Based out of Troy, Michigan, ALLSTAR Chauffeured Services has taken delivery of two new 2019 Van Hool CX45 coaches with many upgraded amenities that compliment their premium vehicle line. Each coach is powered by a Cummins engine with Allison transmission; and include many passenger conveniences such as 110v USB outlets w/inverters, Wi-Fi, two large REI 23” monitors and 4 additional 15.6” monitors throughout the coach, passenger shades. One of the coaches is also ADA equipped. Passengers will recognize the luxury before they even enter the coach with the two-tone white & grey paint and beautiful graphics around the coach. As they enter the coach, the full leather seating, contoured enclosed parcel rack with hydrographic doors, wood flooring and hydrographic lavatory door truly make a luxurious statement.
Celebrating 25 years in the transportation industry, ALLSTAR
Chauffeured Services primarily services the Detroit, Michigan area, however
continues to expand its area covering out of state trips to New York,
Washington D.C. and Cleveland. The
company currently employs 71 people and has a total fleet of 47 vehicles including
8 motorcoaches. They began purchasing
coaches in 2016 with 2 new Van Hool models.
“ALLSTAR provides a great example of how traditional
limousine companies are entering the full-size coach market and succeeding”
said Brenda Borwege, Senior Vice President of Midwest-Southwest Region, ABC
Companies. “They are offering an upscale
Van Hool coach product and complimenting it with their successful business
model of focusing on the service side of the business to enhance the client
experience”. ALLSTAR’s Chief Financial
Officer and Managing Partner, Jason Fritz, emphasizes “Whether you are riding
in one of our executive sedans or a full-size coach, you will enjoy the luxury
of a high-end chauffeured experience.
Our clients are used to luxuries such as full-leather seating, technology
and other amenities that we are very pleased to also be able to offer on a
full-size coach.”
ALLSTAR is known for leveraging
technology to improve the customer experience both pre- and during
transportation. Prior to travel, clients
have the ability to track their vehicles arrival via a mobile app or with the
link in their email confirmation.
Customer alerts can be setup by email or text to notify them of a
vehicles status as well. Inside their new coaches, clients will also enjoy the onboard technologies
including Wi-Fi, Roku for streaming services, satellite radio, and on-board TV’s.
When asked why they chose to work with ABC on this
purchase, Fritz, stated “We purchased our first two full-size coaches
from ABC in 2016 and have not been disappointed. The service and support that we
continue to receive from the ABC team, made where to purchase our new coach
from an easy decision.” Referencing working
with ABC Parts Source and ABC Service, Fritz mentioned “Getting parts and
service has always been very easy. Our coach parts are shipped quickly, and
someone has always been available to answer and service questions we have.”
ALLSTAR has been active members
of UMA and ABA since their first coach purchase in 2016 as well as members of
NLA since 1998.
ABC Companies is a leading provider to the
transportation industry with diverse product and service offerings
that cover a full spectrum of operational needs including new and pre-owned
full-size highway coach equipment, along with
transit and specialty vehicles. ABC supports customers with a
comprehensive after sale service network for service
and repairs, collision services, extensive OEM and quality aftermarket parts
needs for transit, motorcoach and heavy-duty equipment from ten strategically
placed locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Additionally, private
and municipal financing and leasing options are available through the company's
financial services group – one of the largest financial service providers
within the industry. For more information, contact ABC Companies at
800-222-2875 or visit the company web site at www.abc-companies.com
