Relay Payments, a digital payments provider in the trucking and logistics industries, is broadening its offerings into truck service, repair and maintenance.

Through new partnerships with Southern Tire Mart at Pilot, Boss Truck Shops, and AMBEST Service Centers, Relay customers can now pay digitally at service and repair locations across the U.S.

This expansion allows fleets and drivers to leverage Relay’s platform for not only fuel, lumpers, and scales, but also for service, repair, tow, and preventive maintenance. 

“No fleet or driver enjoys maintenance stops, so making the process simpler and more affordable is a game-changer,” said Jake England, director, Boss Truck Shops, in a news release.

How Relay Payments Works For Truck Service

With Relay’s mobile app, customers can easily locate service centers along their routes. The platform's integration with these partners' truck service networks provides drivers with access to high-quality service, wherever they are. 

Paying with Relay makes the payment process seamless with any pre-negotiated discounts carriers may have and unlocks new cost savings.

"We integrated with Relay last year to simplify service payments and combat fraud, and it’s been an overwhelmingly positive experience for our customers," said John Boynton, President, Southern Tire Mart at Pilot.  

“Launching Service, Maintenance, and Repairs is a major milestone towards our mission of becoming an end-to-end payment network for the trucking industry,” said Ryan Droege, Relay co-founder and CEO. 

Relay Payments introduced its digital payment solution in 2019 to replace traditional methods like cash, fleet checks, and fleet cards. Relay’s network has expanded to support secure and fast payments for fuel, unloading, scales, repairs, and more at locations nationwide. 

Southern Tire Mart at Pilot

Southern Tire Mart at Pilot is a strategic alliance formed in 2021 between Southern Tire Mart, the largest commercial tire dealer and retread manufacturer in North America, and Pilot Company, a leading operator of travel centers. 

Services offered include preventive maintenance, tire care, and 24/7 roadside assistance, available at over 85 locations nationwide. The collaboration aims to expand to 200 service points within 36 months.

Boss Truck Shops

Founded in 1948, Boss Truck Shops is one of America's largest truck service center chains, with 40 locations across 23 states. The company offers a wide range of services, including 24 -hour roadside assistance, preventive maintenance, tire care, and mechanical repairs. 

Boss Truck Shops is a subsidiary of Bosselman Enterprises, a family-owned company headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska. 

AMBEST

Established in 1988, AMBEST is a member-owned, nationwide network of independent truck stops and service centers. With locations across the United States, AMBEST offers amenities and services tailored to professional drivers, including fuel, dining options, showers, and maintenance services.