A vehicle off the road is more than an inconvenience — it’s a missed delivery, a stalled job site, a sales appointment that doesn’t happen, a driver collecting a paycheck for sitting still. Auto Alternatives was built on fleet work. In 2011, we started by servicing cars for local Modesto dealerships and businesses, and we’ve kept those accounts for 14+ years because we treat your fleet the way you treat your customers: with priority, accountability, and follow-through. One call, one point of contact, one shop that handles everything from oil changes to collision rebuilds.
Why Central Valley businesses partner with Auto Alternatives
- Priority scheduling. Fleet accounts get in this week — not next month. Every day a vehicle sits idle is revenue you’re not earning. We treat your downtime like our own.
- Volume pricing on labor and parts. We negotiate rates based on your fleet size and service frequency, then put them in writing. The savings compound month after month.
- One point of contact for the entire account. A dedicated fleet manager who knows your vehicles, your drivers, your timelines, and your preferences. No re-explaining your account every time you call.
- Consolidated monthly billing. One invoice instead of a stack. Clean records, itemized service history per vehicle, and statements your accounting team will actually thank you for.
- Loaner vehicles available. Keep your drivers and operations moving while we service the asset.
- Full service under one roof. Mechanical, collision, paint, glass, tires, electrical — Tesla and EV included. You don’t have to coordinate between three vendors for a single vehicle.
- 14+ years of fleet experience. We’ve built our reputation on keeping commercial vehicles, dealership inventory, and company cars running. References available on request.
Who we serve
Auto dealerships
Reconditioning, pre-sale prep, paint and body touch-ups, mechanical certification on used inventory, and turnaround timelines you can actually plan around. We started the business on dealership accounts and still serve them today.
Service contractors and trades
Plumbing, electrical, HVAC, landscaping, construction — anyone running a fleet of work trucks and vans. We understand that a non-running truck is a non-billing crew, and we schedule accordingly.
Delivery and logistics
Sprinter vans, box trucks, cargo vans, and light commercial vehicles. Preventive maintenance keeps your DOT inspection clean and your routes uninterrupted.
Property management and real estate
Multi-vehicle company fleets that need to look professional and run reliably. Our ceramic coating and detailing services keep your fleet looking like it represents your brand — because it does.
Small and medium business fleets
Any company with 3+ vehicles benefits from a single trusted shop. From sole proprietors with a few work trucks up to 50-vehicle operations, our fleet program scales to fit.
Rideshare, delivery drivers, and Tesla fleets
High-mileage vehicles need a shop that understands the wear patterns and schedules around your earnings hours. We do.
Fleet services available
Preventive maintenance
- Scheduled oil and filter changes
- Tire rotation, balance, and alignment
- Brake inspections and service
- Battery testing and replacement
- Coolant and fluid services
- HVAC service and recharges
- DOT inspection prep
- Multi-point safety inspections
Repair and diagnostics
- Engine and transmission service
- Electrical and computer diagnostics
- Suspension and steering
- Exhaust and emissions systems
- Fuel systems
- Tesla and EV-specific service
Body, paint, and appearance
- Collision repair at $595 per panel — wholesale fleet pricing
- Dent and scratch repair
- Paint and refinish work, color-matched to fleet specs
- Vinyl wrap removal and panel prep
- Ceramic coatings for fleet protection
- Detail and reconditioning services
- Insurance claim handling on collision work
The real cost of using “whoever’s available”
Most fleets bleed money in places they don’t see: deferred maintenance that turns into roadside breakdowns, multiple shops with no shared service history, missed warranty windows, paint that doesn’t match across the fleet, and hours wasted shuttling vehicles between specialists. A single dedicated shop fixes all of that. Your fleet manager spends less time coordinating and more time managing. Your vehicles last longer. Your downtime drops. And the line item for “vehicle repair” on your P&L becomes predictable for the first time.
How a fleet account works
- We meet (in person, on the phone, or by email) to understand your fleet. Vehicle count, types, current pain points, billing preferences, contact protocols, anything that matters to your operation.
- We propose a fleet agreement. Volume rates, priority scheduling terms, billing structure, preferred-vendor status. No long-term commitment — it’s a working relationship, not a contract.
- You get a dedicated point of contact. One number, one email, one person who knows your account. Drivers can drop off vehicles without re-explaining the situation.
- We handle the work, track the history, and send one invoice. Monthly or per job — your call.
Get a fleet quote — no commitment
If you run a fleet of any size in Modesto, Stockton, Turlock, Manteca, or the broader Central Valley, we’d like to earn the work. Call to speak with our fleet manager directly, or fill out the form to start the conversation. We’ll walk through your current setup, identify where we can save you money and downtime, and put a proposal in writing. The conversation is free, the quote is free, and there’s no pressure to commit until you’ve seen the numbers.