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Patrick Hopkins: Why Stoops Specialty Trucks in Fort Wayne, IN
Looking for the advice of someone who is extremely experienced in the world of Expedite Trucking? Look no further than Patrick Hopkins. Hopkins, a native of Columbus, Ohio, got his start back in 1993 with Robert’s Express in a DR Unit. After running for several years, he began to assemble and grow his own small fleet. He operated and grew his business up until 2003. Currently, he operates and manages his late brother’s fleet with his sister-in-law. After 21 years, Hopkins has seen just about everything there is to see in the Expedite industry.
He is also no stranger to process of buying trucks. Over the past two decades, he has purchased over 25 units.
Throughout his first decade in the industry, Hopkins had heard the name “Jeff Jones†thrown around, but had never had the opportunity to meet him or look into Stoops Specialty Trucks. However, in 2004, after countless people had recommended Jeff Jones, Hopkins made the trip out to Fort Wayne, IN to meet Jones for himself. In 2005, he purchased his first truck from Stoops Specialty Trucks.
When asked about his experience with Jeff Jones and the staff at Stoops Specialty Trucks, Patrick responded:
“Without a doubt they build the best Custom Expediter available. Over the years they have continued to perfect them: not an easy task. Specs are impeccable. Chassis, engine, transmission, gear ratios and aerodynamics are exceptional. I have owned other brands and Jeff and his team have built the best-looking, driver-friendly, most efficient truck on the road. I contribute a lot of my driver retention to the equipment I provide.
“Last but not least, their resale value is second-to-none. I consider Jeff Jones a very good friend and extremely knowledgeable colleague. I cannot say enough about his integrity and support.â€
Hopkins would recommend SST to anyone who is serious about Expedite Truck Driving.
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