Choosing the right parts in the trucking aftermarket
The commercial vehicle aftermarket is a crowded place, and the arena of remanufactured and rebuilt parts in particular can be confusing. Put the wrong replacement component on your truck, and you can risk not just part failure, but also damage that would more than wipe out any savings from going with the lowest-cost option. And
FleetPride introduces e-commerce website
FleetPride Inc. has introduced its new e-commerce site at www.fleetpride.com. Previously, site visitors could only look up product information and were unable to purchase items. Now, there are more than 176,000 products available online for Class 6-8 vehicles and heavy-duty trailers, and the company says the number is growing on a daily basis. Customers are
FleetPride aims names new V.P., teases e-commerce site
Industry veteran Michael Keller has been named FleetPride’s new vice president of category management and sourcing, the company announced in a press release. Keller is rejoining FleetPride where he previously held various roles, including director of category management, from 2008 to 2014. With two decades of industry experience, he most recently held leadership positions for
North American Trailer opens new facility in Wisconsin
North American Trailer has opened a new facility in Chippewa Falls in Western Wisconsin, 10 miles outside of Eau Claire and directly east of the Twin Cities. The new Chippewa Falls facility will offer truck, trailer, and tank service, including in-shop and emergency roadside service on medium- to heavy-duty vehicles. In addition, the facility will
FleetPride acquires Missouri-based Bolin Auto and Truck Parts Co.
FleetPride Inc. has acquired the assets of Bolin Auto and Truck Parts Co. of St. Joseph, Missouri, owned by Rob Bolin. The new FleetPride branch and service center in St. Joseph will be the company’s fifth location in Missouri, joining branches in Joplin, Kansas City, Springfield and St. Louis. The company was founded in 1951
Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week expands exhibiting suppliers qualifications
Conference organizers for Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW) announced new guidelines that will expand qualifications for exhibiting suppliers. Beginning in 2022, HDAW organizers will lift the exhibitor qualification that requires manufacturing suppliers to be currently supplying to past independent aftermarket distributor attendees, allowing for a wider range of companies and products on the HDAW show
FleetPride acquires Truck Service Company Inc.
FleetPride Inc. has acquired the assets of Truck Service Company Inc. of Chattanooga, Tenn. Truck Service Company has been in business since 1989, providing repair and service work for drivers and fleets in southern Tennessee and northern Georgia. Truck Service Company was founded by Jerry Gamble and is now managed by his two sons, Rodney
Operating lean may not work in the future for shop administration
For years, those of us in this profession have had the idea beaten to death that we shouldn’t spend money, don’t have too many mechanics, don’t overstock inventory. We even have gone through a phase that maybe we should have consignment parts or even outsource the parts room to a third party. We were brought
Vipar Heavy Duty highlights fleet service program, order management system
Vipar Heavy Duty highlights its fleet program, which the company says offers fleets of all sizes and vocational areas access to its brands and technology solutions to increase efficiency and enhance maintenance practices, supported by its network of parts and service locations across the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and Mexico. “Vipar Heavy Duty works with
Hunter Engineering announces three-year warranty for all replacement parts
Hunter Engineering announced a three-year replacement parts warranty, retroactive to Jan. 1. Any equipment installation taking place in 2021 is covered under the new policy, the company says. The new document standardizes the warranty for all Hunter replacement parts and product levels. The company also says that labor will retain its original six-month warranty. The new policy
Dorman Products acquires Dayton Parts
Dorman Products has completed its acquisition of Dayton Parts. The companies say both Dorman’s and Dayton’s customers can expect enhanced selection, service levels and opportunities for growth in key heavy-, medium-, and light-duty truck categories. Dorman entered the heavy-duty segment nearly a decade ago. The combined companies’ distribution and manufacturing network will provide more than
SelecTrucks enhances 60-Day Buyer’s Assurance Coverage
SelecTrucks announced expanded component coverage and a new warranty concierge program, administered by Fleetrock, to enhance its 60-Day Buyer’s Assurance coverage. Select Limited Warranties are zero deductible with no aggregate limits, include unrestricted progressive damage on covered components and are available up to 48 months/400,000 miles. 60-Day Buyer’s Assurance coverage is included with every Select
