Mike's Wrecker Service projects $250,000 2026 budget overrun on diesel costs

1 articles · Updated · WNEM · May 2

Owner Bill Giorgis said the Saginaw company buys about 10,000 gallons a month, with Mid-Michigan diesel now above $6 a gallon as of May 1.
The business has raised tow mileage rates, base charges and fuel surcharges, adding $8 to a base tow and $20 to a heavy-duty tow, with further increases likely.
Giorgis said the company initially absorbed costs after the start of the Iran War but is now cutting idle time and improving truck efficiency; surcharges would fall if fuel prices ease.

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