Since partnering with Merchants Fleet last year, their professional team members have provided excellent service and offered innovative solutions to address our unique needs. Merchants has proven to be a top-tier fleet management company, exceeding our expectations on all levels.”
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Food & Hospitality Fleet Management Solutions
Catering to your business needs with smart, efficient solutions.
A Recipe for Seamless Fleet Operations
From fuel-efficient vehicles to maintenance programs that minimize downtime, Merchants Fleet serves up customized solutions for your food and hospitality fleet. Whether you’re a processor, distributor, wholesaler, or transporting perishable goods, we understand the unique demands of your industry.
Staying compliant with the FDA’s Sanitary Food Transportation Act isn’t just important — it’s non-negotiable. That’s why we make sure your drivers and vehicles are prepped and ready to meet federal standards, keeping food safety and quality at the top of the menu.
We’ll help you get products to shelves fast, keep them fresh, and cut down on waste — all while protecting your bottom line. Need custom upfits? From refrigeration systems to secure storage, we’ll take care of the details so your cargo stays safe, sound, and shelf-ready.
Our Food & Hospitality Fleet Capabilities
- One program, one contact, one fulfillment center
- Full maintenance package
- Special program for last-mile startups
- Easy account set up with automatic billing
- Large cubic capacity vehicles
- High mileage allowance
- Variable terms for peaks and business seasonality
- Month-to-month terms and extensions available
- Ability to convert rentals to long-term leases
- Fleet electrification consulting
Flexible Rental and Leasing Options
From month-to-month rentals to leases built for busy seasons, we make it easy to scale your fleet when and how you need.
Reliable Nationwide Delivery and Hassle-Free Returns
Get your vehicles delivered anywhere in the U.S., and enjoy stress-free returns with managed pickups.
Services That Make a Difference
Maintenance, fuel management, upfitting, consulting — these are just a few of the game-changing solutions that keep your fleet running like a well-oiled machine.
Tailored Solutions
From telematics for real-time insights to vehicles built for heavy use, our flexible programs adapt to your unique business needs.
Food & Hospitality Vehicles Available for Rent or Lease
Our transportation partners will deliver the exact makes and models of vehicles you need. The most requested food and hospitality vehicles include:
- Cargo vans
- Cutaway vans
- Box trucks
- Tractor trailers
If you do not see the type of vehicle you need, please contact us to check availability.
How It Works
Select Your Vehicles
Pick from a variety of options, including vans, box trucks, walk-in vans, or EVs. Customize with branding, upfitting, or fleet electrification to fit your business needs.
Set Your Terms
Secure flexible terms — whether it’s a month-to-month rental or a tailored lease for seasonal or startup needs. A quick credit check and paperwork are all it takes.
Get Rolling
Enjoy fast nationwide delivery (7–14 days) and vehicles equipped with telematics and GPS for real-time insights. Returns are just as easy through our transportation network.
Stay Flexible
Extend, adjust, or convert your rental into a long-term lease as your business evolves.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most popular upfits for food and hospitality vehicles?
Some of the most popular upfits include logos, branding, decals, roof- and skirt-mounted refrigeration options, insulated truck bodies, diamond plate and non-skid flooring, temperature monitoring sensors, drawer units, shelving modules, alarm systems, and GPS systems.
What are the benefits of fleet management for the food and beverage industry?
A fleet management solution will help your vehicles and drivers adhere to FDA regulations and ensure cargo is kept safe, secure and arrives without contamination and spoilage. Other benefits include: reducing operational costs, reducing administrative burden, lowering fleet repair costs, and ensuring the highest level of safety for you, your employees, and the customers consuming the products you transport. With FleetAssist and our administered maintenance program, Merchant Fleet can help even if you own your vehicles. Let our experts take on the day-to-day administration of your fleet, which frees up more of your time.
How quickly can I get vehicles delivered to expand my food and hospitality fleet?
Our robust transportation network enables us to deliver vehicles nationwide within 7–14 days. With fast delivery times, you can grow your fleet quickly and keep your operations running smoothly.
Can I put my company logo on the rental vehicle?
Yes. We have a full team of upfitting experts who can add vehicle wraps and logos to your rental vehicles. With our short-term rentals, these upfitting services are performed at the clients’ expense, and the upfits cannot affect the condition of the vehicle. At the end of the rental terms, the vehicle must be returned to its original condition.
How long does refrigeration upfitting take to install?
Vehicle upfitting is what transforms standard cargo vans and trucks into reefer vans and reefer trucks. Turnaround times vary based on the on the number of vehicles and the size of the vehicles in which you need to upfit. Contact Merchants to discuss your upfit needs, and our team can provide more detailed information about potential costs and timeframe.
How does Merchants Fleet support its partners from a consulting perspective?
Our Merchants Fleet consulting team combines industry experience, analytical skills, big data, and the latest fleet technologies to provide tailored solutions across the entire fleet lifecycle. Whether you are looking to reduce costs, enhance corporate sustainability, upgrade fleet policies, improve driver behavior, or transition to EVs, we will develop the most effective strategies to meet your goals.
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