Spartan Chassis Displays Brand Extensions and Announces Customer "First" Care
27 Noviembre 2012 - 7:30AM
Spartan Chassis, a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc.
(Nasdaq:SPAR), made a series of announcements at the RVIA National
RV Trade Show in Louisville, KY which highlight recent progress and
define the Company's strategic intent. With over $8 Billion in
annual revenue, the North American RV industry represents a core
market with strong growth opportunity for Spartan Motors, Inc. and
a strategic reset for Spartan Chassis.
Innovation
- High Output/Performance Front Engine Concept Chassis: Code
named the Extol and powered by an 8.8 Liter gas engine that offers
430 HP and 512 lb.-ft. of torque (@3400 RPM). This Spartan-branded
engine offers a sizable performance improvement over current Class
A gas offerings in the market today. This brand extension is
uniquely positioned to target the growth segments in the Class A
market.
- High Performance / Low Cost Concept Chassis: Code named the
Revel, this Class A body-on-frame design utilizes a low cab forward
chassis architecture and enables the RV OEMs to realize up to 13%
of additional living space. Powered by a 6.0 Liter gas engine with
an established performance record, and an optional Allison 1000
series transmission, this brand extension can re-establish the
value equation at the low end of the Class A market.
- Redefining Next Generation Ride and Handing: A new Compression
Fluid Strut (CFS) that offers reduced response time and greater
damping power than a hydro pneumatic system. Spartan is
exploring this as an option on all Spartan Chassis.
"The journey or getting there is just as important as being
there," said Tom Gorman, Chief Operating Officer, Spartan Motors.
"Spartan has been known for over three decades as the
industry-leader for ride and handling and we just got even
better."
Customer "First" Care
Spartan has always led the industry with after-the-sale support
and will continue to prioritize the treatment of its customers
- Customer support: The Company's service network continues to
expand. Delivery of superior after-the-sale service is provided by
over 585 authorized Spartan service providers.
- Customer service: the best Roadside Assistance program provided
in partnership with Good Sam and their network of over 40,000
mobile service providers
Go-to Market
- The established Spartan Chassis customer base continues to
drive the strategic focus of the RV business unit.
- Featuring the frame: As the RV Class A Diesel Chassis
manufacturer with the most comprehensive warranty coverage
available, Spartan will visually enhance this feature by painting
every chassis with the bright "Spartan" red
- Every Spartan customer matters: Effective January, 7 2013,
Spartan will once again provide his and hers Spartan leather
jackets to all new owners that buy a new coach from one of our RV
OEM partners
About Spartan Chassis, Inc.
Spartan Chassis, Inc. is a world-class leader in the
engineering, manufacturing and marketing of chassis and aftermarket
parts for emergency-response, recreational vehicle (RV), defense
and specialty vehicles. End users recognize and request the Spartan
Chassis brand, which consistently delivers superior performance,
exceptional safety ratings and innovations which distinguish us
from the competition. Visit Spartan Chassis at
spartanchassis.com.
About Spartan Motors
Spartan Motors, Inc. designs, engineers and manufactures
specialty chassis, specialty vehicles, truck bodies and aftermarket
parts for the recreational vehicle, emergency response, government
services, defense, and delivery and service markets. The company's
brand names - Spartan™, Spartan ERV™ and Utilimaster® - are known
for quality, performance, service and first-to-market innovation.
The company employs approximately 1,700 associates at facilities in
Michigan, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Indiana, Florida and Texas.
Spartan reported sales of $426 million in 2011 and is focused on
becoming a global leader in the design, engineering and manufacture
of specialty vehicles and chassis. Visit Spartan Motors at
www.spartanmotors.com.
This release contains several forward-looking statements that
are not historical facts, including statements concerning our
business, strategic position, financial strength, future plans,
objectives, and the performance of our products. These statements
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"potential," "future," "may," "will," "should," and similar
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actual performance and results may materially differ from what may
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statements. Factors that could contribute to these
differences include operational and other complications that may
arise affecting the implementation of our plans and business
objectives; continued pressures caused by economic conditions and
the pace and extent of the economic recovery; challenges that may
arise in connection with the integration of new businesses or
assets we acquire or the disposition of assets; issues unique to
government contracting, such as competitive bidding processes,
qualification requirements, and delays or changes in funding;
disruptions within our dealer network; changes in our relationships
with major customers, suppliers, or other business partners,
including Isuzu; changes in the demand or supply of products within
our markets or raw materials needed to manufacture those products;
and changes in laws and regulations affecting our
business. Other factors that could affect outcomes are
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make with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which are
available at www.sec.gov or our website. All forward-looking
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statements in this release, whether as a result of new information,
future events, or otherwise.
CONTACT: Russell T. Chick
Corporate Director of Marketing
Spartan Motors, Inc.
517.997.3852 or Russell.chick@spartanmotors.com
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