07/15/2026
Wabash - "One Wabash"
Most fleets buy trailers based on sticker price. Smart fleets buy based on total cost of ownership.
We ran the numbers comparing DuraPlate® composite trailers to traditional sheet and post:
🔩 5–7x more puncture resistant
⏳ 5–7 years longer service life
💰 33% fewer trailer purchases over 20 years
📦 800+ lbs lighter = more payload per load
🔧 20% lower repair costs
📈 Stronger resale value
The purchase price is one line item. The real cost shows up in downtime, repairs, and resale.
Read our latest blog post with the full breakdown and what makes Wabash dry van trailers stand out versus traditional sheet and post.