Mark Fritcha, Corporate Sales Manager for Light Duty Vehicles at Stoops reports, “The Glacier King -20° has exceeded our expectations for pulling down to temperature, holding -20° F on days of 90 degrees plus F ambient temperatures.  We knew that if we met the -20° degree goal, we would exceed all fresh refrigerated and light frozen applications requirements and customer expectations.  Businesses and fleets will clearly see value in the reliability and durability this vehicle provides.  We are confident this new Sprinter from Stoops Freightliner will provide a temperature controlled cargo solution for a broad range of customers.”

The product is fully differentiated from other high value and temperature controlled Sprinter vans.  Jeff Jones at Stoops Freightliner Fort Wayne has provided the market these specialty vans with sleeper berths.  Jeff adds, “We really wanted to take what we developed for the high value temperature controlled load cells and use it for a full cargo area payload.  It’s all about Specialty trucks that provide best in class operating criteria in fuel economy, payload, temperature control and vehicle operating expense.  These product attributes drive customer profits.  We now have this with the Glacier King -20° and in a variety of other Sprinter models.”  Stoops Freightliner provides this total vehicle solution with a unique load cell insulation package in concert with the Thermo King V520RT unit.  The vehicle has been validated at 100 degrees F to -20 degrees in the cargo compartment.  Customer requests are requesting multi-temperature compartments, electric standby/shore power, heat capability and unique shelving packages all which are available from Stoops Freightliner.

Stoops Freightliner – Quality Trailer is one of the largest dealers in North America with seven locations in both Indiana and Ohio.  Stoops offers a complete line of Freightliner, Sprinter and Western Star products in addition to selling new and used trailers.  Its portfolio of products and services includes truck and trailer sales, parts and service and collision repair.  More information on Stoops Freightliner’s products and services is available at www.stoops.com.    

Contact Information:

Mark Fritcha

800.899.1533  Ext. 5314

Mark.Fritcha@stoops.com

Based on its successful line of SST Conversions on the Freightliner Columbia, the new SST100IS1RN is designed specifically for temperature validated reefer applications on the new Freightliner Cascadia. The custom integrated sleeper roof is notched to accommodate both Carrier and Thermo King Refrigeration units to be installed above the sleeper for highly specialized climate control applications. This type of overhead mounted reefer unit avoids maintenance problems and excessive costs that are associated with the under mount reefer units that are common in this type of truck.

This innovative new roof was designed to reduce aero drag by raising the roof line of the sleeper to match the van body.  This improvement significantly reduces the frontal area and will result in improved fuel economy through aerodynamic efficiency. The new design results in a product with OEM styling and superior fit and finish. Some of the features include the VuQube® Satellite TV Receiver and the Qualcom mounted securely inside the roof structure to further reduce aero drag and risk of damage to these components. Aerodynamic side panels that direct the air flow around the reefer unit can be easily removed for servicing. Another industry leading standard feature is the new Onan Hybrid Generator system that manages the power requirements for the driver for addition savings on fuel and maintenance.

These new trucks will feature the fuel efficient DD13®  engine from Detroit Diesel equipped with BlueTec® and also CARB Certified Clean Idle. This new technology has been thoroughly tested and proven reliable through millions of miles of driving with over 13,000 of these engines on the road today. This new engine has a recommended oil drain interval of 50,000 miles in this application with a B-50 life of over 1,000,000 miles.

Stoops Specialty Trucks will continue to offer the larger SST130 and SST150 sleeper conversions to all of our customers in various configurations as tractors and straight trucks. These conversions are available on the Cascadia CA125 as well as the new Coronado. Targeted to husband and wife teams, upscale features such as bigger beds, larger refrigerators, auxiliary power units and shower/toilet accommodations are offered. The SST Conversions are designed to offer spacious and luxurious accommodations in a lightweight package.

For more information, visit http://sst100.com.

Contact:

Jeff Jones

jeff.jones@stoops.com

(260) 748-2616

You and your guests are invited to attend the Alliance Pit Stop Tour that will be hosted by Stoops Freightliner in Anderson, Indiana.  This exciting event will be held Monday, June 27^th from 10AM – 4PM.  We are looking forward to you stopping by to experience the No. 12 Dodge Challenger driven by Sam Hornish Jr. in the Nationwide Series. In addition to give-a-ways, there will be photos, games and food.  We are looking forward to your attendance.

Thanks!!

Owner, Jeff Stoops feels this is an important sales and marketing tool. ““Stoops the Magazine” complements our overall advertising strategy and solidifies the Stoops brand with current customers and creates new sales opportunities for our truck and trailer salespeople and service teams.”  “Stoops the Magazine” will create a new source for serious buyers looking for quality equipment, financing and service.  “I encourage all trucking industry personnel to pick up a copy at one of our dealerships or download the magazine today at Stoops.com”, said Mr. Stoops.

Stoops the Magazine plans to reach over 20,000 individuals with each issue through complimentary distribution via mail, email, the Stoops dealer network and downloads from its website, www.stoops.com.   The magazine will be published bi-monthly and the initial response from customers, advertisers and Stoops employees has been very positive.  The target readers of Stoops the Magazine are owner operators and key decision makers at fleets who specify service and equipment purchases.  “The average equipment age combined with steady freight levels makes this an opportune time to showcase our inventory and services”, explains Stoops Used Truck Manager, Al Rock.  “We are confident this venture is a win for both Stoops and our customers.”  “Stoops the Magazine” will debut at the 2011 Mid-American Truck Show in Louisville, Kentucky on March 31st.

About Stoops Freightliner – Quality Trailer

Stoops Freightliner is one of the largest dealers in North America with six locations in both Indiana and Ohio.  Stoops offers a complete line of Freightliner, Sprinter and Western Star products in addition to selling new and used trailers such as Wabash and Timpte.  Its portfolio of products and services includes truck and trailer sales, parts and service and collision repair.  More information on Stoops Freightliner’s products and services is available at www.stoops.com.

For more information

www.stoops.com
Shane Crook at (800) 899-1533
E-mail at shane.crook@stoops.com

This innovative new roof was designed to reduce aero drag by raising the roof line of the sleeper to match the van body.  This improvement significantly reduces the frontal area and will result in improved fuel economy through aerodynamic efficiency. The new design results in a product with OEM styling and superior fit and finish. Some of the features include the VuQube® Satellite TV Receiver and the Qualcom mounted securely inside the roof structure to further reduce aero drag and risk of damage to these components. Aerodynamic side panels that direct the air flow around the reefer unit can be easily removed for servicing.

Stoops Specialty Trucks has partnered with Don Bentz of Bolt Custom Trucks and Manufacturing in Fort Wayne to manufacture this exclusive line of fully integrated custom sleepers. According to SST Sales Manager, Jeff Jones, this program was developed in response to market demand for larger, fully integrated, aerodynamic upscale sleepers on Class 8 straight trucks. “In addition to increased fuel economy, we were able to increase storage space while significantly increasing the strength of the roof. We are also working on our new ‘upper bunk’ option to be released later this year,” says Jones.

These new trucks will feature the new fuel efficient DD13®  from Detroit Diesel equipped with BlueTec® and also CARB Certified Clean Idle. This new technology has been thoroughly tested and proven reliable through millions of miles of driving with over 13,000 of these engines on the road today. This new engine has a recommended oil drain interval of 50,000 miles in this application with a B-50 life of 1,000,000 miles. The new chassis has the added benefit of compliance with Federal EPA Smartway guidelines as many shippers and carriers in the industry have requested.

Stoops Specialty Trucks will continue to offer the larger SST130 and SST150 sleeper conversions to all of our customers in various configurations as tractors and straight trucks. These conversions are available on the Cascadia CA125 as well as the new Coronado. Targeted to husband and wife teams, upscale features such as bigger beds, larger refrigerators, auxiliary power units and shower/toilet accommodations are offered. The SST Conversions are designed to offer spacious and luxurious accommodations in a lightweight package.

For more information, visit http://sst100.com.

Contact:

Jeff Jones

jeff.jones@stoops.com

(260) 748-2616

Stoops Freightliner - Quality Trailer saves your fleet time and money on all your van, trailer refrigeration and Timpte hopper repairs for our Indiana and Ohio customers in places like Indianapolis, Indiana and Lima, Ohio.

In addition to your equipment purchases, bring your hopper or trailer in to Stoops Freightliner - Quality Trailer for all makes and model trailer repair service on all brands of trailers such as Timpte axle trailers and Timpte hoppers, Transcraft, East and Wabash trailers.  Stoops has the mechanics, capacity and expertise to handle any semi trailer or hopper repair job from routine maintenance to major wreck restorations. Our certified trailer repair technicians do it right the first time.

Choose Stoops Freightliner - Quaility Trailer today for the most complete tractor trailer repair service in the Midwest:

• ·         Stoops Freightliner - Quality Trailer has the repair shop facilities and personnel to support any size commercial fleet or type of equipment including refrigerated trailers, vans, flatbeds and Timpte hoppers
• ·         Our experienced team specializes in large, complex trailer repair jobs including trailer body work
• ·         Commercial fabrication and specialty services are no problem for the trailer and hopper mechanics at Stoops Freightliner - Quality Trailer
• ·         Our Mobile PM Service saves your fleet valuable time and money on all of your tractor trailer and hopper repair needs
• ·         Convenient semi trailer repair estimates at our facility or the customer's trailer yard

With one of the most extensive and complete trailer parts inventories in the Midwest, Indiana and Ohio customers choose Stoops Freightliner - Quality Trailer when they require quality trailer parts for their Wabash, East, Transcraft, and Timpte grain hoppers.

Our experienced counter people will help you select the correct parts and accessories for your trailer, flatbed, reefer, van or Timpte hopper.  Stoops Freightliner - Quality Trailer has lift gates, suspension equipment, dollies, and fifth wheels available for pickup and delivery.  We are near you and available for emergency breakdown situations or routine trailer repairs and maintenance in Indiana and Ohio.

Choose Stoops Freightliner - Quality Trailer for fast and easy access to the trailer parts you need.  Please call your local Stoops location to check the availability of the Wabash, East, Transcraft and Timpte trailer parts you need to keep your highway freight business moving.

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Stoops Freightliner is one of the largest dealers in North America with six locations in both Indiana and Ohio.  Stoops offers a complete line of Freightliner, Sprinter, Sterling and Western Star products in addition to selling new and used trailers.  Its portfolio of products and services includes truck and trailer sales, parts and service and collision repair.  More information on Stoops Freightliner’s products and services is available at www.stoops.com.    

 The following information details information about our school bus service including:

Competitive Service That Minimizes Your Fleet’s Downtime

The Stoops Freightliner – Quality Trailer service program is designed to minimize downtime by providing the service you need as quickly as possible and getting the keys back in your driver’s hands.  We offer expert service from our best technicians to ensure your buses run at peak performance.

All Makes All Models Service Capabilities and Paint and Body Shop

Stoops Freightliner has the commercial bus expertise and parts to perform general and warranty repairs on all types of school buses and related vehicles.  We service any school district in the metro areas near our Stoops locations.  We also have a full service body shop and paint booth to repair any cosmetic or structural bus damage.

School Bus Service When and Where You Need It

Stoops Freightliner – Quality Trailer has convenient hours and locations that are close to school districts throughout Indiana and Ohio.  Call Stoops Service @ Indianapolis 888-786-6777  or Anderson, Indiana 800-515-2393 to schedule your service today.

Our Sprinter van sales consultants at Stoops Freightliner - Quality Trailer can demonstrate its generous cargo space of 13-1/2 feet (4.1 m) that allows van expediters to transport up to three 48 x 48 in (1.22 x 1.22 m) pallets. A Sprinter van driver can easily haul up to 3000 lbs (1360 kg) of cargo. Freightliner Sprinter cargo vans from Stoops Freightliner provide cost savings and efficiencies when compared to traditional vans or trucks. Fleets and drivers in Indiana and Ohio choose Sprinter vans because they are larger, more aerodynamic and more fuel-efficient.  We offer complete Sprinter warranty repairs and maintenance including oil changes at our Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Dayton locations.

Additional Freightliner Sprinter Van Applications and Uses:

• Sprinter Limousines
• Pinnacle Shuttle Buses
• Luxury Van Conversions
• Mobile Offices / Command Centers
• ADA Compliant Mobility Transportation Vans
• Expeditor Vans With or Without Living Areas
• Class "B" Van Motor Homes and Class "C" Motor Homes
• Refrigerated and Heated Van Cab Chassis with 15' Bodies
• Shuttle Buses For Airports, Casinos, Hotels, Groups and Organizations
• Special event transportation (golf vans, volunteer transportation, university)

Does the Best In Class space, efficiency and safety of the new Freightliner Sprinter match your delivery van needs? Contact Stoops Freightliner - Quality Trailer today to speak with a qualified Sprinter sales consultant or CLICK HERE to view our inventory.

"At Stoops, we understand the needs of our local farmers who must have dependable equipment to harvest their crops" remarks Mark Hall, Trailer Sales Manager at Stoops Freightliner. "Unplanned transportation and hopper expenditures can impact the bottom line of Indiana farmers.  Now is a great time for ag growers to work with our sales and service teams to upgrade their hoppers and perform routine maintenance at price levels that reflect the current economic climate."

For the upcoming planting, growing and harvesting season, Stoops Freightliner Quality Trailer will be responding to the challenges facing the agriculture industry in Indiana.  This program includes a complete selection of Timpte hoppers and transport equipment, a full range of maintenance services in addition to multiple purchasing and financing options.  Contact your nearest Stoops location to learn more about this program or call our program hotline at 317.916.6586.

Mention Promo Code #SC-FARM2 and receive:

• Preferred Farmer Pricing On New 2011 Timpte Hoppers
• $100 Stoops Parts & Service Credit Upon Delivery of a New or Used Hopper
• Pair of Stoops/Timpte Harvest Gloves Upon Delivery of a New or Used Hopper
• Priority Access To Used Hopper Inventory at Our Six Locations

Stoops Freightliner is one of the largest dealers in North America with six locations in both Indiana and Ohio.  Stoops offers a complete line of Freightliner, Sprinter, Timpte and Western Star Products in addition to selling new and used hoppers.  Its portfolio of products and services includes truck and trailer sales, parts and service and collision repair.  More information on Stoops Freightliner’s products and services is available at www.stoops.com.

"The New Haven, Indiana location will be recognized for the unprecedented capabilities we can now offer our customers" remarks Jeff Stoops, Owner of Stoops Freightliner. "Even more important is that each feature of our location was designed with the customer in mind.  Our goal is to continuously listen to the owner operators and fleets that support us and in turn, build our locations and services around the feedback we receive.  We have definitely accomplished that goal here in Northeast Indiana.”

Conveniently located at the intersection of I-469 and US30, the familiar services of Stoops Freightliner are all available from the New Haven team from truck sales and parts to the well recognized Express Assessment service program.  Getting your equipment in for service is fast and easy due to the 26 bays available for commercial repair, Sprinter service, truck wash, oil change service and more.  There is a large classroom and in-shop service library with internet access to ensure technicians have access to the latest repair protocols available in both print and on the internet.  Truckers are afforded their own HDTV lounge, Wi-Fi, private showers and laundry facilities while families with recreational vehicles wait in the comfort of a separate relaxation space. 

Numerous “green” features are incorporated throughout the location.  Recycled road paving was used to complete the base of the parking lot and motion control sensors reduce office lighting consumption.  The key example of efficiency is the shop floor heating system. The shop temperature is maintained by radiant floor heat that is produced using reclaimed petroleum products.  A 10,000 gallon tank stores fuel for use during colder months.

Equipment owners of all makes, the local business community and fans of the Stoops and Freightliner brands are all encouraged to become familiar with the new facility and team in Fort Wayne.  Stoops has a large selection of new and used trucks, trailers, and service options available to keep your business moving.  Call 800.456.8782 today to speak to the commercial equipment experts at Stoops.

Stoops Freightliner is one of the largest dealers in North America with six locations in both Indiana and Ohio.  Stoops offers a complete line of Freightliner, Sprinter, and Western Star products in addition to selling new and used trailers like Timpte, Wabash and East.  Its portfolio of products and services includes truck and trailer sales, parts and service and collision repair.  More information on Stoops Freightliner’s products and services is available at www.stoops.com.