What Advanced Fleet Services does

Advanced Fleet Services is a family-owned vehicle repair and maintenance business headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota, founded in 2007 and operated by Terry Steckler with Dustin Steckler in operational leadership. The company provides comprehensive gasoline and diesel repair services for cars, trucks, semis, agricultural equipment, and construction equipment, delivered through a single physical service center at 1202 Burlington Drive, equipped mobile service vans capable of performing up to 85% of maintenance and repair work on-site, and a 24/7 emergency roadside response capability. Its 12 technicians carry between 4 and 35 years of industry experience and support capabilities including engine diagnostics, transmission service, brake and electrical work, DOT inspections, in-frame overhauls, turbocharger service, flywheel resurfacing, and welding. Customers access the business via phone, text, walk-in, or an online contact form and benefit from free pickup and delivery of vehicles.

In parallel with its service business, Advanced Fleet Services operates a truck equipment retail and installation line distributing Bradford Built, Knapheide, and Future Line flatbeds, utility bodies, and custom bumpers, with publicly listed unit prices ranging from $4,300 to $9,999. The company targets three primary segments — individual vehicle owners, business fleet operators, and commercial truck operators — using a direct-to-consumer model with no contracts and quote-based service pricing. Its go-to-market relies on local radio and video advertising, organic website traffic, and direct phone/text engagement, with no third-party channel partners, resellers, or franchised locations. The business is incorporated as Advanced Fleet Services of ND, INC, is privately held with no disclosed funding, and serves exclusively the Bismarck, ND and surrounding area market.

Name

Advanced Fleet Services

Legal name

Advanced Fleet Services of ND, INC

Website

https://advanced-fleet-services.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Advanced Fleet Services is a family-owned Bismarck, ND repair shop providing comprehensive car, truck, and diesel repair, mobile and emergency roadside service, and truck equipment sales and installation for individual vehicle owners, business fleets, and commercial truck operators in the local market.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Repair Services

SIC

Terminal Maintenance Facilities For Motor Freight Transport (4231), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)

akta.pro primary industry

Fleet Maintenance & Commercial Vehicle Service (EDAOAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

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

Keywords

• Automotive repair services
• Truck equipment installation
• Fleet maintenance services
• Diesel engine repair
• Emergency roadside service

Headquarters

HQ city

Bismarck

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Automotive and Truck Repair Services: One-time and recurring repair and maintenance services for cars, trucks, and fleet vehicles. Services include oil changes, engine diagnostics, transmission services, brake repairs, electrical work, and emergency roadside service. No contracts required - pay-per-service model.
2. Truck Equipment Sales and Installation: Sales and installation of truck equipment including custom bumpers, utility bodies, flatbeds, and service bodies from brands like Bradford Built, Knapheide, and Future Line. Equipment prices range from $4,300 to $9,999 depending on specifications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Advanced Fleet Services is a family-owned automotive and truck repair shop in Bismarck, ND providing complete gasoline and diesel vehicle repair, on-site/mobile service, emergency roadside assistance, and free pickup and delivery. The company also sells and installs truck equipment including flatbeds, utility bodies, and custom bumpers from Bradford Built, Knapheide, and Future Line for personal and business vehicles.

Product overview

Advanced Fleet Services operates as a service-oriented vehicle repair and maintenance company with an integrated truck equipment product line. The core business combines comprehensive automotive and truck repair services (encompassing car repair, truck repair, oil changes, emergency roadside service, flywheel resurfacing, on-site repair, and full-service center capabilities) with a product portfolio of truck equipment including Bradford Built beds (Regulator, Mustang, and utility models), Knapheide Steel PGNC Flatbeds, and Future Line aluminum flatbeds. Services and products are offered as a unified offering with free pickup and delivery, DOT inspections, and custom bumper options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Car Repair & Automotive Services Full-service auto repair including fuel injection cleaning, light duty diesel truck repair, electrical services, transfer case repair, and emergency roadside service for all vehicle types. Targeted at individual car owners and fleet operators.
• Truck Repair & Services Heavy-duty truck repair including oil changes, engine diagnostics, ABS diagnostics, DOT inspections, engine replacement, injectors, air brakes, clutch replacement, in-frame overhauls, transmission services, turbochargers, starters, and radiators. Targeted at commercial trucking operations and fleet owners.
• Oil Change Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Service van capability to perform up to 85% of vehicle maintenance and repair requirements on-site

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Others

• Knapheide: Manufacturer of steel and aluminum truck bodies, flatbeds, and utility bodies. Knapheide is both a supplier (products AFS distributes) and an adjacent player in the truck equipment ecosystem that ultimately competes with AFS for upfit jobs.

Direct peers

• TA Truck Service (TravelCenters of America): Operates heavy-duty truck service centers across the U.S. highway network. Comparable as a provider of diesel repair, preventive maintenance, and roadside service to commercial truck operators.
• Christian Brothers Automotive: Values-driven, family-style franchise of full-service auto repair shops. Comparable as a multi-location automotive repair brand built on trust, transparency, and customer convenience rather than price.
• Valvoline Instant Oil Change: Quick-service oil change and light maintenance chain. Comparable as a high-throughput vehicle maintenance brand focused on convenience and speed, though lighter in scope than AFS's full mechanical work.
• Reading Truck: Manufacturer and installer of truck bodies, utility bodies, and upfit solutions with a national distribution and installation footprint. Comparable for the truck equipment distribution and upfitting side of AFS.
• Meineke Car Care Centers: National franchise network offering general automotive repair, oil changes, and tires. Comparable as a multi-location general auto repair brand serving both consumer and small-fleet customers.
• FleetPride: Largest independent distributor and service provider of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts in North America. Comparable as a multi-location provider of truck repair, parts, and fleet maintenance services to commercial trucking customers.
• BrandFX: Manufacturer of lightweight composite aftermarket truck bodies, service bodies, and utility beds. Comparable to the Bradford Built/Knapheide/Future Line distribution business AFS operates.
• Love's Truck Care: Network of truck care and speed-co shops co-located with Love's Travel Stops. Comparable for roadside and preventive maintenance services targeting professional drivers and fleet customers.
• NAPA AutoCare: Network of independent repair shops backed by NAPA parts distribution. Comparable as an independent-shop repair network serving consumer and light commercial customers with broad vehicle capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/advancedfleet

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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

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