TransChicago Truck Group

What TransChicago Truck Group does

TransChicago Truck Group is a privately-held commercial truck and trailer dealership group founded in 1982 and headquartered in Elmhurst, Illinois. The company operates five physical dealership locations across the Chicagoland metropolitan area (Aurora, Antioch, Elmhurst, and Shorewood) and Northwest Indiana (Gary), serving long-haul trucking companies, vocational fleet operators, and light/medium-duty commercial buyers. It holds authorized dealership relationships with three major OEMs — Freightliner and Western Star (both under Daimler Trucks North America) and Isuzu — and also sells Transcraft and Benson trailers. The product portfolio spans Class 5 through Class 8 vehicles, an all-makes used truck inventory, the SelecTrucks of Chicago certified pre-owned sub-brand, and the TruFit proprietary private-label parts brand.

The business operates a full-lifecycle commercial vehicle platform built around three integrated revenue engines: vehicle sales (new and used), parts (a $15 million in-stock inventory across Alliance, Detroit, Cummins, and TruFit lines), and service (100+ service bays plus scheduled mobile maintenance at customer locations). Supporting infrastructure includes an in-house Training & Innovation Center staffed with DTNA factory-certified technicians, Elite Support certification across locations, and Isuzu-specific Priority Service Maintenance and Covered Maintenance programs. Detroit Connect Virtual Technician remote diagnostics is offered as a fleet telematics capability for Freightliner vehicles.

Revenue mechanics are mixed-mode: transactional one-time revenue dominates via new and used truck sales and parts purchases, while recurring revenue is generated through service contracts, the Isuzu Covered Maintenance program, and the affiliated TransChicago National Lease truck and trailer lease and rental operation. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales delivered through dedicated sales teams at each physical location, supported by organic social media presence and an email newsletter. Pricing varies materially by vehicle class and configuration, ranging from approximately $58,750 for entry-level Isuzu cab chassis trucks to over $139,900 for new Freightliner tandem axle sleepers, with financing arranged through third-party lenders. No external funding rounds, M&A activity, or institutional ownership have been disclosed; the company appears to be founder/owner-operated and privately held.

Name

TransChicago Truck Group

Legal name

TransChicago Truck Group

Website

https://transchicago.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

TransChicago Truck Group is a privately-held, multi-location commercial truck and trailer dealership founded in 1982, operating five locations across Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana as an authorized Freightliner, Western Star, and Isuzu dealer serving long-haul, vocational, and light/medium-duty fleet customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Truck Dealership

NAICS

Automotive Equipment Rental and Leasing (5321)

SIC

Services-Auto Rental & Leasing (No Drivers) (7510), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)

akta.pro primary industry

Utility/Service Body Trucks (Service Bodies/Tool Trucks) Leasing & Rental (TLABAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Tire, Wheel-End & Alignment Service (HD-Specific) (TLAKABAM)

Keywords

• Commercial truck dealership
• Heavy duty trucks
• Truck parts service
• Commercial trailer sales
• Truck leasing rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Elmhurst

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. New Truck Sales: Sale of new Freightliner, Western Star, and Isuzu trucks; primary revenue driver with models ranging from Class 5 to Class 8 heavy-duty trucks.
2. Used Truck Sales: Sale of pre-owned trucks across all makes, including Freightliner Cascadia, PT126SLP, and other commercial truck models.
3. Parts Sales: Sale of OEM and aftermarket truck parts including Alliance, Detroit, Cummins, and proprietary TruFit label; walk-in and delivery options available.
4. Service & Maintenance: Onsite service with 100+ bays and mobile maintenance at customer locations; includes preventive maintenance, repairs, and specialized Isuzu Priority Service and Covered Maintenance programs.
5. Lease & Rental: Truck and trailer leasing and rental services through TransChicago National Lease partnership.
6. Trailer Sales: Sale of Transcraft and Benson brand trailers for commercial applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

TransChicago Truck Group is a multi-location commercial truck and trailer dealership group that sells new Freightliner, Western Star, and Isuzu trucks along with Transcraft and Benson trailers, all-makes used trucks, and a $15 million parts inventory. The company supports these products with 100+ service bays, mobile maintenance, Elite Support Certified service, an in-house Training & Innovation Center, and lease/rental services through TransChicago National Lease across five Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana locations.

Product overview

TransChicago Truck Group is a multi-location truck and trailer dealership network providing a comprehensive commercial vehicle portfolio. The core offerings include new Freightliner (Cascadia, M2 series, 108 SD, 114 SD, 122 SD), Western Star (4700-6900 series), and Isuzu (NPR-HD, NQR, NRR, NPR-XD, FTR) trucks, plus Transcraft and Benson trailers. The company operates as a unified dealership with service departments (100+ bays), a $15 million parts inventory, mobile maintenance, Elite Support certification, Isuzu-specific maintenance programs (Priority Service and Covered Maintenance), lease/rental through TransChicago NationalEase, and SelecTrucks of Chicago for certified pre-owned vehicles. The product portfolio is supported by an in-house Training & Innovation Center and the TruFit private-label parts brand.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SelecTrucks of Chicago: A sub-brand mentioned in the company's text/image branding, operating under the TransChicago Truck Group umbrella.

Products and services

• Freightliner Trucks Authorized sales of Freightliner trucks including the Cascadia, M2 106, 108 SD, 114 SD, 122 SD, PT126SLP, PJ126SLP, S2G Custom Chassis, and MT Custom Chassis models for heavy-duty and medium-duty commercial applications. Targeted at commercial fleet operators and owner-operators.
• Western Star Trucks Authorized sales of Western Star commercial trucks including the 4700, 4800, 4900, 5700, and 6900 models for heavy-duty vocational and on-highway applications. Targeted at commercial fleet operators and owner-operators.
• Isuzu Trucks Authorized sales of Isuzu commercial trucks including the NPR-HD, NQR, NRR, NPR-XD, FVR, and FTR models for light and medium-duty applications. Targeted at small and mid-sized commercial buyers needing fuel-efficient, maneuverable trucks.
• Transcraft Trailers Authorized sales of Transcraft trailers for commercial hauling applications, including flatbed configurations. Targeted at commercial trucking operators needing trailer equipment.
• Benson Trailers Authorized sales of Benson trailers for commercial trailer applications. Targeted at commercial trucking operators needing trailer equipment.
• Used Trucks Sale of pre-owned commercial trucks across all makes, including Freightliner Cascadia, PT126SLP, and other models. Targeted at buyers seeking value-priced alternatives to new trucks.
• Parts Department $15 million in-stock parts inventory including Alliance, Detroit, and Cummins brands plus proprietary TruFit label, with walk-in will-call support and wide-ranging deliveries. Targeted at commercial truck operators needing any-make parts for ongoing maintenance and repair.
• Service Department Onsite commercial truck service across 100+ bays, supported by the Training & Innovation Center staffed with DTNA factory certified trainers. Includes preventive maintenance, repairs, and warranty service for any make. Targeted at commercial fleet operators and owner-operators.
• Mobile Service Scheduled mobile maintenance delivered at customer locations to reduce downtime, supplementing the onsite service department. Targeted at commercial fleet operators needing on-site maintenance.
• Lease and Rental Truck and trailer leasing and rental services delivered through the TransChicago National Lease partnership, providing flexible vehicle access. Targeted at commercial operators seeking alternatives to outright purchase.
• SelecTrucks of Chicago Certified pre-owned truck program under the Freightliner SelecTrucks brand, offering quality inspected used commercial vehicles. Targeted at buyers seeking certified pre-owned trucks with additional assurance.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Freightliner Trucks (Daimler Trucks North America)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Freightliner dealer offering new Freightliner trucks including Cascadia, M2 106, PT126SLP, and PJ126SLP models. Provides full sales, service, and parts support for Freightliner products.
• Western Star Trucks (Daimler Trucks North America)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Western Star dealer providing sales and service for Western Star commercial truck lineup.
• Isuzu TruckscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Isuzu dealer for light and medium-duty trucks including NPR, NRR, NPR-XD, FVR, and FTR models. Offers Isuzu Priority Service and Covered Maintenance programs.
• Transcraft TrailerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Transcraft trailer dealer offering flatbed and other trailer configurations.
• Benson TrailerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Benson trailer dealer providing trailer sales and support.
• TransChicago National LeasecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliated lease and rental operation providing truck and trailer leasing services to customers.
• Detroit (Daimler Truck North America)supportingTechnology or IntegrationSource for Detroit DD15 engines and Detroit Connect Virtual Technician remote diagnostic services. Provides powertrain components for Freightliner trucks sold at the dealership.
• Alliance PartssupportingTechnology or IntegrationSupplier of aftermarket truck parts stocked by TransChicago, complementing OEM parts inventory.
• CumminssupportingTechnology or IntegrationSource for Cummins X15 and B6.7 engines installed in trucks sold at the dealership, providing powertrain options alongside Detroit engines.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Rush Enterprises: Largest network of Peterbilt commercial truck dealerships in North America with similar full-service sales, parts, service, and rental offerings. Rush is the most directly comparable publicly traded multi-brand heavy-duty dealer group to TransChicago's operating model.
• Velocity Vehicle Group: Daimler Trucks North America dealer group operating Freightliner and Western Star locations across the Western U.S. Closest peer in terms of OEM brand mix and multi-location full-service model.
• Premier Truck Group: Multi-brand commercial truck dealer group selling Freightliner, Volvo, and Mack trucks with parts, service, and rental across multiple U.S. regions. Operates the same full-service dealership model with comparable OEM partnerships.
• Truck Centers of America: Freightliner and Western Star dealer network serving the Midwest and surrounding states. Directly comparable to TransChicago in brand authorization and regional dealer footprint.
• MHC Truck Leasing: Volvo/Mack dealer network with full-service sales, leasing, parts, and service across multiple states. Comparable in its combination of truck sales and dedicated truck leasing operations similar to TransChicago National Lease.
• Nuss Truck & Equipment: Regional Freightliner and Western Star dealer serving the Upper Midwest. Comparable to TransChicago in brand authorization, regional scope, and full-service dealership model.
• Allstate Peterbilt: Peterbilt dealer group operating across the Midwest and Western U.S. with sales, parts, and service operations. Comparable in full-service truck dealership structure though competing on different OEM brands.

Emerging players

• SelecTrucks (Daimler program): Daimler Trucks North America's certified pre-owned truck network, of which TransChicago's SelecTrucks of Chicago is a franchisee. Comparable as the certified pre-owned channel for the same OEM brands that TransChicago sells new.

Peers

• Ryder System:

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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