NATDA News
NATDA Announces a NEW Event : Trailer Tech Expo Powered by NATDA . The technology-focused event is coming to Reno , NV on February 25-27 , 2025 . For more information visit natda . org / trailer-tech-expo .
Optronics International , a leading manufacturer of vehicle harnesses , electronic control systems and LED lighting for the global transportation industry , announced the release of its TLL75 Series LED flood beam work lights and STL13 Series 4-inch round LED stop , turn , tail lights just in time for winter weather . The TLL75 Series LED flood beam work light is also being offered with an amber lens that is less reflective in snowy environments .
RETIREMENT / NEW HIRES / PROMOTIONS
The North American Trailer Dealers Association ( NATDA ) is pleased to announce the promotion of LeAnna Koerner from Membership Manager to Director of Membership .
New Product Announcements
BOLT ® Lock has released a new 2024 catalog featuring fitment applications and part numbers for the latest model year Ford , GM , Dodge , RAM , Jeep , Chrysler , Fiat , Toyota and Nissan vehicles .
Timpte , Inc . bids farewell to Dale Jones as he retires from the position of President & CEO and announces the appointment of Tim Carpenter as Jones ’ successor .
Novae LLC (“ Novae ”), one of the fastest-growing trailer manufacturers in North America and a Brightstar Capital portfolio company , is excited to announce a planned leadership transition . Manish Bhandari will take the helm as Chief Executive Officer , effective January 15 , succeeding Chris Storie .
ACQUISITIONS , PARTNERSHIPS & EXPANSIONS
Dexter announces brand strategy update for its premium supply and HiSpec Wheel & Tire business , rebranding the acquired businesses under the trusted brand Dexter .
Polar King Mobile , North America ’ s leading provider of affordable refrigerated and freezer trailers , announces Jayhawk Trailers as its newest authorized dealer . With this partnership , customers in the Denver metro area gain access to high-quality over-the-road cold storage solutions .
KPA , the leading provider of compliance solutions for dealerships , announced its comprehensive Privacy and Safeguards solution to help protect consumer information and privacy . Through a self-navigated 10-step process , KPA ’ s Privacy and Safeguards is a new complete compliance solution that ensures dealers will meet the requirements of the Federal Trade Commission ’ s ( FTC ) Safeguards Rule . continued on page 20
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