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ABC Companies & Proterra Join Van Hool For CX45E Global Debut At Busworld Europe 2019.

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Developed, Designed and Built Exclusively for North American Operations.

Attendees at Busworld Europe 2019 enjoyed a first look at the brand new ALL Electric Van Hool CX45E in October. Along with an impressive lineup of fuel cell, low-floor trambus and diesel-powered vehicles designed for the European market, the first-ever ALL Electric Van Hool CX45E was introduced, with the elite distinction as the only model exclusively designed and built for the North American market. The zero-emission vehicle utilizes Proterra’s battery system which features a compact, robust design enabling industry-leading energy density, by volume and mass. Efficient energy storage enables improved range capabilities and thermally controlled batteries keep the temperature consistent to maximize lifetime in operating climates.

The new 56-passenger Van Hool CX45 features many passenger amenities including comfortable passenger seats with USB and 110V outlets, [...]

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National Trails Adds New Van Hool CX45 to Fleet.

ABC Supports New Ownership with Hands-on Sales and After Sales Support.

National Trails, Inc., of Southfield, MI has taken delivery of a new Van Hool CX45 motorcoach. The regional charter and tour operation currently runs several Van Hool T2100 coaches in the fleet, and this delivery represents the first transaction between ABC and the company’s new owner, Mr. Austin Arksey, who recently acquired the business from the Frank family. The company has provided charter bus rental services in Southeast Michigan for over 35 years, and under the leadership of Mr. Arksey, looks forward to continued growth and market expansion.

The new 56-passenger Van Hool CX45 features many passenger amenities including comfortable passenger seats with USB and 110V outlets, REI Elite HDMI System with six 15.6” monitors, and woodgrain flooring throughout. The new CX45 will be [...]

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ABC Companies Extends Fleet Life for Major Washington, D.C. Area Transit Authority with Recently Completed Fleet Restoration Project.

ABC Companies, a recognized leader in the sales, service and support of advanced transport solutions has recently completed a major bus overhaul contract for OmniRide headquartered in Woodbridge, Virginia, about 25 miles southwest of Washington, D.C.  OmniRide is the operating name for the mobility services offered by the Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission (PRTC). OmniRide’s goal is to provide safe, reliable and flexible transportation options while helping to reduce congestion and pollution in one of the region’s fastest growing areas. OmniRide operates Express and Local bus services in neighborhoods surrounded by the busy I-95 and I-66 corridors, and in 2018, had more than 150 buses in its active fleet making over 2.5 million passenger trips. ABC Companies completed an earlier contract with the company, having successfully restored 65 vehicles for OmniRide/PRTC in 2015.

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ABC Parts Source™

One Call. Parts For All.

ABC Parts Source™ gives you access to the largest independent supply of motorcoach and transit bus replacement parts in North America. As your resource for replacement motorcoach and transit bus parts, we offer:

• OEM and Quality ABC Select Components
• Live Customer Support
• Online Parts Store
• More Than 200,000 Part Numbers• Team of Knowledgeable Bus Parts Specialists
• Competitive Pricing & Fast Shipping
• 24 Hour Shipping On In-Stock Items; 48 Hours For Glass
• Free Ground Shipping On Orders Over $150 (in continental USA)

For New Customers:

Customers must create an account to access ABC's Online Parts Store. At this time, our on-line store is available for U.S. customers only. For Canadian orders, please contact Baker Transit Parts at 1-800-265-0520 during normal business hours or email bakersales@abc-companies.com.

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Finance

The Fastest Route To Your Financial Destination
ABC is one of the motorcoach and transit industry’s largest independent providers of financial services, helping you make your business decisions faster and easier. We offer a wide array of private and municipal financing and leasing options, helping you reach your financial destination by the quickest route possible. Ask us more about these services!• Leases With Purchase Options • TRAC Leases • Capital Leases • Conventional Financing • Refinancing Your Current Fleet • Municipal Financing • Closed-End Operating Leases  Download Financing ApplicationStep 1: Click the link above to download the editable Financing Application. (Be advised, you will need an up-to-date pdf reader e.g. acrobat to fill out the document.) Form must be filled out electronically for faster submission. Step 2: Send the completed form via email to Financial@abc-companies.com with the subject line "Completed Financial Application Form" [...]
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Leadership

Leadership is an important aspect of any company. A company's leadership can have a significant impact on the company's success. In order to understand a company, it is important to know about the people who are in charge of the day-to-day and long-term strategy. In an industry dominated by manufacturer-controlled and owned competitors, ABC Companies remains a privately held family-owned and operated business. Senior Staff Roman Cornell

Chief Executive Officer

Dane Cornell

Board of Directors Executive Chairman

Kelly Klein

Chief Financial Officer

Tom DeMatteo

Chief Legal Officer General Counsel & Secretary

Jay Oakman

Chief Operating Officer

Greg Goedde

Senior Vice President Financial Services

John Gillis

President of Parts and Service

Ashley Cornell

Vice President Strategic Accounts

Andrew Siciliano

Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing

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Founder History

A History Built on Relationships
The Cornell family name is synonymous with the bus business in America. A true pioneer of the modern coach and charter bus business, Clancy's passion for people, buses and foremost his family has truly shaped the bus industry as we know it today. The founder of ABC Companies, Clancy grew a small transport service - Faribault Bus Service - into an industry force leaving an indelible list of accomplishments and memories in his path. Having worked in and around buses since childhood, along with siblings Eddie and Alice, Clancy had the bus business in his blood throughout his lifetime. With a vision to make bus service about passengers, Clancy struck out on his own in the early '50's, first purchasing the Boone Bus Service, then Elkhorn Stages and eventually purchasing the Faribault Bus Service - which he transformed from a small city bus service into a full-blown tour and charter business. Ultimately, the operation evolved into buying and selling coaches and the seed was planted for today's industry-leading ABC Companies. While busy building a successful business, Clancy and his beloved wife Norma were also building a family. Their four children including Deb, Ron, Roxanne and Dane grew up in the garages of Faribault Bu [...]
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