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FleetPride, Inc. Acquires Oklahoma Truck Supply Assoc., Inc.

1 March 2000

FleetPride, Inc. Acquires Oklahoma Truck Supply Assoc., Inc.

    DEERFIELD, ILL.--March 1, 2000--FleetPride, the nation's largest aftermarket distributor of heavy-duty truck parts, today announced the acquisition of Oklahoma Truck Supply Assoc., located in Oklahoma City, OK. Founded in 1970, OTS has three locations in Oklahoma City and specializes in the distribution of medium and heavy-duty truck parts. With the addition of OTS, FleetPride now has five locations within Oklahoma City.
    FleetPride now operates more than 170 locations nationwide with revenues in excess of $550 million. The company carries a full line of nationally recognized brand name parts as well as a private brand assortment. In addition, FleetPride offers in-house re-manufactured products such as brake shoes, transmissions, rear axles and driveline components. Truck and trailer repair services also are offered at a number of locations.
    John Greisch, President and CEO of FleetPride said of the acquisition, "Oklahoma Truck Supply is a natural fit for FleetPride, their strong customer focus and retail orientation will help us grow the Oklahoma City market. They have an outstanding reputation in the area and we are glad to have them on our team." OTS will begin their transition to the FleetPride name immediately.

Comments in this release contain forward-looking statements, which are based on management's good faith expectations and beliefs concerning future developments. Actual results may materially differ from these expectations as a result of many factors.