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New walk-in van for electric utilities features fuel savings, noise reduction, and a smaller carbon footprint. WILLIAMSBURG, Va., June 06, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spartan Delivery and Service Vehicles (“Spartan”), a business unit of Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPAR) which encompasses the Utilimaster go-to-market brand, is showcasing an innovative walk-in van specifically designed for underground utility […]

CHARLOTTE, Michigan, May 31, 2016 – Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) today announced that Juris Pagrabs has been named the Company’s Group Treasurer and Director of Investor Relations, effective May 23, 2016. Reporting directly to Rick Sohm, Spartan Motors’ Chief Financial Officer, Pagrabs will lead the Company’s global treasury and investor relations functions, and will […]

As Utilimaster expands fleet vehicle and services provisions to some of the world’s largest brands, its Bristol, Indiana operation will hire over 100 team members in the coming months to meet increased demand BRISTOL, Ind., May 31, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With vehicle production backlog levels at all-time highs, Spartan Delivery and Service Vehicles (“Spartan”), […]

CHARLOTTE, Mich., May 4, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.05 per share of common stock.    The Charlotte, Michigan-based manufacturer of custom chassis, emergency response and delivery and service vehicles reported its semi-annual dividend will be payable on June 23, 2016 […]

All Business Segments Report Improved Results from 2015 CHARLOTTE, Mich., May 4, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) (“Spartan” or the “Company”) today reported operating results for the first quarter of 2016.  The Company reported net income of $0.5 million, or $0.02 per share, compared to a loss of $2.9 million, or ($0.09) […]

Spartan Motors joins the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in two educational sessions, extending training to its manufacturing peers surrounding federal reporting requirements for safety-related defects. CHARLOTTE, Mich., May 03, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPAR), is spearheading efforts to increase awareness of reporting obligations set forth by NHTSA, while promoting a […]

The Company to build new Isuzu F-Series Trucks in Charlotte, Michigan CHARLOTTE, Mich., April 19, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) (“Spartan” or the “Company”), a leader in the manufacturing of high-quality specialty chassis and vehicle assembly, announced today that the Company held a groundbreaking ceremony to recognize its $5.5 million investment in a new […]

CHARLOTTE, Mich., April 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) will announce its first quarter 2016 results prior to the market opening on Wednesday, May 4, 2016.  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 […]

CHARLOTTE, Mich., March 31, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPAR) at the recommendation of its Supplier Performance and Review Committee (SPARC), recently recognized top-performing suppliers during its 14th Annual Supplier Conference, held March 23rd, at the Charlotte (Michigan) Performing Arts Center.  During the event, Spartan honored key supply chain partners which were instrumental in helping the company progress […]

The Company to build dedicated 85,000 square-foot plant in Charlotte, Michigan CHARLOTTE, Mich., March 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) (“Spartan” or the “Company”), a leader in the manufacturing of high-quality specialty chassis and vehicle assembly, announced today that Isuzu North America Corporation selected the Company to produce the Isuzu F-Series truck. This […]