transmissions, preventive maintenance, and DOT inspections. Expands Epika's presence in Southern Florida market.
• One Way Diesel Truck Repair (Fleetway)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 February 2026Florida-based full-service facility with mobile fleet capabilities. Founded in 2016 by Alfredo and Ariatna Prince. Headquartered in Hialeah with over 26,000 prospects and 36,000+ vehicles within 50-mile service radius.
• Accelerated Fleet Services (AFS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 December 2025Partnership with Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston-based fleet maintenance provider specializing in mobile and in-shop preventive maintenance, emissions service, and truck and trailer repair. AFS was recognized as a Top 10 Fleet Service Provider in the US.
• M.E.S.O: Mobile Equipment Service OptionscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Heavy equipment maintenance provider expanding Epika's coverage across key industrial markets and enhancing support for construction, utility, and equipment fleets.
• C&R Fleet ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 December 2024Acquisition strengthening mobile fleet maintenance solutions across key U.S. markets.
• Truckers 24-Hr Road Service, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Milton, FL-based company acquired to expand fleet maintenance services.
• JR MotorsportsflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023Motorsports partnership through LubeZone brand. Josh Berry piloted the LubeZone Camaro for two events. Kelley Earnhardt Miller partnership for car hauler maintenance.
• Managed MobilecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 November 2022California-based fleet maintenance company specializing in on-site fleet repairs. Serves over 450 commercial fleets across California (LA County, Orange County, Inland Empire, San Diego, Sacramento) and Las Vegas markets.
• Fleet Mobile MaintenancecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 October 2022Detroit-based mobile fleet maintenance provider serving Southeast corridor of Michigan including Detroit, Ann Arbor, Battle Creek, Lansing, Flint, and extending to Indianapolis, Cleveland, Louisville, and Nashville.
• Downtime Fleet, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 September 2022Emergency roadside assistance service headquartered in Savannah, GA. Provides nationwide breakdown response with extensive vendor network for commercial fleet partners with heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
• Fleet Mobile MaintenancecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Detroit-based company providing mobile preventative maintenance and mechanical repair, tire replacement and repair services, and trailer repair and maintenance services.
• CS Truck & TrailercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Fleet maintenance service provider in Lithonia, GA, part of Epika's expanding network.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• WheelTime Network: Network of independent commercial truck service centers providing standardized maintenance and repair across the U.S. Closely comparable to Epika's network model of affiliated service providers coordinated through centralized systems.
• Velocity Vehicle Group: Commercial truck dealership and fleet services network providing maintenance, repair, and parts across multiple states. Comparable multi-location commercial fleet services business with similar customer base to Epika.
• TruckPro: Heavy-duty truck parts and service provider with a national network of locations serving commercial fleets. Comparable in serving the same commercial vehicle aftermarket customer base with multi-location service infrastructure.
• FleetPride: Largest independent distributor of heavy-duty truck parts and provider of fleet services in North America. Directly comparable as a multi-location commercial fleet service and parts provider serving similar enterprise customers.
• Amerit Fleet Solutions: National mobile fleet maintenance provider serving commercial fleets with on-site preventive maintenance and repair services. Directly comparable to Epika's mobile maintenance business model and enterprise customer focus.
• Premier Truck Group: Network of commercial truck dealerships and full-service repair facilities across multiple states. Comparable in offering truck repair, maintenance, and parts to commercial fleet customers at scale.
• Inland Truck Parts: Heavy-duty truck parts distributor and service provider with locations across the Midwest and beyond. Comparable as a multi-location commercial fleet service provider in similar geographies to Epika.

Broad incumbents

• Rush Enterprises: Largest network of commercial truck and bus dealerships in North America, offering sales, service, and parts. Comparable as a broad incumbent in commercial vehicle services, though more dealership-oriented than Epika's independent service focus.
• Cox Automotive Fleet Services: Division of Cox Automotive providing fleet leasing, maintenance management, and accident repair services. Comparable as a broader commercial fleet services provider, though operating as part of a much larger enterprise.

Others

• TravelCenters of America: National network of travel centers (now owned by BP) offering truck maintenance, repair, and roadside services to commercial drivers. Comparable as a provider of commercial vehicle maintenance, though integrated within broader travel center operations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A3 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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