Case Study: Mesilla Valley Transportation achieves nearly 30% MPG improvement and $900K+ monthly fuel savings with Trimble

MVT on MPG Raising the Bar and Driver Incentives

Mesilla Valley Transportation (MVT), a Las Cruces, NM–based carrier with about 1,100 tractors and nationwide service, faced steep fuel and maintenance costs that threatened its early viability. The company’s chief challenge was improving miles per gallon (MPG) to cut fuel spend and reduce downtime while maintaining on-time delivery.

MVT implemented PeopleNet Vehicle Management and fault-code reporting, combined with daily driver rankings, coaching, and strong incentives (quarterly prizes and a $25,000 annual award). Within a year MPG improved by roughly a full mile (nearly 30%), fuel purchases fell by about 300,000 gallons per month—saving ~$900K–$1M monthly—and proactive fault reporting prevented major repairs and supported better on-time performance.

Mesilla Valley Transportation

Royal Jones

CEO and Founder