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Working in an industry often dominated by manufacturer-controlled and owned competitors, ABC Companies( ABC) stands out as a privately held and family-owned business. Since its inception over five decades ago, the company has grown exponentially to become a leader in motorcoach and transit equipment sales and service. Today providing a comprehensive suite of solutions, ABC’ s offering includes the sales of new and preowned buses, a live technical support call center, OEM and ABC Select parts sales and sourcing, diverse vehicle servicing, repair and refurbishment services as well as private and municipal equipment leasing and financing through ABC Financial Services. Roman Cornell, Chief Executive Officer, introduces us to the company.
“ My grandfather started the business over 50 years ago, and it remains familyowned by the Cornell family to this day. He initially ran buses in the Midwest, operating a transit line and transporting passengers. Along with a few friends who were also bus company operators, he purchased equipment and buses from Greyhound when they were scrapped, refurbishing them for his own line runs or to sell to other operators around the US. Finding this venture more fulfilling than operating buses, my grandfather then transitioned into buying and selling preowned equipment. In 1987, we partnered with motorcoach manufacturer, Van Hool and since then, we have placed over 13,000 of these vehicles on American roads. Our company functions as a true dealership, providing sales, service, parts, and support for just about any passenger transportation vehicle on the road.
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