Turbo Sales & Leasing

Name

Turbo Sales & Leasing

Legal name

Turbo Truck & Auto Sales, Inc.

Website

https://turboterminaltractors.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Terminal Tractor Sales, Leasing, and Service

NAICS

Automotive Equipment Rental and Leasing (5321), Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing (53212), Construction, Transportation, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (53241)

SIC

Services-Auto Rental & Leasing (No Drivers) (7510), Terminal Maintenance Facilities For Motor Freight Transport (4231), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013), Truck Trailers (3715)

akta.pro primary industry

Terminal & Port Vehicles (Yard Tractors, RoRo Tractors, Straddle Carriers) (IMAHAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Utility / Service Body Truck Leasing & Rental (Bucket, Field Service, Telecom/Power) (TLABABAJ), Truck Trailer Manufacturing (Dry Van/Reefer/Flatbed/Tanker) (IMACABAH)

Keywords

• Terminal tractor sales
• Terminal tractor leasing
• Yard truck rentals
• Fleet maintenance services
• Trailer rental services

Headquarters

HQ city

Gainesville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Terminal Tractor Sales: Sales of new and used/pre-owned terminal tractors including brands like TICO, Ottawa, Capacity, Terberg, and Autocar. Also offers used truck trailers (reefers, dry vans, flat beds) through sales financing programs.
2. Terminal Tractor Leasing: Flexible leasing programs including full-service leases with maintenance included and usage-based plans. Customized terms to fit customer needs. 5-model selection available for different yard challenges.
3. Short-term Rentals: Rental of pre-owned terminal tractors for temporary fleet expansion, seasonal surges, or replacement during repairs. Also rents new and used trailers (reefers, dry vans, flat beds) with short and long-term options.
4. Parts Sales: Million-dollar inventory with nearly 3,000 unique SKUs covering all major terminal tractor brands and trailer parts. Nationwide fleet ensures fast delivery.
5. Maintenance and Repair Services: Comprehensive diagnostic and maintenance services including D.O.T. inspections, certified scales, wash bay, Hunter Balance & Alignments. 24/7 service program for leased customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Turbo Sales & Leasing sells, leases, and rents terminal tractors (also called yard trucks, yard dogs, spotter trucks, or mules) from brands such as TICO, Ottawa, Capacity, Terberg, and Autocar, and also rents new and used trailers (reefers, dry vans, flat beds). The company supports these equipment offerings with a 24/7 TURBO Service Solutions maintenance and repair program, a million-dollar parts inventory of nearly 3,000 SKUs, and a GO-TURBO mobile app plus GeoTab GPS monitoring on leased units. Customers include warehouses, distribution centers, ports, rail terminals, and other logistics operations across the United States.

Product overview

Turbo Terminal Tractors operates as a terminal tractor and trailer sales, leasing, and rental provider with a full-service maintenance ecosystem. The core offering consists of terminal tractor sales (new and pre-owned from TICO, Ottawa, Capacity, and Terberg brands) and terminal tractor leasing with full-service maintenance. Supporting the core business are four key product lines: pre-owned terminal tractor rentals for short-term and flexible needs, trailer rentals (reefers, dry vans, flat beds), a million-dollar parts inventory covering nearly 3,000 SKUs for all major terminal tractor brands and trailers, and TURBO Service Solutions—a 24/7 diagnostic and maintenance program. The GO-TURBO mobile app serves as a customer-facing add-on for leased fleet monitoring, GPS tracking, and service request management. D.O.T. inspections and certified scales complete the service offering. The company positions itself around an 'Uptime' philosophy, emphasizing maximum equipment availability for warehouse, distribution center, port, and rail operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Terminal Tractor Sales

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced emergency repairs, lower downtime, and improved fleet reliability for customers implementing preventative maintenance programs
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and emerging.

• TICO (TICO Pro-Spotter)coreTechnology or IntegrationTICO is a key terminal tractor brand offered by Turbo for sales and leasing. Savannah, Georgia-based manufacturer with history in port-related operations. Turbo offers TICO Pro-Spotter models and parts support.
• Ottawa Terminal TractorscoreTechnology or IntegrationOttawa is a trusted terminal tractor brand sold and serviced by Turbo. Known for dependability and ease of service. Turbo carries and services Ottawa models as part of their diverse selection.
• Capacity (Terminal Tractor Brand)secondaryTechnology or IntegrationCapacity terminal tractors included in Turbo's vast inventory of pre-owned equipment for sale. Part of diverse brand selection serving different yard requirements.
• TerbergemergingTechnology or IntegrationTerberg tractors positioned as major player in the future of terminal tractors. Turbo offers growing selection of Terberg tractors, particularly suited for port and intermodal applications on the East Coast.
• AutocarsecondaryTechnology or IntegrationAutocar terminal tractors offered through Turbo's leasing programs, providing access to latest models equipped with modern technology for improved safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• GeoTabcoreTechnology or IntegrationFleet monitoring technology provider for Turbo's leased terminal tractors. GeoTabs enable 24/7 remote monitoring of operational performance, detecting maintenance needs like low DEF levels and enabling proactive service dispatch.
• Carrier and Thermo KingsecondaryTechnology or IntegrationLeading refrigeration unit manufacturers for reefer trailers. Turbo offers parts for Carrier and Thermo King units as part of comprehensive trailer parts inventory.
• Trailer Manufacturers (General)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic collaboration with trailer manufacturers to design equipment that addresses real-world safety concerns in the yard. Focus on ergonomic cab designs, automated braking systems, and visibility enhancements based on operator feedback.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Penske Truck Leasing: Penske is a major commercial truck leasing, rental, and fleet management provider jointly owned by Penske Corporation and Mitsui. Comparable to Turbo through its full-service lease model with integrated maintenance, though Penske serves a much broader range of commercial trucks and logistics customers beyond yard equipment.
• Ryder System: Ryder is one of the largest commercial truck leasing and fleet management companies in North America, offering full-service lease, rental, maintenance, and dedicated transportation. Comparable to Turbo as a multi-brand commercial vehicle lessor with bundled maintenance services, though Ryder operates across the broader commercial trucking market rather than specializing in terminal tractors.
• Kalmar (Ottawa Terminal Tractors): Kalmar, part of Cargotec, manufactures the Ottawa brand of terminal tractors and is one of the largest port and terminal equipment suppliers globally. Comparable as a terminal tractor OEM that supplies equipment Turbo services, and as a broader port-equipment incumbent that could expand into lifecycle services that overlap with Turbo's offerings.
• Enterprise Truck Rental: Enterprise Mobility's commercial truck division offers short- and long-term truck rental and leasing to businesses. Comparable to Turbo as a commercial vehicle rental/leasing provider with dedicated B2B sales channels, though Enterprise Truck focuses on a wider mix of commercial trucks rather than terminal tractors specifically.
• United Rentals: United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in North America, serving industrial, commercial, and infrastructure customers with a broad fleet including aerial, material handling, and specialty equipment. Comparable as a large-scale fleet operator with nationwide service infrastructure, though focused on construction and industrial equipment rather than terminal tractors.
• H&E Equipment Services: H&E Equipment Services rents, leases, and sells industrial and heavy equipment including material handling, aerial, and earthmoving machinery across a nationwide branch network. Comparable as a multi-line equipment rental and leasing operator with bundled service, though serving construction and industrial end markets rather than specializing in terminal tractors.

Regional players

• Rush Enterprises: Rush Enterprises is the largest network of commercial truck dealerships in North America, selling and servicing Peterbilt, International, and other brands. Comparable as a commercial vehicle dealer/lessor with parts, service, and financing attached, though focused on over-the-road trucks rather than terminal tractors.

Emerging players

• Terberg Group: Terberg is a Dutch manufacturer of terminal tractors, yard trucks, and specialty vehicles with growing U.S. port and intermodal presence. Comparable as a terminal tractor OEM carried by Turbo and positioned as a major player in the East Coast port market; potential to grow its own dealer/service footprint in competition with multi-brand operators like Turbo.
• Autocar: Autocar manufactures terminal tractors and specialty severe-duty trucks and is a leasing partner of Turbo. Comparable as an OEM with growing terminal tractor market share that could evolve into a direct competitor through expanded financing or service offerings.
• TICO Manufacturing: TICO is a Savannah-based terminal tractor manufacturer with deep port-industry roots, supplying the Pro-Spotter line that Turbo sells and services. Comparable as an adjacent player in the terminal tractor value chain; TICO could become a direct competitor if it expands its own captive leasing/financing operations beyond its dealer network.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@TurboTerminalTractors
• Facebookfacebook.com/turboterminaltractors
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/turbo-sales-and-leasing

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 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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