Subsidiaries of Rush Enterprises, Inc., the operator of the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships in North America, have acquired certain assets of Piedmont International Trucks. The acquisition includes International and Idealease franchises and commercial truck dealerships in Asheville, Hickory and Statesville, N.C.
The newly acquired locations will operate as part of the Rush’s Navistar Division, which now numbers 28 full-service dealerships, and expands the company to 81 Rush Truck Centers in 15 states. The acquisition also expands Rush Truck Leasing capabilities.