Dealers/distributors

Aug. 1, 2012
New Life Transport Parts Center announced that George Barrett has been promoted to vice-president of operations from his previous position as director

New Life Transport Parts Center announced that George Barrett has been promoted to vice-president of operations from his previous position as director of distribution. He will still be based at the firm's Grand Rapids MI headquarters.

PalFleet Truck Equipment recently appointed Bruce Helmeid general manager of the company's Nashville TN facility. He brings more than 15 years of industry experience to the company.

Dan Shoemaker was appointed general manager of JX Peterbilt-Green Bay, based in DePere WI. A 24-year veteran of JX Enterprises (JXE), the company that owns and operates this Peterbilt commercial vehicle dealership, he was most recently service director for all 15 JXE dealership locations.