Draft:FleetPride

FleetPride is a private equity owned, multi-state independent distributor of heavy duty truck and trailer parts and services, headquartered in Irving, TX. As of 2023, FleetPride company-owned network spans across 46 states with 300+ locations, including 85+ service centers, and 5 distribution centers.

History
The company began with 49 independently owned and managed parts stores and service shops in 1999-2000, when private equity firms Aurora Capital and Brentwood Associates merged businesses. Over the course of 23 years, the company experienced nationwide expansion through mergers and acquisitions.

Kevin Weadick was appointed Chief Executive Officer on April 10, 2023.

Business
Supporting the medium and heavy duty industry, FleetPride offers e-Commerce, aftermarket parts sales, and truck service centers.

==== eCommerce ==== FleetPride launched its e-Commerce site in 2021 in order to provide heavy duty Class 6-8 parts in a timely manner. There are currently over 1 million parts on FleetPride.com, with the number continuing to grow. The distribution of these parts is supported by five distribution centers.

==== Part Sales ==== FleetPride offers over a million heavy duty parts from trusted brands, including late-model and difficult to find parts. Branch locations span across 46 states.

==== Service Centers ==== With the employment of over 600 technicians as of 2023, FleetPride offers tools, technology, and personalized employee training for all makes, all models of Class 6-8 trucks, including Blue Bird, Ford, Freightliner, Hino, International, Kenworth, Mack, Peterbilt, and Western Star.

Major services include drive-in services, transmissions & differentials, spring shop, inspections, engine repair, driveline & flywheel, fluid power/hydraulics systems, and other services.