RENTON, Wash., (February 25, 2021) – PACCAR Parts recognizes TRP Sauk Rapids of Allstate Peterbilt Group in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota as the 2020 Global TRP Store of the Year. TRP is PACCAR Parts’ exclusive worldwide brand of aftermarket replacement parts for all makes of trucks, trailers and buses. The TRP retail network includes 235 stores in 42 countries around the world.

TRP Sauk Rapids is located 65 miles northwest of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The TRP store was awarded for its outstanding customer support, sales growth, engagement with PACCAR Parts Fleet Services, eCommerce and excellent parts availability.

“PACCAR Parts values its relationship with the Allstate Peterbilt Group and appreciates TRP Sauk Rapid’s commitment to customer service and providing high-quality TRP products,” said David Danforth, PACCAR Parts general manager and PACCAR vice president. “TRP Sauk Rapids exemplifies TRP store excellence.”

The Allstate Peterbilt Group opened TRP Sauk Rapids in April 2017 and operates three TRP stores in Minnesota and Wisconsin. TRP Sauk Rapids leverages the TRP product offering in addition to industry-leading vendor brands to service all makes of truck, trailer and bus customers.

“TRP stores are uniquely positioned around the world to provide value-added services to customers such as excellent parts availability with a broad product offering, eCommerce, delivery services and customer loyalty programs,” said Chris Scheel, PACCAR Parts senior director of marketing. “One-third of our global TRP retail stores perform mechanical repairs and we plan to expand that service to more stores in 2021,” said Scheel.

“We are excited to be a part of the growing TRP store network. As with all three of our TRP stores, the TRP brand allows us to service and meet our customer demand,” Jeff Vanthournout, President of Allstate Peterbilt. “We have had tremendous success with TRP parts and look forward to delivering outstanding quality and value to all of our customers.”

About TRP:

TRP parts for trucks, trailers and buses are distributed exclusively by PACCAR Parts, a division of PACCAR Inc, and are available globally through authorized retailers that include TRP stores, as well as DAF, Kenworth and Peterbilt dealerships. Supported by a worldwide network of parts and service professionals, TRP offers dependable aftermarket products that are designed and tested to meet customers’ expectations for quality and value. Regardless of vehicle age, make or application, TRP is the all-makes leader for quality parts that are Trusted, Reliable and Proven. For more information, visit TRPParts.com.

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RENTON, Wash., (February 25, 2021) – PACCAR Parts awarded dealers for outstanding performance at this month’s virtual Peterbilt Dealer Meeting. Awards were presented to dealers for exceptional parts and TRP performance. These dealers demonstrated excellence in overall growth and fleet support, delivered industry-leading retail availability and invested in facilities, equipment and people to ensure the highest levels of customer service that drive uptime.

“PACCAR Parts is proud to recognize the top-performing dealers that demonstrate outstanding performance in parts purchase growth and customer service,” said David Danforth, PACCAR Parts general manager and PACCAR vice president. “Through their performance, they strengthen our growing dealer network and contribute to our success.”

The 2020 Peterbilt Parts and Service Dealer of the Year honor was awarded to Jackson Group Peterbilt. This dealer demonstrated excellent parts growth while providing superior customer service and exceptional retail availability. Jackson Group Peterbilt also utilizes PACCAR Parts technologies such as eCommerce and Managed Dealer Inventory (MDI).

“This award is a tribute to the hard work of our parts and service sales teams. Their efforts, in collaboration with PACCAR Parts programs such as Fleet Services, eCommerce and TRP, enable us to better serve our customers,” said Blake Jackson, President and CEO, Jackson Group Peterbilt.

The TRP All-Makes Dealer of the Year award recognizes the Peterbilt dealer that provides the best support for the TRP brand. The TRP All-Makes Dealer of the Year was awarded to Peterbilt Manitoba. In 2020, the group performed strongly with sales and retail availability. The dealer’s focus on leveraging PACCAR Parts eCommerce platform, Online Parts Counter (OPC), makes it easy for customers to order parts when it is convenient for them.

“We are honored to be recognized for growing the all-makes business. The TRP brand helps us expand into new markets and maximize UPTIME for all our customers,” said Doug Danylchuk, Dealer Principle, Peterbilt of Manitoba.

“PACCAR Parts is committed to exceeding customer expectations and maximizing their uptime. The strong partnership we have with the entire Peterbilt dealer network helps us achieve our top priority,” said Chris Scheel, PACCAR Parts senior director of marketing.

About PACCAR Parts:

PACCAR Parts drives uptime for fleets of all sizes with industry-leading products, services and customer support. PACCAR Parts operates a global network of 18 parts distribution centers that offer aftermarket parts sales support to DAF, Kenworth and Peterbilt dealerships and TRP stores around the world. PACCAR Parts distributes quality products under the DAF, Kenworth, Peterbilt, PACCAR Genuine and TRP brands for all makes of trucks, trailers, buses and engines, as well as select OEM and aftermarket brands from around the world. Regardless of the make, model or age of the truck, PACCAR Parts takes pride in providing quality brands that exceed customer expectations. For more information, visit PACCARParts.com.

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RENTON, Wash., (February 25, 2021) – PACCAR Parts awarded dealers for outstanding performance at this month’s virtual Kenworth Dealer Meeting. Awards were given for parts and service excellence and top TRP performance. These dealers demonstrated exceptional overall growth and fleet support, increased sales staff, delivered industry-leading retail availability and invested in facilities, equipment and people to ensure the highest levels of customer service that drive uptime.

“PACCAR Parts is proud to recognize these top-performing dealers,” said David Danforth, PACCAR Parts general manager and PACCAR vice president. “Through their dedication, they strengthen the expanding dealer network and contribute to maximizing uptime for our customers.”

The 2020 Kenworth Parts and Service Dealer of the Year award was presented to Palmer Trucks/Kenworth of Indianapolis. This dealer demonstrated excellent parts growth, invested in training and equipment and provided exceptional retail availability. Palmer successfully leverages PACCAR Parts technologies such as eCommerce and Managed Dealer Inventory (MDI) and has a tireless commitment to customer satisfaction.

“We prioritize the needs of our customers to help them achieve maximum uptime. We are able to accomplish that goal through our partnership with PACCAR Parts and by utilizing programs such as Fleet Services, eCommerce and TRP,” said Scott Nichols, Palmer Trucks president.

The TRP All-Makes Dealer of the Year award recognizes the Kenworth dealer that provides the best support for the TRP brand. The TRP All-Makes Dealer of the Year was awarded to Papé Kenworth. In 2020, Papé significantly elevated the TRP brand with exceptional sales and retail availability, operating two independent TRP stores and enhancing service to all-makes truck, trailer and bus customers.

“We are honored to have been selected as the dealer of the year. This award is a reflection of our hard-working, knowledgeable and well-trained sales staff who are dedicated to serving our customers and providing the highest levels of service excellence,” said David Laird, Papé Kenworth president.

“PACCAR Parts and the Kenworth dealer network work relentlessly to exceed customer expectations. Our collective focus is on ensuring we have the right products, programs, facilities and capacity to ensure customers trucks stay on the road,” said Chris Scheel, PACCAR Parts senior director of marketing.

About PACCAR Parts:

PACCAR Parts drives uptime for fleets of all sizes with industry-leading products, services and customer support. PACCAR Parts operates a global network of 18 parts distribution centers that offer aftermarket parts sales support to DAF, Kenworth and Peterbilt dealerships and TRP stores around the world. PACCAR Parts distributes quality products under the DAF, Kenworth, Peterbilt, PACCAR Genuine and TRP brands for all makes of trucks, trailers, buses and engines, as well as select OEM and aftermarket brands from around the world. Regardless of the make, model or age of the truck, PACCAR Parts takes pride in providing quality brands that exceed customer expectations. For more information, visit PACCARParts.com.

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RENTON, Wash., (February 25, 2021) – PACCAR Parts is a proud participant of Hiring Our Heroes (HOH), a program hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to help veterans, transitioning service members and military spouses find meaningful employment.

As a Corporate Fellowship employer, PACCAR Parts is hosting five Hiring Our Heroes fellows in the first quarter of 2021. The fellowship program works with participating companies to carefully match fellows who will undergo a 12-week program with on-the-job training, networking events and weekly educational sessions.

Since 2017, PACCAR Parts has hired 16 Hiring Our Heroes participants into full-time positions. “PACCAR Parts understands what an HOH fellow brings to the table. We can make an immediate, positive impact on the team we work with, which often translates into enhanced team success. PACCAR Parts has provided me with a second career that is much more than just a job,” said Mike Udell, PACCAR Parts sales manager and former Hiring Our Heroes fellow.

“PACCAR Parts truly understands our mission of offering a fellowship that leads to a new career with the company. The Corporate Fellowship Program Northwest began in 2015 and for the last six years, PACCAR Parts has hosted, hired and retained fellows at an incredible rate, making it a Top 3 ‘Veteran Ready’ employer,” said Rob Comer, senior fellowship program manager, Hiring Our Heroes.

“Veterans have hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and a greater appreciation for the diverse nature of our globalized economy. That knowledge and experience, combined with strong interpersonal and leadership skills, are examples of what PACCAR Parts is looking for when recruiting new hires,” said Maegan Ortega, PACCAR Parts director of human resources. “It is one of the many reasons why the Hiring Our Heroes program has been successful at PACCAR Parts.”

About PACCAR Parts:

PACCAR Parts drives uptime for fleets of all sizes with industry-leading products, services and customer support. PACCAR Parts operates a global network of 18 parts distribution centers that offer aftermarket parts sales support to DAF, Kenworth and Peterbilt dealerships and TRP stores around the world. PACCAR Parts distributes quality products under the DAF, Kenworth, Peterbilt, PACCAR Genuine and TRP brands for all makes of trucks, trailers, buses and engines, as well as select OEM and aftermarket brands from around the world. Regardless of the make, model or age of the truck, PACCAR Parts takes pride in providing quality brands that exceed customer expectations. For more information, visit PACCARParts.com.

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RENTON, Wash., (February 4, 2021) – PACCAR Parts is proud to announce the 2021 Peterbilt Parts Council. The council partners with PACCAR Parts to empower Peterbilt dealerships across the United States and Canada to pursue successful business development opportunities. Through this collaboration, PACCAR Parts and the council maximize customer uptime and provide the highest quality customer service.

“The Peterbilt Parts Council includes outstanding parts sales, operations and marketing professionals from Peterbilt dealerships throughout the United States and Canada,” said Danny Landholm, Peterbilt national sales manager, PACCAR Parts. “The council’s focus this year will be on optimizing existing programs and services and identifying new, innovative ways to maximize uptime for Peterbilt customers.”

The members of the 2021 council are: Chairman – Mike Beeghly, The Peterbilt Store (Richmond, VA); Ryan Saner, The Larson Group (Strafford, MO); Lee Anderson, Jackson Group Peterbilt (Salt Lake City, UT); Derek Lanahan, Rush Peterbilt Truck Center (Oklahoma City, OK); Mike Warburton, Doonan Peterbilt (Great Bend, KS); Whitt Michael, Rush Enterprises (New Braunfels, TX); Brandan Cobb, Hunter Peterbilt (Pittsburgh, PA); Howie Poirier, Cervus Equipment Peterbilt (Stoney Creek, ON); and Brent Lawrence, Stahl Peterbilt (Edmonton, AB).

“The strong partnership between PACCAR Parts and the Peterbilt Parts Council allows us to better understand the needs of the dealers and their customers,” said David Danforth, PACCAR Parts general manager and PACCAR vice president. “The collaboration is an essential part of providing industry-leading uptime and customer service.”

About PACCAR Parts:

PACCAR Parts drives uptime for fleets of all sizes with industry-leading products, services and customer support. PACCAR Parts operates a global network of 18 parts distribution centers that offer aftermarket parts sales support to DAF, Kenworth and Peterbilt dealerships and TRP stores around the world. PACCAR Parts distributes quality products under the DAF, Kenworth, Peterbilt, PACCAR Genuine and TRP brands for all makes of trucks, trailers, buses and engines, as well as select OEM and aftermarket brands from around the world. Regardless of the make, model or age of the truck, PACCAR Parts takes pride in providing quality brands that exceed customer expectations. For more information, visit PACCARParts.com.

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