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INDIANAPOLIS, March 4, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Utilimaster Corporation (the “Company”), a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPAR), is launching a new, highly fuel-efficient walk-in van called the VELOCITY. The VELOCITY provides lower total cost of ownership through lower initial cost, improved fuel economy, and a walk-through design that enhances driver productivity and safety. The […]

INDIANAPOLIS, March 3, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Long regarded for cost effective operations and engineering expertise, commercial vehicle manufacturer Utilimaster, a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPAR), was selected to establish and operate a Ram Commercial Upfit Center and Mopar Custom Shop in Saltillo, Mexico. The arrangement includes long-term agreements with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US […]

INDIANAPOLIS, March 3, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a move to minimize costs to customers who need a customized Ford Transit Van, specialty vehicle maker Utilimaster Corporation, a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPAR), has established upfit operations on a ship-thru basis in Kansas City, Missouri. Utilimaster’s upfit center is an example of the company’s […]

Daryl Adams Assumes Role of Chief Executive Officer CHARLOTTE, Mich., Feb. 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) reported 2014 net income of $1.2 million, or $0.03 per share, versus a net loss of $6.0 million, or ($0.18) per share in 2013.  For the fourth quarter of 2014, Spartan reported a net loss of […]

The Company expands to nine-member Board CHARLOTTE, Mich., Feb. 11, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) (“Spartan” or the “Company”) today announced the Company expanded its Board of Directors’ membership to nine members with the appointment of James C. Orchard to the Board. During his 46-year career, Orchard held executive and leadership positions […]

CHARLOTTE, Mich., Feb. 9, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) will announce its fourth-quarter 2014 results prior to the market opening on Tuesday, February 24, 2015.  The Company will also host a webcast of its conference call on the same day at 10 a.m. ET to discuss its financial results with analysts and institutional […]

CHARLOTTE, Mich., Jan. 14, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spartan Chassis, Inc. (“Spartan”), a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPAR), will present its continued product leadership and unmatched after-the-sale ownership experience during the 2015 Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa, Florida January 14-18 at booth #560 – East Midway. PRODUCT / INNOVATION LEADERSHIP Established over 30 years […]

Plan Available Exclusively on Spartan Chassis-Equipped Motorhomes Sold by Motor Home Specialists CHARLOTTE, Mich., Jan. 14, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spartan Chassis, Inc. (“Spartan”), a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPAR), announced today, during the first day of the 2015 Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa, Florida, that it will introduce PremierCare – a free maintenance […]

CHARLOTTE, Mich., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) (“Spartan” or the “Company”) announced that Daniel Slater has joined the Company as President of its Emergency Response business, effective January 5, 2015.  He will report to Daryl Adams, Spartan’s incoming President and Chief Executive Officer.  “I am excited to welcome Dan to […]

Daryl Adams Named Incoming President and CEO CHARLOTTE, Mich., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) (“Spartan” or the “Company”) announced that John Sztykiel has decided to retire as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective February 19, 2015.  He will serve as a member of Spartan’s Board of Directors until his term expires […]