THE WOODLANDS, Texas, May 3 /PRNewswire/ -- FleetPride, Inc., the nation's largest independent aftermarket distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, announced today that it has opened a new 9,000 square foot location in Salisbury, Maryland. The Salisbury branch is located in the commercial hub of the Delmarva Peninsula at 1807 Northwood Drive, Suite A. With the opening of this new branch, FleetPride now owns and operates 10 locations in Maryland.
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The new Salisbury facility will be led by branch manager Ronnie Rash, an industry veteran who brings 37 years of experience in heavy-duty truck and trailer parts. Together, Ronnie and his team boast a combined 60 years of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts experience.
"Our expansion into Salisbury better positions FleetPride to serve our local and national customers in southeast Maryland who were previously served through the Dover, Delaware and Richmond, Virginia locations. FleetPride's ability to quickly source hard-to-find parts and extensive product inventory, will help us earn new business from Salisbury's agricultural and transportation industries," explained Pete Painter, Vice President and General Manager, Southeast Region.
"Opening the Salisbury location exemplifies one aspect of FleetPride's steady and consistent growth strategy; specifically our willingness to enter into greenfield markets when appropriate. When we bring our strategic growth model to new markets like Salisbury, Maryland, it enhances our national footprint and rapid delivery capabilities. As we continue to expand our scale, we will focus on maintaining our core value proposition – strong local market presence, on-time delivery, and exceptional customer service," said W.M. McGee, President and CEO.
About FleetPride, Inc.
FleetPride, Inc. (www.fleetpride.com)—America's premier nationwide supplier of heavy duty truck and trailer parts — operates over 185 locations in 39 states and carries a full line of nationally recognized brand name parts, as well as an assortment of exclusive brand parts. In addition, FleetPride offers in-house remanufactured products such as brake shoes and driveline components. Truck and trailer repair services are also offered at a number of locations.
About FleetCare
FleetCare (www.fleetcare.info) — America's premier heavy duty truck and trailer service center network — has over 185 service providers across the country. FleetCare offers services for all makes and models at all locations, 24/7 toll-free locator service, dedicated website, highly trained technicians, brand name parts, nationwide parts warranty and roadside assistance in many locations.
SOURCE FleetPride, Inc.
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