RENTON, Wash., (February 11, 2022) – TRP, PACCAR Parts’ exclusive brand of aftermarket parts for all makes and models of trucks, trailers and buses, celebrates the expansion of its retail store network with the grand opening of the 250^th TRP store.

Operated by Dobbs Truck Group – Peterbilt, TRP Jackson is the first TRP store location for the dealer group and the first TRP store to open in Tennessee. TRP Jackson offers customers a wide selection of quality parts supported by trained professionals with expertise in medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. In addition to providing outstanding parts availability, the TRP Jackson store includes four service bays to maximize customer uptime.

“Dobbs Truck Group is excited to expand our parts and service customer support with the opening of TRP Jackson. The new location dramatically improves our ability to provide parts and service support to all-makes customers,” said Mike Clark, Dobbs Truck Group chief executive officer. “In addition, it is an honor to be the 250^th worldwide TRP location. We value our partnership with PACCAR Parts as we expand capacity to support our customers.”

Since the first TRP store opened in Europe in 2013, the store network has expanded to 40 countries to better serve customers worldwide.

“We are proud to celebrate the milestone 250^th global TRP store,” said David Danforth, PACCAR Parts general manager and PACCAR vice president.  “TRP stores are trusted in the industry to keep trucks on the road with trained service experts and offer a superior selection of quality all-makes replacement parts. Our products exceed customer expectations for quality and value and are backed by an industry-leading nationwide warranty.”

TRP offers unparalleled parts availability, including more than 154,000 parts numbers for customers through PACCAR Parts’ network of 18 state-of-the-art parts distribution centers around the world. With the opening of new stores such as TRP Jackson, more customers in more countries can rely on TRP stores and TRP products to support their all-makes parts and service needs.

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., (November 29, 2021) – PACCAR Parts has earned the official 2022 Military Friendly® Employer designation. The award is based on PACCAR Parts’ efforts to provide rewarding career paths for veterans and by building strong partnerships with organizations like Hiring Our Heroes, a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

Organizations earning the Military Friendly® Employer designation were evaluated using public data sources and proprietary survey responses. Over a thousand companies participated in the 2022 Military Friendly® survey, which focused on the organization’s ability to meet the criteria for new hire retention, employee turnover, and promotion and advancement of veterans and military employees.

“We are proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly® Employer,” said Wibo de Booij, PACCAR Parts director of human resources. “We value veterans’ experience with cutting-edge technology and their appreciation for the diverse nature of our globalized economy. That knowledge and experience, combined with strong interpersonal and leadership skills, are strengths that we are looking for in new employees.”

“Companies earning the Military Friendly® Employer designation create and elevate the standard for military programs across the globe. They have invested in substantive programs to recruit, retain and advance the veterans and service members within their organizations,” said Kayla Lopez, Military Friendly®, director of military partnerships. “To them, hiring veterans and service members is more than just the right thing to do, it makes good business sense.”

PACCAR Parts will be showcased along with other 2022 Military Friendly® Employers in the December issue of G.I. Jobs® magazine and on MilitaryFriendly.com

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.

About Military Friendly® Employers:

Military Friendly® is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort, and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefits for the military community. Over 1,500 organizations compete annually for Military Friendly® designation. Military Friendly® ratings are owned by VIQTORY, Inc., a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business. VIQTORY is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense or the federal government. Results are produced via a rules-based algorithm. The data-driven Military Friendly® lists and methodology can be found at https://www.militaryfriendly.com/mfcguide/.

About VIQTORY:

Founded in 2001, VIQTORY is a service- disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) that connects the military community to civilian employment, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities through its owned assets such as Military Spouse Magazine®, G.I. Jobs ® and Military Friendly® brands. VIQTORY and its brands are not a part of or endorsed by the U.S. Dept of Defense or any federal government entity. Learn more about VIQTORY at www.Viqtory.com.

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RENTON, Wash., (November 16, 2021) – PACCAR Parts and Peterbilt Motors Company held the virtual 2021 ACCELERATE Your Success Parts and Service Meeting October 19-20. The two-day meeting provided training and discussion opportunities among Peterbilt dealers, PACCAR Parts, Peterbilt Motors and PACCAR Parts suppliers.

The meeting included an awards ceremony recognizing dealer achievements and performance. Award criteria was based on sales growth, parts purchase growth, absorption, PACCAR MX Engine technician staffing, participation in customer support programs and efforts to maximize customer uptime.

“These dealerships exemplify how parts and service work together to deliver uptime support to our customers,” said David Danforth, PACCAR vice president and PACCAR Parts general manager. “They consistently exceed goals by performing at the highest levels.”

The following awards were presented to Peterbilt dealerships:

The Fleet Services Dealer of the Year winner was awarded to TLG Peterbilt for their outstanding support and participation in the PACCAR Parts Fleet Services program.

The TRP and Special Markets Dealer of the Year was given to Coast Counties Peterbilt. They increased their TRP growth and demonstrated their commitment to utilizing eCommerce.

Peterbilt of Atlanta was recognized as the Technology Dealer of the Year for their exceptional growth year-to-date and their use of several key PACCAR Parts technology applications, including the eCommerce tool, Online Parts Counter (OPC).

The final award given at the meeting was for PACCAR Parts and Peterbilt Motors UPTIME Dealer of the Year. This award recognized Jackson Group Peterbilt, whose commitment to parts and service programs delivers industry-leading uptime to their customers.

“This meeting was a unique opportunity for collaboration between PACCAR Parts and Peterbilt,” said Danny Landholm, PACCAR Parts national sales manager – Peterbilt. “We were able to work together to develop strategies to grow our business and drive customer uptime.”

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., (November 16, 2021) – PACCAR Parts and Kenworth Truck Company held the virtual 2021 ACCELERATE Your Success Parts and Service Meeting October 21-22. The two-day meeting provided training and discussion opportunities among Kenworth dealers, PACCAR Parts, Kenworth Truck Company and PACCAR Parts suppliers.

The meeting included an awards ceremony recognizing dealer achievements and performance. Award criteria was based on sales growth, parts purchase growth, absorption, PACCAR MX Engine technician staffing, participation in customer support programs and efforts to maximize customer uptime.

“These dealerships exemplify how parts and service work together to deliver uptime support to our customers,” said David Danforth, PACCAR vice president and PACCAR Parts general manager. “They continuously exceed goals by performing at the highest levels.”

The following awards were presented to Kenworth dealerships:

The Fleet Services Dealer of the Year winner was awarded to Palmer Trucks for their support of key fleets and their impressive fleet services growth.

The TRP and Special Markets Dealer of the Year was given to Gabrielli Truck Sales. The dealer increased sales to the bus segment, employs dedicated bus sales personnel and is active in PACCAR Parts’ port initiatives.

Wallwork Kenworth was recognized as the Technology Dealer of the Year for their use of several key PACCAR Parts technology applications, including the eCommerce tool, Online Parts Counter (OPC).

The final award given at the meeting was for PACCAR Parts Uptime Dealer of the Year. It was awarded to CIT Trucks, who were recognized for their commitment to delivering parts and service programs that resulted in industry-leading uptime for their customers.

“The meeting provided dealers with new knowledge and skills that will empower them to grow their retail business and drive customer uptime,” said Brad Johnson, PACCAR Parts national sales manager – Kenworth.

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., (October 25, 2021) – PACCAR Parts is proud to be recognized as a 2021 “Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation” by the Women In Trucking Association (WIT). It is the third year in a row PACCAR Parts has received this honor.

“We are committed to being a world-class example of diversity and inclusion,” said David Danforth, PACCAR Parts general manager and PACCAR vice president. “We are developing talent to increase diversity in leadership roles within our company.”

PACCAR Parts is one of nearly 100 companies that employees and business partners voted on to determine this year’s honorees. Criteria for consideration of this recognition were based on corporate culture, career advancement, training, continued education and professional development and competitive compensation. PACCAR Parts demonstrates its commitment to equitable growth through the company’s Diversity Council, Mentorship Program and PACCAR Women’s Association. The Diversity Council was formed in 2016 to help cultivate an environment that fosters creativity, productivity, and mutual respect, and through engagement in diversity outreach and recruiting. The Mentorship Program launched in early 2021 to encourage professional and personal development. The PACCAR Women’s Association provides resources through education, networking and mentoring.

“Workplace diversity is championed through professional development, leadership opportunities, mentorship programs and community outreach. Our engagement with Women In Trucking enhances those efforts,” Brooke Vasquez, 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., (October 11, 2021) – PACCAR Parts, the global leader in parts distribution and customer support for heavy- and medium-duty commercial vehicles, recognizes Horton Inc. as the 2020 Supplier of the Year for North America. PACCAR Parts’ Supplier of the Year Award recognizes suppliers who demonstrate excellence in operational efficiency, retail sales growth, parts availability, cost management and program support.

“Horton is extremely customer-focused and goes above and beyond to make sure every customer is satisfied with their product,” said Peter Ahrens, PACCAR Parts director of product marketing. “Horton seeks feedback from us at the time a product is being developed to ensure our voice is heard and customers receive the best product in the market.”

Horton was awarded for strong on-time shipping performance, exceptional sales support efforts, training and providing significant value to the Kenworth, Peterbilt and TRP dealer network.

“The 2020 Supplier of the Year Award is a direct reflection of the hard work and commitment of our associates to provide superior products and outstanding customer service,” said Cordell Dietz, Horton CEO and president. “We are extremely humbled and grateful to be a recipient of this award and we are proud of our partnership.”

“Horton is a proactive supplier. They always engage PACCAR Parts with options to improve product offerings to customers and provide excellent aftermarket solutions. We value our strong collaborative partnership with Horton,” said David Danforth, PACCAR Parts general manager and PACCAR vice president.

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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From left to right: Peter Ahrens, PACCAR Parts director of product marketing, Terryl Gilberstadt, Horton vice chairwoman & corporate secretary, Cordell Dietz, Horton president and CEO, and Jesus Cota, PACCAR Parts senior product director.

RENTON, Wash., (July 1, 2021) – TRP is releasing new TRP Leaf Springs to join its growing product line of suspension parts for all makes of trucks, buses and trailers. TRP Leaf Springs are manufactured to meet and exceed industry standards and are made with the highest quality steel and components.

TRP Leaf Springs are lightweight, provide a smooth ride and are built to ensure maximum quality for customers. TRP’s line of leaf springs is made in North America and includes more than 75 all-makes part numbers. TRP Leaf Springs are produced from alloyed steel that is formed, forged, threaded or heat-treated for a variety of applications.

“We are proud to add the TRP Leaf Springs to the broad portfolio of TRP products we provide to our customers. We continuously look for ways to enhance the TRP brand with superior parts and industry-leading availability,” said Chris Scheel, PACCAR Parts senior director of marketing. “The new line of TRP Leaf Springs is a great addition to our current suspension offerings.”

All TRP products come with a two-year nationwide warranty. Customers can choose from over 130,000 part numbers across more than 100 product lines available through a network of 2,265 authorized retailers worldwide. For more information, visit www.trpparts.com.

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., (May 20, 2021) – TRP is introducing new TRP All-Makes Drag Links to its growing product line. TRP Drag Links are precision engineered to provide a direct fit to keep the vehicle’s steering system in optimal condition.

TRP Drag Links are built with high-quality materials, including polyurethane grease boots with metal rings that prevent contaminants from entering the ends, which leads to premature failure. There is also a larger complete steel bearing, which extends life and creates optimal working load distribution between the sphere and bearing. TRP Drag Links are available for a wide range of applications with fixed and clamped ends.

“TRP products exceed customer expectations for quality and value and are backed by an industry-leading warranty and nationwide availability,” said Chris Scheel, senior director of marketing.

Currently, there are over 130,000 part numbers across more than 80 product lines available through TRP’s network of more than 2,250 authorized retailers worldwide. For more information, visit www.trpparts.com.



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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