The Billings, MT, truck renting and leasing company has completed more than four years as a developing member of the NationaLease organization, one of the largest full service truck leasing organizations in North America.
Oakbrook Terrace, IL, June 23, 2010 – Diversified Truck Leasing, a trucking renting and leasing company headquartered in Billings, MT, has been approved for full membership in NationaLease, one of the largest full service truck leasing organizations in North America. The announcement was made by NationaLease President Gene Scoggins on behalf of the NationaLease Membership Committee.
“Since its application in December 2005 to become a developing member of NationaLease, Diversified Truck Leasing has grown their leasing operation to more than 50 vehicles in lease, rental, and contract maintenance, all under the direction of its President and CEO Jay Foley,” Scoggins said. “We consider Diversified to be a valuable asset to the NationaLease network of independent truck leasing companies.”
Diversified Truck Leasing provides local, regional, and national coverage and comprehensive roadside assistance service, with more than 30,000 preferred vendors that can be utilized. Last year, the company received the Leading Initiative Award from NationaLease for its fleet growth and maintenance of high member standards, as well as its leadership, commitment and best industry practices. It is a member of the Truck Rental and Leasing Association.
As a full member in NationaLease, Diversified Truck Leasing has established a far-reaching national presence and can take advantage of the organization’s combined purchasing power, while maintaining its independent business status. NationaLease member companies also extend Emergency Road Service to each other at 600 locations providing repair, fuel, and substitute vehicles 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It enables trucks travelling across the country to assured of reliable emergency services outside its normal service area. NationaLease’s National Account Group negotiates nationwide contracts with national suppliers on behalf of member companies, as well as national account marketing and management. Other benefits of NationaLease membership include access to consulting services, industry-related seminars and education, and networking opportunities.
The developing member program, started in 2002, helps truck leasing companies’ personnel learn the leasing industry while becoming stronger and more effective in their businesses. Since its inception, this program has brought 37 companies into the NationaLease family.
About NationaLease NationaLease is one of the largest full service truck leasing organizations in North America, with more than 600 services locations throughout the U.S. and Canada, a combined customer fleet of 125,000 tractors, trucks, and trailers, and annual revenue in excess of $4 billion. The company provides comprehensive services for private fleets and transportation service providers and now comprises 175 independent businesses employing 22,000 people. Member companies boast a customer retention rate in excess of 98%. The website is www.nationalease.com.
