Boss chain adding Yokohama tires

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (June 2, 2016) — Boss Truck Shop Inc.'s 44 locations have begun carrying a full line of commercial tires from Yokohama Tire Corp.

The truck stop chain said it also will offer Yokohama's roadside assistance and Yokohama Emergency Service (YES) to all Yokohama national account customers.

“We are excited to be partnering with Yokohama,” said Randy Haines, division head for Boss Truck Shops. “Their reputation through both their products and as a company gives us full confidence that our customers will benefit greatly from the expanded offering by Boss Shops.”

With the inclusion of the Boss Truck locations, Yokohama tires are offered in more than 500 travel stop network locations across the U.S.

Boss Truck Shops has locations in 23 states. The company offers tires, quick lube oil changes, preventive maintenance, brakes, electrical, drive train, air conditioning and other repairs, as well as 24-hour roadside service.

“Boss Truck Shops are a welcome addition to Yokohama, bringing valuable service and product solutions to fleets and owner-operators over the road,” said Tommy Bazzell, Yokohama director of national account, truck stop and OEM sales.

“The availability of Yokohama products and emergency service at their locations will assist in optimizing a truck's performance or minimizing downtime providing a positive impact to an operation's bottom line.”