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CHARLOTTE, Mich., Nov. 22, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Specialty Vehicles, a business unit of Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) (“Spartan” or the “Company”) – a global leader in specialty chassis and vehicle design, manufacturing and assembly – will feature two of its custom heavy-duty, Class A diesel chassis—the K3 605 for the Entegra Cornerstone— and the K2 450 for the Newmar Dutch Star, at the National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Kentucky, on November 27 – 30, 2017.

To signify Spartan’s American ownership and the company’s pride in the excellence of its skilled workforce, both chassis platforms will be wrapped in the stars and stripes of the American flag. The 45-foot Entegra Cornerstone, riding on Spartan’s K3 605 chassis, features a Cummins® X15 605 horsepower diesel engine, an Allison Transmission® 4000 MH 6-speed electronic transmission, a 20,000-pound independent front suspension, and boasts an incredible 20,000-pound towing capacity. The Newmar Dutch Star, riding on Spartan’s K2 450 chassis, features a Cummins® L9 diesel engine, an Allison 3000MH Transmission®, and has a 15,000-pound towing capacity.

“As one of the largest industry trade events, the National RV Trade Show is the principal event to demonstrate Spartan’s commitment to excellence in RV innovation and design,” said Daryl Adams, President and Chief Executive Officer of Spartan Motors.

In addition to coach-specific chassis, Spartan will also exhibit its chassis-specific part kits, which are available to both dealers and its hundreds of Spartan Authorized Service Centers.  These Spartan-chassis parts kits take the guess work out of routine maintenance parts purchases for dealers and owners alike, by supplying the correct parts needed for annual motorhome chassis maintenance.  Unique to Spartan, these chassis parts kits simplify the ordering process, and allow for resale to existing customers, as well as those purchasing a new coach.

“Showcasing our chassis-specific part kits at RVIA is an extraordinary opportunity for us to further support our dealer and service network, and provide better support and service for the retail customer,” said Steve Guillaume, President of Spartan Specialty Vehicles.

The National RV Trade Show hosts the largest concentration of RV manufacturers, suppliers, dealers and campground managers in the world. Industry gathers at this event each year to celebrate and showcase the RV lifestyle, discover new products and engage with key stakeholders and leaders. 

About Spartan Motors
Spartan Motors, Inc. is a leading designer, engineer, manufacturer and marketer of a broad range of specialty vehicles, specialty chassis, vehicle bodies and parts for the fleet and delivery, recreational vehicle (RV), emergency response, defense forces and contract assembly (light / medium duty truck) markets. The Company’s brand names — Spartan Motors, Spartan Specialty Vehicles, Spartan Emergency Response, Spartan Parts and Accessories; Smeal® and its family of brands, including Ladder Tower™ and UST®; and Utilimaster®, a Spartan Motors Company — are known for quality, durability, performance, customer service and first-to-market innovation. The Company employs approximately 2,200 associates and operates facilities in Michigan, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Wisconsin, Nebraska, South Dakota; Saltillo, Mexico; and Lima, Peru. Spartan reported sales of $591 million in 2016. Visit Spartan Motors at theshyftgroup.com.

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SOURCE Spartan Motors, Inc.

Media Contacts: Matt Jackson – Senior Director, Lambert, Edwards & Associates, 616.233.0500, [email protected]; Samara Hamilton – Corporate Director of Marketing, Spartan Motors, Inc., 517.997.3860, [email protected]