IRVING, Texas, January 29, 2025 — FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest independent distributor of aftermarket heavy duty parts and service, announced it has acquired the assets of ARS Truck & Fleet Service. Based in New Castle, Delaware, ARS operates 25 service bays in two locations and a mobile service fleet of 16 trucks. This transaction represents the expansion of service on the Eastern Seaboard.

ARS was founded in 1972, and it has a long track record of superior in-house and on-location repair services for heavy duty fleets. It is a five-time honoree as one of the top 12 shops in the country by Automotive Training Institutes, receiving ATI’s National MSO Shop of the Year award in 2022. ARS has been named one of Delaware’s 50 fastest growing companies, it is an Inc 5000 company and two-time Philly 100 winner, and owner Patrick Connell was named Delaware’s 2022 CEO of the Year – For-Profit Medium Business by the Delaware Business Times.

“The entire ARS Truck & Fleet Service team is thrilled to become a part of FleetPride. Our companies have been strong partners for many years,” said Patrick Connell, ARS CEO. “The mission at ARS has always been to create an environment of growth for our people and our company. We pride ourselves on the strong culture we have, and the many years of industry leading work we have done. FleetPride is the perfect partner to continue that legacy. We now have access to all the resources we require to grow like never before. With this opportunity, I am more excited about our mission than any point in my career.”

“We are excited to welcome the entire ARS Truck & Fleet Service team to our company,” said FleetPride President of Parts and Service Mike Harris. “Patrick Connell and his outstanding team are a model of customer service and operational excellence. We are proud to carry on ARS’s legacy and continue serving their valued customers along the Eastern Seaboard.”

For FleetPride, the acquisition of ARS Truck & Fleet Service adds another outstanding team that will continue leading the way to meet the needs of the heavy duty industry. Simultaneously, it provides ARS customers with access to a nationwide network of parts and service solutions, featuring industry-leading digital solutions such as the FleetPride.com eCommerce platform. It also opens up new learning opportunities for ARS employees with FleetPride Tech University’s online and in-person training.

About FleetPride, Inc.

Headquartered in Irving, TX, FleetPride is the nation’s largest distributor of aftermarket heavy duty parts and service. FleetPride’s sophisticated network of 300+ locations, which includes 90+ service centers and 5 distribution centers means customers get the parts and services they need, when and where they need them. Customers can click, talk, chat, or visit with FleetPride’s team of 4,000 experts empowered and motivated to solve problems and create tailored solutions for each customer’s unique needs.

To learn more about our acquisition process, find your local FleetPride branch or service center, or to cross-reference, search, and shop for parts, visit the new FleetPride.com.

Media Contact:

LuCinda Hanson

FleetPride Communications

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FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service provider in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Zender's Truck & Equipment, Parts & Service, Inc., based in Bellingham, Washington.

Zender's Truck & Equipment, Parts & Service has been providing parts and service to the heavy duty trucking industry for more than 20 years. This acquisition is part of FleetPride’s strategy to continue expanding its presence in the heavy duty aftermarket. 

“We’re delighted to welcome Bruce and the entire Zender’s team to the FleetPride family, with their wide-ranging expertise, outstanding service, and loyal customers,” said Mike Harris, FleetPride president of parts and service. “Zender’s Truck & Equipment has a strong culture, which is reflected in their talent and robust customer following that fits very well with our vision and values. We look forward to supporting the Zender’s team.”

“Joining FleetPride is a tremendous opportunity for our team and customers,” said owner Bruce Zender, Zender's Truck & Equipment, Parts & Service. “This move will help us to continue to provide superior customer service and support for our customers.”

This acquisition gives customers in northwest Washington access to FleetPride’s advanced supply chain and provides future employees with career development opportunities, including FleetPride Tech University. In addition, it marks the company’s first service location on the West Coast.

“Establishing a comprehensive parts and service national footprint maximizes our ability to support customers with technical expertise in local markets we serve,” said Harris. “It also enables large regional and national fleets to leverage our scale for greater uptime, and lets them access our broad assortment of products, and e-commerce solutions on FleetPride.com.”

If you are interested in joining the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.

Media Contact: Sophia Stoller, FleetPride, Sr. Director of Communications, (972) 977-1111, sophia.stoller@fleetpride.com

FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service provider in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Frame Service, Inc. based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Frame Service is a full-service truck and trailer maintenance and repair shop serving the industry since 1948 with a strong reputation for quality and timely service in the Fort Wayne area. 

Mike Harris, FleetPride president of parts and service, said, “today we are excited to welcome the Frame Service team to the FleetPride family. Frame Service adds growth in the Indiana market with broad capabilities in parts and service, and a wealth of heavy duty expertise. As we continue building e-commerce capabilities at FleetPride.com for ease and speed of doing business, expanding our network at the same time enables us to better serve local, regional, and national fleets faster to keep trucks on the road. We look forward to becoming part of the Fort Wayne community.”

Frame Service owner Barry Ernst said, “As a family-run business, we have strong values, dedicated employees, and a focus on excellent customer service, which is a shared value with FleetPride. This acquisition will take our business to the next level and will provide our customers with an enhanced experience.”

If you are interested in joining the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.

Media Contact: Sophia Stoller, FleetPride, Sr. Director of Communications, (972) 977-1111, sophia.stoller@fleetpride.com

FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service provider in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of TAM Truck & Trailer Service, based in Alto, Georgia.

TAM Truck & Trailer Service is a family-owned business, operating since 2008, providing specialized trailer service and repairs, heavy duty truck and trailer part sales, mobile on-site maintenance and shop semi-trailer repairs.

“TAM Truck & Trailer Service comes to us with more than 30 years of experience. We share a great amount of synergy including our values on people, integrity and focus on customer service,” said Mike Harris, FleetPride senior vice president of sales and operations.

“We’re excited to join FleetPride and look forward to being able to expand the services we offer our customers,” said Travis Maddox, Owner, TAM Truck & Trailer Service. “This acquisition provides unique opportunities for both our customers and team members.”

FleetPride’s national parts and service operations continue to grow. If you are interested in learning more about how to become part of the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.

FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service provider in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of TML Truck & Trailer Repair, based in Ocala, Florida. 

“We are very excited about the acquisition of TML Truck & Trailer Repair. Todd Lewis and the team are well known as trusted partners who focus on quality service while providing a great customer experience. We look forward to being able to continue that tradition as we grow that market for all our customers,” said Mike Harris, FleetPride senior vice president of sales and operations. 

Founded in 2012, TML Truck & Trailer Repair is a full-service shop operating on heavy duty trucks and equipment. Its central footprint deepens FleetPride’s coverage in the region.

“FleetPride shares our passion for delivering value and continually creating personal and professional opportunities for our team,” said Todd Lewis, Owner, TML Truck & Trailer Repair.

FleetPride’s national parts and service operations continue to grow. If you are interested in learning more about how to become part of the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.

FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service provider in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Berggren Diesel, Inc. based in Idaho Falls, Idaho with a second location in Terreton, Idaho. The acquisition continues to drive growth and further extend FleetPride’s leadership position in the heavy duty aftermarket.

Berggren Diesel, Inc. is a full-service shop operating on heavy duty trucks and equipment serving the industry since 2013. This is a family-owned business with a strong reputation for quality and service repair in Idaho and western Wyoming.

Mike Harris, FleetPride senior vice president of sales and operations, said, “Berggren Diesel is an exceptional company with a talented team of technicians and support. Today, I’m excited to welcome the Berggren Diesel team to the FleetPride family. Berggren’s will be a great fit and complements our growth strategy to provide customers with a one-stop shop solution for parts and service in the heavy duty aftermarket. We continue expanding our supply chain, digital capabilities, breadth of products and expertise as customers count on us to keep their trucks up and running. The addition of Berggren Diesel increases our ability to do just that.”

David Berggren, owner, said, “FleetPride has a long history of being the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service provider in the independent heavy duty aftermarket with a strong focus on the customer. As Berggren looked to the future, we chose FleetPride for their innovation and industry leadership. We believe this acquisition is a great opportunity for our employees to accelerate their growth.”

This is the twelfth FleetPride acquisition this year, with continued expansion of their national parts and service operations. If you are interested in joining the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.

FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service provider in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Harland Diesel Service, Inc. 

Harland Diesel Service, Inc, is a full-service diesel shop operating on diesel trucks and heavy equipment with 14 bays, serving the industry since 1979 and is recognized for high quality, exceptional service, and reliable repair in Ponca City, Oklahoma, and its surrounding areas.

“We are very excited to welcome Harland Diesel Service, Inc, to the FleetPride team. We have admired how their business has evolved over the years, focusing on a strong commitment to excellent customer service and creating strong brand loyalty among its key consumers. This acquisition will enable us to drive new growth and further extend our capabilities to support customers with a one stop shop for parts and service in the heavy duty aftermarket,” said Mike Harris, FleetPride senior vice president of sales and operations. 

“Through the last 30 years, we have worked to deliver high-quality products to consumers, paying particular attention to service and building lasting customer relationships. With similar values, along with its leading industry position, FleetPride is a great partner to carry our legacy forward. The entire Harland Diesel Service team is excited to join FleetPride and begin working to further position the business for long-term growth,” said Harland McClaskey, owner.

This is the eleventh FleetPride acquisition this year, with continued expansion of their national parts and service operations. If you are interested in joining the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.

FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service provider in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Sam & Sons Truck Equipment of Houston, which was family-owned by brothers Samuel, Robert, and Richard, and sister, Olivia Olivo.

Founded in 1968, Sam & Sons provided unique and specialized heavy duty services and, now as a part of FleetPride, “we look forward to carrying on 54 years of legacy, along with our customers and employees for years to come,” said owner Richard Olivo. “Sam & Sons has thrived, and we are confident we will continue to be even more fortunate with FleetPride.”

This 26,000-square-foot location provides customers in the greater Houston area with expanded service capabilities, including specialized services in liftgate repair and an onsite 100-foot paint booth capable of servicing a 54-foot tractor and trailer. These capabilities are bolstered by access to FleetPride’s extensive heavy duty parts inventory, both locally and nationwide, via their e-commerce solution at FleetPride.com.

Sam & Sons has a loyal customer base, many of whom have been customers for over 20 years. FleetPride will continue to support these longstanding relationships with the same 35+ local experts and is eager to continue the legacy of this great company.

“We appreciate the Olivo family’s confidence in continuing their company’s rich history,” said Mike Harris, FleetPride senior vice president of sales and operations. “Sam and Sons’ commitment to the heavy duty industry aligns with FleetPride’s dedication to service growth for its customers. We are excited to now offer four locations, delivering parts and service capabilities within our Houston footprint.”

Expanding their national parts and service operations, this is the seventh FleetPride acquisition this year. If you are interested in joining the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.

FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of L&L Distributors, owned by Raymond Marchesiello. Founded in 1985, L&L Distributors has provided specialized parts in Pompano Beach, Riviera Beach, and Fort Pierce, Florida for over 37 years.

“Our partnership with FleetPride will provide many opportunities for the growth and advancement of our employees in the industry,” said Marchesiello. “I am genuinely excited for this next chapter in our history as we continue our mission in serving the heavy duty aftermarket community.”

L&L Distributors’ continual efforts and commitment over the past 37 years has positioned it to be the desired heavy duty aftermarket parts and services provider in South Florida. Now, as a part of FleetPride, L&L Distributors’ customers will benefit from the expansive purchasing power of FleetPride and gain access to the industry’s most comprehensive selection of heavy duty aftermarket inventory. Customers will continue their ongoing relationship with the same parts experts they have entrusted their heavy duty needs with over the last 37 years. Thus, continuing L&L Distributors’ legacy of being the number one preferred place for all their customer’s heavy duty needs.

“We look forward to working with Raymond and the entire L&L Distributors team in their continued support of the local communities of South Florida. Combining FleetPride’s rapid expansion and other digitally oriented solutions with our shared passion and commitment to being number one in customer service, we are sure this will be a great fit,” said Mike Harris, FleetPride senior vice president of sales and operations. “We are excited to be adding three additional locations to our Florida footprint.” 

The 48 employees of L&L Distributors, with an average tenure of nine years, now have additional growth opportunities under the FleetPride name. With a focus on learning and development, FleetPride offers several programs such as FleetPride Tech University, expanded employee benefits, and more. 

FleetPride continues to expand its national parts and service operations. This acquisition is the sixth for FleetPride this year. If you are interested in learning how to become part of the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.

FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Keystone Spring Service, family owned by brothers Greg and Jason Valant. Founded in 1973 by their father and grandfather, Edward Valant Jr. and Edward Valant Sr., along with Chuck Haugh, Keystone Spring Service has provided specialized parts and services in suspension, wheel end, driveline, hydraulics, as well as being a full truck parts source in both Pittsburgh and Portersville, Pennsylvania for over 49 years.

“FleetPride brings opportunities in many ways to our company. They instantly give us a major upgrade in technology and eCommerce,” said Greg Valant. “They also offer tremendous opportunities to our staff for advancement in their careers.”

Now a part of FleetPride, Keystone Spring Service customers in the greater Pittsburgh area will have access to the industry’s broadest assortment of heavy duty aftermarket inventory and the purchasing power of FleetPride, while working with the same parts and service experts they have come to know and trust over the last 49 years at Keystone Spring Service.

“It is a pleasure to welcome the Keystone Spring Service team to FleetPride,” said Mike Harris, FleetPride senior vice president of sales and operations. “The Valant family has built and developed a first-class team that is focused on customer service and a strong culture for employees which makes this a great fit. I’m proud to say the Valant family chose FleetPride in this process, and we look forward to

helping our new team members grow the parts and service solutions they can offer to customers, including our industry leading e-commerce platform.”

Employees of Keystone Spring Service now have additional growth opportunities under the FleetPride name. With a focus on learning and development, FleetPride offers several programs such as FleetPride Tech University, expanded employee benefits, and more.

FleetPride’s national parts and service operations continue to grow. If you are interested in learning more about how to become part of the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.

FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of T&R Towing and Service Centers of Bath, N.Y., owned by Brian Polmanteer. Since its founding as a service station in 1972, T&R has transformed into a full-service heavy duty repair business, with locations in Bath, Dansville, Hornell, Montour Falls, and Painted Post, all in the Southern Tier of New York.

“T&R has come a long way from Polmanteer’s Mobil. We are extremely grateful to everyone who has contributed to the growth and expansion of T&R Towing over the past 50 years,” said Polmanteer. “Joining forces with a nationwide network like FleetPride is a fantastic opportunity for us and for our customers.”

“We are thrilled to welcome everyone at T&R Towing and Service Centers to FleetPride,” said Cory Anderson, FleetPride general manager and vice president of service. “T&R has become a go-to destination for drivers and operators looking for service in southern New York. We look forward to carrying on their outstanding legacy.”

The addition of T&R Towing and Service Centers to the FleetPride network brings more than 60 service bays with well-equipped facilities, 24/7 dispatch and mobile maintenance that will complement FleetPride’s emerging mobile capabilities.

“As FleetPride continues to expand into service, we are equally committed to building long term careers for our technicians,” added Mike Harris, FleetPride senior vice president of sales and operations. “We recently launched FleetPride Tech University, which includes in-person hands-on training, online courses, tool incentives, and more. These programs allow us to reinvest in our industry leading talent while providing dependable service our customers can count on.”

FleetPride’s national parts and service operations continue to grow. If you are interested in learning more about how to become part of the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.

FleetPride, Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Portville Truck & Auto Repair, founded, and owned by Chris Travis. Along with their two main locations in Portville, N.Y., the company also operates Fat Cat’s Recovery and Repair in Steamburg, N.Y.; I-86 Repair and Towing in Belmont, N.Y.; and Big Dog Heavy Duty Recovery and Repair in Kane, Pa. Travis will serve as general manager of the new FleetPride locations.

“I am very proud of all the hard work our team has done over the last 38 years to build our business and take care of our customers,” said Travis. “We are excited for this new venture, which allows us to

significantly grow our parts business while bolstering our existing service capabilities, giving even greater support to our customers in the area. We know our team will add value to the FleetPride organization as well, bringing decades of truck towing, recovery, and repair expertise.”

“Chris Travis has built an outstanding company,” said Cory Anderson, FleetPride’s vice president and general manager of service. “We are thrilled to welcome everyone at Portville Truck & Auto Repair, including their Fat Cat’s, I86, and Big Dog locations, to FleetPride and expand our nationwide parts and service network into new territory in the Southern Tier of New York and northern Pennsylvania.”

This acquisition is the third for FleetPride this year. With the recent launch of their dedicated service

business unit, FleetPride’s strategy has been a key enabler to integrating businesses better and faster, and to scaling their capabilities for customers nationwide.

FleetPride’s senior vice president of sales and operations, Mike Harris, added: “We look forward to

working with Chris and the Portville Truck & Auto team.” Harris continued, “I also want to thank and acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our FleetPride team members who put in endless hours to support our robust Mergers and Acquisitions engine. Because of their efforts, we are building the best parts and service solutions provider in the heavy duty aftermarket.”

FleetPride’s national parts and service operations continue to grow. If you are interested in learning more about how to become part of the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for

more details.