For 75 years, Carmichael NationaLease has helped businesses throughout the greater Chicagoland area keep their fleets on the road with dependable truck leasing, commercial rentals, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs.
Explore Our Services Request a QuoteVehicle acquisition, preventive maintenance, repairs, compliance, replacement planning, and unexpected breakdowns all affect operating costs. Carmichael offers a complete range of fleet services under one roof.
Full-service leasing with late-model trucks, maintenance, licensing assistance, and replacement planning built in.
Learn More →Reliable reefer units for restaurants, grocers, and food distributors that can't afford a broken cold chain.
Learn More →Short-term and seasonal rentals that flex with demand — daily, weekly, or monthly terms.
Learn More →Scheduled preventive maintenance programs that catch small issues before they become costly breakdowns.
Learn More →Factory-trained technicians, engine diagnostics, brakes, and DOT inspections for most makes and models.
Learn More →Well-maintained, fleet-serviced used trucks with documented histories and honest pricing.
Learn More →Purchasing commercial vehicles isn't always the most cost-effective solution. Full-service leasing gives you dependable late-model equipment while eliminating many of the uncertainties of ownership — so you can focus on running your business instead of managing equipment.



Preventive maintenance is one of the smartest investments any fleet can make. Regular inspections and scheduled service identify potential issues before they become costly breakdowns — extending vehicle life while improving reliability and driver safety.
From oil changes and brake inspections to engine diagnostics and DOT inspections, our goal is simple: keep your fleet operating safely while minimizing unexpected downtime.
As an independent NationaLease member, Carmichael combines the accessibility and accountability of a local family-owned business with the resources of one of North America’s leading networks of independent commercial truck lessors.
For customers whose vehicles travel beyond Chicagoland, that relationship helps provide access to nationwide service support and 24/7 emergency breakdown assistance. It is a valuable combination: a transportation partner who knows your business locally, backed by a network built to support vehicles on the road.

Technology changes. Trucks evolve. One thing has remained constant: our commitment to treating customers like partners. Many of our customers have trusted Carmichael NationaLease for years because they know we're invested in helping their businesses succeed — not simply leasing trucks.
When you work with Carmichael, you gain a transportation partner committed to helping your fleet operate safely, efficiently, and reliably every day.
Whether you're expanding your fleet, replacing aging equipment, or need emergency repair services, Carmichael NationaLease is ready to help.
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