Holt Truck Centers
Holt Truck Centers acquires Kyrish Truck Centers

Holt Truck Centers acquires Kyrish Truck Centers

Oct. 18, 2024
The acquisition brings the number of Holt Truck Centers locations to 35, making it the third largest International Motors dealership in the U.S.

Holt Truck Centers has acquired Kyrish Truck Centers, a provider of new and used on-highway trucks that operates 20 International Motors, Fleetrite Truck Parts, Idealease, and Longhorn Bus dealerships and service centers in Texas.

The acquisition brings the number of Holt Truck Centers locations to 35, making it the third largest International Motors dealership in the U.S.

Holt Truck Centers is an authorized dealer for International, IC Bus, and Idealease at dealerships in Oklahoma and in North and East Texas. In addition, the company operates seven sales and service locations across Texas, providing comprehensive parts and service for all makes of trucks, RVs, and trailers, including engine rebuilds, diagnostics, maintenance, and emergency services such as brakes, drivelines, and transmissions.

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"As a family-owned company, this acquisition marks an important milestone in our growth and allows us to expand while staying true to our roots,” Bert Fulgium, SVP of Holt Group, said.  “Our commitment to putting our customers first remains at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to welcome Kyrish Truck Centers into our family. Together, we will continue to provide the same levels of service and dedication that define us.”

With this acquisition, Holt Truck Centers will expand its presence in Texas to locations in Austin, Houston, and the Rio Grande Valley. Holt Truck Centers will employ the 550 current employees of Kyrish Truck Centers, and they will continue to operate from their current locations.

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