True North Fleet Services Expands into the Southeast with Strategic Georgia Partnerships
True North Fleet Services (“True North”), a fast-growing national platform of fleet maintenance and repair providers, has taken a major step forward in its expansion strategy with the addition of two Georgia-based truck repair operators: Elite Diesel and Myles Truck Repair. The new partnerships mark True North’s official entry into the Southeast United States, a region widely regarded as one of the most active and fragmented fleet services markets in the country.
The move significantly strengthens True North’s geographic reach while expanding its technical capabilities across heavy-duty engine repair, fabrication, collision services, and 24/7 roadside and towing support. As fleet operators face mounting pressure to improve uptime, manage operating costs, and comply with increasingly stringent safety and environmental standards, True North’s latest expansion positions the company to deliver more comprehensive, end-to-end solutions across one of the nation’s busiest freight corridors.
Entering a High-Growth, High-Demand Market
The Southeast U.S. plays a critical role in North American logistics, serving as a gateway for port traffic, regional distribution, and interstate freight movement. Georgia, in particular, has emerged as a logistics powerhouse, anchored by the Port of Savannah—one of the fastest-growing container ports in the United States—and an extensive highway network that supports long-haul and regional trucking operations.
By partnering with Elite Diesel and Myles Truck Repair, True North gains immediate access to this strategically important market. The addition of these operators not only expands the platform’s footprint but also diversifies its service mix, allowing it to meet a wider range of fleet needs in both urban and regional environments.
“These partnerships represent a major milestone for True North,” said Gary Price, Chief Executive Officer of True North Fleet Services. “They allow us to bring our model into the Southeast, a highly fragmented and rapidly growing region where fleet operators are increasingly seeking reliable, scalable service partners. Elite Diesel and Myles Truck Repair exemplify the standards of safety, quality, and customer focus that define our platform.”
Elite Diesel: Heavy-Duty Expertise with Regional Reach
Elite Diesel, founded and led by industry veteran Jimmy Knight, has built a strong reputation in Georgia for its deep expertise in heavy-duty diesel repair and equipment maintenance. Headquartered in Augusta with a second facility in Savannah, Elite Diesel serves fleets operating across major transportation corridors and port-adjacent routes.
The company specializes in a wide range of services, including heavy-duty truck repairs, general diesel maintenance, welding and fabrication, and heavy equipment servicing. Its proximity to the Port of Savannah makes it a critical service provider for fleets involved in drayage, regional distribution, and long-haul freight movement.
Elite Diesel’s technical capabilities add an important layer to True North’s platform, particularly in areas such as fabrication and specialized engine work, where skilled labor and experience are increasingly difficult to find.
“True North shares our long-term vision and truly understands the value of what we’ve built,” said Jimmy Knight, Founder of Elite Diesel. “They respect our culture, our people, and our commitment to doing things the right way. That alignment made this partnership a natural next step for us.
Knight emphasized that the partnership will enable Elite Diesel to scale more effectively without sacrificing service quality. With access to True North’s capital resources, advanced service technology, data systems, and back-office infrastructure, Elite Diesel plans to expand its reach across the Southeast while continuing to invest in its workforce.
Myles Truck Repair: Dealer-Level Service Across Metro Atlanta
Complementing Elite Diesel’s regional and port-focused capabilities, Myles Truck Repair brings a strong urban and metropolitan presence to the True North platform. Founded more than a decade ago by Todd Myles, the company operates multiple facilities across the greater Atlanta area, including locations in Lawrenceville, Auburn, Winder, and Fayetteville.
Myles Truck Repair has built its reputation on delivering dealership-level repair and maintenance services to a diverse customer base, ranging from independent owner-operators to large commercial fleets. Its offerings include comprehensive preventive maintenance, advanced diagnostics, heavy-duty collision repair, and 24/7 roadside and towing assistance within a 50-mile radius of its facilities.
“For the past 13 years, our mission has been to keep Atlanta’s trucks moving safely and reliably,” said Todd Myles, Founder of Myles Truck Repair. “This partnership is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our technicians, who consistently deliver high-quality service under demanding conditions.”
Myles noted that joining the True North platform will allow the company to broaden its service offerings, access new end markets, and continue investing in training and equipment—all while preserving the brand identity and customer relationships that have driven its success.
Strengthening End-to-End Fleet Solutions
Together, Elite Diesel and Myles Truck Repair significantly enhance True North’s ability to deliver end-to-end fleet solutions across the Southeast. The combined capabilities of the two operators cover nearly every major fleet service requirement, from routine maintenance and emergency roadside assistance to complex engine rebuilds, fabrication work, and collision repairs.
“These partnerships enhance our mobile service capabilities and expand our heavy-duty engine repair expertise,” Price explained. “They also help us better serve customers who operate across multiple states and need consistent service quality wherever their vehicles are deployed.”
The expansion aligns with True North’s broader “Better Tomorrow–Stronger Together” strategy, which focuses on building a collaborative network of best-in-class operators while providing centralized resources that allow local businesses to grow sustainably.
A Platform Built on Partnership, Not Consolidation
Unlike traditional consolidation models that often absorb local operators into a single brand, True North’s platform approach emphasizes partnership and autonomy. Elite Diesel and Myles Truck Repair will continue to operate under their existing brands, maintaining their local leadership teams and customer relationships.
In return, they gain access to shared technology, operational best practices, centralized procurement, data analytics, and administrative support. This model allows True North to scale nationally while preserving the entrepreneurial culture and technical expertise that define each partner business.
“Our goal is to support great operators, not replace them,” Price said. “By combining local expertise with national-scale resources, we create a platform that benefits customers, employees, and partners alike.”
Building on a Growing National Footprint
The Georgia partnerships follow True North’s earlier expansions into other key markets. The company previously announced partnerships with Billy Bob’s Repair & Tire, a full-service repair operator based in San Antonio, Texas, and PennFleet, a fleet services provider headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Together, these partnerships reflect a deliberate expansion strategy focused on high-traffic freight regions and underserved service markets. As fleet operators increasingly seek nationwide service coverage without compromising quality, platforms like True North are becoming essential partners in keeping vehicles on the road.
True North’s growth is supported by Garnett Station Partners, a New York-based principal investment firm managing approximately $4 billion in assets. Garnett Station’s backing provides the capital and strategic guidance needed to pursue long-term growth while investing in people, technology, and operational excellence.
Positioned for Long-Term Industry Transformation
The fleet maintenance and repair industry is undergoing significant transformation, driven by labor shortages, rising vehicle complexity, and the gradual adoption of alternative powertrains. Against this backdrop, True North’s expanding platform positions it to help fleets navigate change while maintaining uptime and controlling costs.
With its entry into the Southeast through Elite Diesel and Myles Truck Repair, True North signals its intention to become a truly national fleet services platform—one built on collaboration, technical excellence, and a shared commitment to customer success.
As Price concluded, “This is about more than expansion. It’s about building a stronger, more resilient fleet services ecosystem that delivers real value today and is prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.”
About True North Fleet Services
True North Fleet Services is a national platform of premier fleet maintenance and repair providers, united by a shared commitment to operational excellence, reliability, and service innovation. Our platform brings together best-in-class, founder-led businesses to deliver comprehensive fleet repair and services across the country. By investing in people, technology, and process discipline, we empower our partners to scale while preserving the local trust and integrity they’ve built over decades. At True North, we’re building a platform that keeps America’s fleets Road Ready and ensures our customers have complete satisfaction.
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