Volvo Trucks North America has announced that TEC Equipment—headquartered in Portland, Oregon—and Calmont Truck Centre—headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada—are the recipients of the company’s prestigious 2023 US and Canadian Dealer Groups of the Year awards, respectively.
The award recognizes their exceptional contributions in critical areas, including sales volume, market share, training investments, and commitment to sustainability initiatives.
The 2023 US Dealer Group of the Year title was awarded to TEC Equipment, Volvo Trucks' largest West Coast dealer. Led by dealer principal David Thompson, TEC Equipment's remarkable performance extends to being awarded the Regional Dealer Group of the Year for the Central and West regions. Notably, their Fontana, California, location played a pivotal role in the development of the Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealership sales and service training program, securing its position as the first certified location.
"We are immensely proud to receive the prestigious title of Volvo 2023 U.S. Dealer Group of the Year. This recognition echoes the enduring partnership we have forged with Volvo Trucks over the years. At TEC Equipment, we are not just truck dealers; we are educators, advocates, and partners in progress,” said Thompson, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of TEC Equipment. “Our commitment goes beyond selling trucks; it's about empowering our customers with knowledge and helping them navigate the regulatory landscape and available grants and incentives. We believe that an informed customer is an empowered customer, and we always go the extra mile for our customers to ensure that they have the insights and resources needed to be successful in the ever-evolving transportation industry.”
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Canada Dealer Group of the Year
Calmont Truck Centre accepts the Volvo Trucks North America 2023 Canadian Dealer Group of the Year award from Peter Voorhoeve, President of Volvo Trucks North America (far left), and Matthew Blackman, Managing Director, Canada, Volvo Trucks North America (far right). Pictured L-R: Peter Voorhoeve; Laury Schmidt, Vice President of Operations, Calmont Truck Centre; Darren Currie, Dealer Principal, Calmont Truck Centre; and Matthew Blackman.
Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Calmont Truck Centre is a Canadian-based dealership group with two full-line dealerships in Calgary and Edmonton, serving the province of Alberta since 1988. It received the 2023 Canadian Dealer Group of the Year award.
Under the leadership of dealer principal Darren Currie, Calmont Truck Centre's commitment to providing best-in-class transportation solutions and outstanding customer service has been key to this prestigious recognition. The dealership group expanded capacity by opening a new state-of-the-art Volvo facility in 2019 with 20 service bays and 37,000 square feet, allowing all employees to function under one roof.
"We are honored to be awarded the Volvo 2023 Canadian Dealer Group of the Year. This achievement is a testament to our unwavering commitment and dedication to supporting our customers and providing best-in-class transportation solutions,” explained Currie, Dealer Principal, Calmont Truck Centre. “We believe in delivering not just vehicles but a world-class experience that drives success for our dealership, our customers, and Volvo Trucks. This accolade is not just a reflection of our achievements but a celebration of the strong relationships we have built with our customers."
Said Peter Voorhoeve, President of Volvo Trucks North America, “TEC Equipment and Calmont Truck Centre have been instrumental in enhancing Volvo Trucks’ market presence and customer satisfaction, demonstrating unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch vehicles and services. Given their remarkable performance in all criteria, we are thrilled to recognize TEC Equipment as the 2023 US Volvo Dealer Group of the Year and Calmont Truck Centre as the 2023 Canadian Volvo Dealer Group of the Year.”
The winners of the Dealer Group of the Year Award were unveiled at Volvo Trucks’ recent annual awards dinner in Las Vegas, Nevada. The ceremony also included the recognition of regional winners, highlighting outstanding performances across the US:
- Central Region: TEC Equipment;
- Northeast Region: S & S Truck Sales;
- Southeast Region: Nacarato Truck Center;
- Southwest Region: Bruckner’s Truck & Equipment;
- West Region: TEC Equipment
To learn more about Volvo Trucks North America, visit the company's website at www.volvotrucks.us.