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Distributor of the Year Finalist
November 9, 2011
Balancing autonomy and scale, while not always easy, has led to success.
Distributor of the Year Finalist
November 9, 2011
An extensive parts inventory, hourly delivery and on-line parts ordering have led to growth.
Distributor of the Year Finalist
November 9, 2011
Reorganizing has made this business better, stronger, more efficient and poised for future opportunities.
DOTY Finalist
November 9, 2011
This year’s nominees for Distributor Of The Year are the top performing distributors, as chosen by their peers, representatives from parts suppliers and manufacturers and other industry leaders.
DOTY Finalist
November 9, 2011
A wide breadth of inventory and knowledgeable salespeople make the difference.
Distributor of the Year Finalist
September 3, 2011
Allan Parrott, president of Tidewater Fleet Supply, says his experienced, knowledgeable employees allow him to focus on the bigger picture.
Distributor of the Year Finalist
June 8, 2011
We give our managers enough freedom to respond to their individual markets. On the other hand, we try to achieve enough volume to be able to deliver some scale to the stores
Distributor of the Year Finalist
September 8, 2010
Henry Cook knew his company, Cook Brothers, had the potential to be big and reach new markets and wanted to make that potential a reality
Distributor of the Year Finalist
July 7, 2010
This market missed the days of the strong regional WD, and we wanted to be the ones to fill that gap.
Distributor of the Year Finalist
June 22, 2010
Founded in 1945, Drive Train was the premier aftermarket brake supplier in the Rocky Mountain Region.
Distributor of the Year Finalist
October 15, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
FLEET BRAKE
answers by John Bzeta
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
The business was started in 1978 by my father, George Bzeta. He brought on my existing partner Fred Lack that same year. I got into the business 12 years ago after ...
Distributor of the Year Finalist – October 2009
October 2, 2009
FLEET BRAKE
answers by John Bzeta
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
The business was started in 1978 by my father, George Bzeta. H...
Distibutor of the Year Fianalist
September 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
SIX ROBBLEES’ INC.
answers by Andy Robblee
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
The business was founded in Tacoma, Wash., in 1913 by J.A. Robblee (eldest of 12 children). Along with two brothers, they performed a variety of jobs including sheet metal, locksmith ...
Distributor of the Year – August 2009
August 10, 2009
Parts for Trucks answers by Paul Raymond
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
The business was founded in 1919 under the name Sc...
Distributor of the Year
August 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Parts for Trucks answers by Paul Raymond
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
The business was founded in 1919 under the name Scotia Equipment. Phil Raymond joined the company in 1963 and bought it in 1976. Paul ...
Distributor of the Year Finalist – July 2009
July 9, 2009
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
PTS was started by Jack Leffel, the father of my partner, Joe Leffel. I saw the potential of being in...
Distributor of the Year Finalist
July 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
PTS was started by Jack Leffel, the father of my partner, Joe Leffel. I saw the potential of being in a fast-growing segment of a growing industry. My partner, Joe, ...
DOTY 2009 Finalist
June 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Name of Company: CRW Parts Inc.
Headquarters Address: 1211 68th Street
Baltimore Md. 21237
Web site: www.crwparts.com
Founded: 1850
Owner(s): David N. Willis
Number of Locations: 10
Number of Employees: 109
Business model: Providing our customers with the best overall value of parts, service, education and price with ...
Truck Parts & Service names 2008 Distributor of the Year
February 19, 2009
Mike Betts, owner of Betts Truck Parts and Service in San Leandro, Calif., was named Truck Parts & Service magazine's 2008 Distributor of the...
Distributor of the Year Award: Raising the bar – November 2008
November 20, 2008
The five finalists for this year's Truck Parts & Service Distributor of the Year award again highlight the best of independent aftermarket bu...
Distributor of the Year Award: Raising the bar
November 1, 2008
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
The five finalists for this year’s Truck Parts & Service Distributor of the Year award again highlight the best of independent aftermarket businesses. These five companies thrive in an ever-competitive and constantly changing economic landscape.
Distributor of the Year finalists are ...
Distributor of the Year Finalist: Westpac Heavy Duty Truck Parts – October 2008
October 27, 2008
Answers by Charles Weston.
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
I started Westpac Heavy Duty to purchase the assets of the former...
Distributor of the Year Finalist: Westpac Heavy Duty Truck Parts
October 1, 2008
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Answers by Charles Weston.
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
I started Westpac Heavy Duty to purchase the assets of the former headquarters and main distribution site of the Charles W. Carter Company, located in Placentia, Calif.
C.W. Carter Company was founded in ...
Distributor of the Year Finalist: Ott’s Friction Supply, Inc.
September 19, 2008
Answers by Jerry Weis, President
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
The company was founded in 1925 by R.G. Ott. In 1959, his son Reg...
Distributor of the Year Finalist: Camerota Truck Parts
August 13, 2008
CAMEROTA TRUCK PARTS
answers by Frank Camerota, president
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
In 1960, Salvatore "Sam" Camerota (...
Distributor of the Year Finalist 2008: Potter Webster Company
July 12, 2008
Potter Webster Company
answers by Dennis Webster
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
In 1918, O.T. Potter Co. was founded by Orin P...
Distributor of the Year – July 2008
July 8, 2008
Now in its seventh year, the Truck Parts & Service Distributor of the Year Award is a coveted honor in the independent aftermark...
Distributor of the Year 2008 Finalist: Betts Truck Parts and Service
July 8, 2008
Answers by Mike Betts, president
WHY DID YOU START THE BUSINESS?
Our parent company, Betts Spring Company, is celebrating its 14...
Karon, Total Truck Parts Named Truck Parts & Service’s 2007 Distributor of the Year
February 20, 2008
Marc Karon, president of Total Truck Parts, West Palm Beach, Fla., was named Truck Parts & Service magazine's 2007 Distributor of the ...
Distributor of the Year Finalist: Fleet Brake
October 16, 2007
In Their Words...answers by John Bzeta, president
Why did you start the business?
The business was started in 1978 by my father,...
