In the fast-moving world of logistics, having the right fleet is crucial—but purchasing commercial vehicles outright can tie up precious capital. This case study reveals how one growing company used equipment leasing to expand operations, meet rising demand, and dramatically increase revenue without taking on risky debt.
How can leasing benefit a transportation company?
Leasing allows transportation companies to expand fleets quickly, preserve capital, and boost revenue with minimal upfront investment.
Industry: Freight & logistics
Location: Charlotte, NC
Fleet Size at Start: 5 trucks
Revenue (Year 1): $980,000
Challenge: Couldn’t meet growing contract demand due to limited vehicles
RoadFlex had just secured a major multi-year contract with a regional food distributor—but lacked the fleet size and cold chain capacity to fulfill it. Buying 6 new trucks with refrigeration would cost over $840,000—far outside their budget.
To take on the contract, RoadFlex needed:
4 refrigerated box trucks
2 Class 8 long-haul semis
GPS and ELD integration
Maintenance and servicing support
But they couldn’t afford to drain their cash reserves—or delay fulfillment for financing.
RoadFlex worked with a commercial vehicle leasing provider and signed a 48-month lease:
Monthly lease payment: $15,800
Buyout option: Fair Market Value (FMV) or fixed purchase price
Service & repairs: Included
Upfront cost: 1st month + delivery fee only
Related: Financing Commercial Vehicles: Trucks, Vans, and Fleet Leasing
✅ 6 late-model refrigerated trucks
✅ Real-time fleet tracking systems
✅ Preventative maintenance coverage
✅ DOT compliance management
Within the first year:
Revenue increased by 68%
On-time deliveries rose from 88% to 98%
Client contract expanded by 3x
Fleet utilization hit 91%
Company added 8 new driver positions
By Month 24, RoadFlex was negotiating lease-to-own options to secure long-term asset control.
“Leasing gave us the power to move fast. Without it, we would’ve missed out on a million-dollar contract and years of growth.”
— Denise Powell, COO, RoadFlex Logistics
Leased $840K+ in fleet upgrades with minimal capital
Fulfilled major logistics contract on time
Increased revenue by 68% in Year 1
Expanded team and improved delivery metrics
Began lease-to-own transition for long-term savings
For transportation companies, growth often comes down to capacity. Fleet leasing helps businesses scale without sacrificing liquidity, setting them up for consistent delivery—and consistent revenue.
Need more trucks but not more debt?
Explore commercial fleet leasing options today and position your transportation business for smart, scalable growth.