Purchasing and financing advantages part of new AmeriQuest program

AmeriQuest Transportation Services has re-launched its partnership with the Food Marketing Institute (FMI). The program, formally called the FoodFleetXchange, will offer a number of competitive advantages for participating fleets, AmeriQuest said.

Benefits to members include: 

• Group purchasing. FMI members can save up to 20% on tires, parts,and supplies with access to programs from more than 100 of the industry’s leading suppliers.
• Fleet planning & strategic financing. AmeriQuest provides strategic financing and fleet planning to assist companies with finding the optimal vehicle lifecycle and best financial structure for their fleets.
• Used trucks. ameriquestusedtrucks.com is home to one of the largest inventories available of low mileage, late model used trucks. Members also have a resource for the sale and remarketing of its used inventory.
• National breakdown service. FMI members benefit from access to a 24/7 call center for tire and mechanical breakdowns. FMI has negotiated an exclusive rate for this breakdown service.

The Food Marketing Institute represents 1,250 food retailers and wholesalers, comprised of large multi-store chains, regional firms and independent supermarkets with a combined annual sales volume of $650 billion.