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Learn about Trailblazer award finalist Vernon Gene's

“When we were creating this business, Leslie wanted to do something in remembrance of his father ... What better name could we give this business than the name of a war hero who did so many great things?”

October 2, 2023

Vernon Gene's location

Learn about Trailblazer award finalist Tri-State Trailer Sales

“We’re not one of those places that turn the phones off at 5 p.m. We’re available. That’s something I can say for myself and for our sales team. We always tell our customers, ‘When you’re working with us, we’re here 24/7 to help you.’”

September 25, 2023

Tri-State Trailer Sales building front

Learn about Trailblazer award finalist Stoops Trailers

“We are constantly evaluating what we do and making sure our strategies are effective in our markets … We understand business is always changing and we have to be open to change to remain successful.”

September 18, 2023

Stoops Trailers outside of Wayne facility

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Learn about Trailblazer award finalist Trailer Equipment

“We believe in progress, not perfection, and that speaks to how we set expectations with our people and our customers ... We are always looking for the next thing we can do to better support our customers.”

September 11, 2023

Trailer Equipment building headquarters

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Learn about Trailblazer award finalist Royal Truck & Utility Trailer

“I remember Ken very distinctly said, ‘We always talk a big game about how we care about our employees and how much we want them to stay with us. Right now, this is where we promise that to them.’”

September 4, 2023

Royal Truck & Utility Trailer signage

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Finalists announced for our inaugural Trailblazer Award program

“From the instant we decided to create a program for the trailer dealer channel, I have eagerly awaited the day when we could announce our first group of award finalists. These five dealers do not disappoint,” says TPS Editor Lucas Deal.

July 20, 2023

Successful Dealer Award

Nomination period for the Successful Dealer, Trailblazer Awards closing soon

If you haven't done it yet, you have only a few more days to nominate one of our industry's best dealers for the Successful Dealer Award and our new Trailblazer Award. The open nomination periods for both programs end on May 31.

May 25, 2023

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TPS introduces new award program for trailer dealers

Trucks, Parts, Service is thrilled to introduce our newest award program, The Trailblazer Award, powered by Successful Dealer. This new award will recognize and congratulate North America’s most successful and impressive trailer dealers.

March 1, 2023

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Nikola Hydrogen Fuel Cell Commercial Launch

Nikola formally launches Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell tractor

“As we head into the fourth quarter, we are focused on delivering our trucks at scale and securing our position as pioneers in the hydrogen refueling ecosystem to support our customers,” says Steve Girsky, Nikola president and CEO.

North Catholic students participating in the Rosedale program

Industry involvement remains key to solving tech shortage

2011 WorkStar with EGR-only engine

Settlement reached in Canadian Navistar MaxxForce engine class action

Line of trucks on a summer day

'Uncharacteristically large' boost to used truck sales in August

Download the Trailer Inspection Form from Fullbay

Download the Trailer Inspection Form from Fullbay

Learn how to move your used trucks faster

With unsold used inventory depreciating at a rate of more than 2% monthly, efficient inventory turnover is a must for dealers. Download this eBook to access proven strategies for selling used trucks faster.

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Trailer Inspection Form

A trailer inspection form can help ensure you hit everything necessary during an inspection. Check out our latest downloadable maintenance checklist and give it a whirl!