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Robert Woodall, Peterbilt Director of Sales and Marketing; Jeff Vanthournout, Allstate Peterbilt of Fargo; and Don Larson, Allstate Peterbilt of Fargo. Allstate Peterbilt of Fargo named Dealer of the Year Recognized for significant sales growth, operational excellence and exceptional dedication to exceeding customer expectations, Allstate Peterbilt of Fargo (N.D.) has been recognized as the 2012 Peterbilt North American Dealer of the Year. Dealer principals Don Larson and Jeff Vanthournout accepted the award during the annual Peterbilt Dealer Meeting, held at the PACCAR MX Engine manufacturing facility in Columbus, Miss. "It is a pleasure to present Allstate Peterbilt of Fargo with Peterbilt's highest honor, one that is truly earned and deserved by this outstanding dealership," said Darrin Siver, Peterbilt general manager and PACCAR vice president. "Their entire organization is committed to set- ting the bar higher every day. The result is superior customer satisfaction and a constant focus on improving efficiency, productivity and profitability." Said Larson, "We are honored to be named Peterbilt's North American Dealer of the Year, a distinction that would not be possible without our entire team at Allstate Peterbilt of Fargo," said Larson. "Each employee brings a passion and innovativeness to their work, every day, always putting the customer first and always setting higher standards for our industry." The North American Dealer of the Year Award is among six Best in Class Awards given during the annual event. "Peterbilt is proud to have the strongest dealer network in North America, focused on providing customers with premium products," said Siver. Receiving Best in Class Awards were: PETERBILT OF SPRINGFIELD (Dealer Principals Glenn, Kevin, Kory and Kyle Larson) RUSH PETERBILT TRUCK CENTER – OKLAHOMA CITY (Dealer Principals Marvin and Rusty Rush) STAHL PETERBILT – EDMONTON (Dealer Principal Eddy Stahl) PETERBILT OF LAFAYETTE (Dealer Principal Jack Brabham) PETERBILT MANITOBA (Dealer Principal Doug Danylchuk) Additionally, Peterbilt recognized the following dealerships: RUSH PETERBILT TRUCK CENTER – Medium Duty Dealer of the Year VALLEY PETERBILT (Stockton, Calif.) — PACCAR MX-13 Dealer of the Year CAMIONS EXCELLENCE PETERBILT (Laval) — Parts and Service Dealer of the Year WESTERN PETERBILT (Spokane) —TRP Dealer of the Year We know your truck. Let us help you finance it. PACCAR Financial has been committed to the success of those who buy Peterbilt trucks for over 50 years. We offer a wide variety of customized finance products tailored to your business needs. Contact PACCAR Financial for more information. 800-777-8525 paccarfinancial.com