HomeIndustry ReleasesAllied Specialty Vehicles Announces Completion of Thor Industries Bus Acquisition Industry ReleasesOperations Allied Specialty Vehicles Announces Completion of Thor Industries Bus Acquisition October 24, 2013 Share FacebookXPinterestLinkedinReddItTumblrEmail ORLANDO, Fla. — Allied Specialty Vehicles (ASV) announced the completion of the previously disclosed acquisition of the bus division of Thor Industries, Inc. The acquisition includes seven of the bus industry’s most prominent brands: Champion Bus Inc., General Coach America Inc., Goshen Coach Inc., El Dorado National California Inc., El Dorado National Kansas Inc., Krystal Coach and Federal Coach. “We are excited to complete this acquisition and officially welcome all employees and dealers to the ASV family,” said Peter Guile, president and CEO of Allied Specialty Vehicles. “For our new employees, customers and suppliers, we expect a seamless transition to new ownership and look forward to continuing to provide the products, quality and experience you’ve come to trust with these brands.” When combined with Collins Bus Corporation, these additional bus businesses position ASV as one of the largest producers of buses in North America, providing buses to the transit, shuttle, courtesy, luxury and school bus markets. Allied Specialty Vehicles (ASV) ASV is a $1.5 billion-plus manufacturer comprised of industry leading brands serving Commercial, Fire & Emergency and Recreational vehicle markets. Within the Commercial segment ASV offers a full line of buses, terminal trucks and sweeper vehicles. The Fire & Emergency segment offers a full line of Fire Apparatus and Ambulances. Within the Recreational Vehicle the company produces motorized RV’s under many of the industry’s most iconic brands. For more information, visit us at www.alliedsv.com. TagsBusiness Share FacebookXPinterestLinkedinReddItTumblrEmail Previous articleNASDPTS Alters Its Support of Three-Point Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts on School BusesNext articleBusWest Buys Auto Safety House, Expands Thomas Built Service RELATED ARTICLES Industry Releases The School District of Philadelphia (PA) Turns to Transfinder for Routing Industry Releases New York Association for Pupil Transportation Urges Motorists to be Extra Careful as Schools Reopen Operations Planned Versus Actual Routes and the Impact on Unnecessary Mileage Operations School Districts Look for Innovative Approaches to Recruiting and Training Industry Releases 76% Say Reliable Transportation Makes Child More Successful in School, Research Finds Operations Routing Analytics Matter for Fuel Efficiency, Experts Agree Digital Editions August 2026 The August issue explores the people, technology and strategies keeping school bus fleets running safely and efficiently. Learn how... Partner Updates Norman Public Schools Has All the “Finders” + One Critical Transportation... The Importance of Streamlined Communication in School Bus Transportation for Safety... Buyers Guide Buyer’s Guide 2026 Find the latest vehicle production data and budget reports, industry trends, and contact information for state, national and federal... Multimedia (Free Webinar) Transportation: The Missing Link for Attendance, Enrollment, and Equity (STN Podcast E320) Unpacking Updates: Legal Eagle Illuminates U.S. Department of Education Shifts Watch: Michigan Association Releases Lomas Brown PSA for Back to School Poll Is your transportation operation short mechanics/technicians heading into the new school year?YesNo32 votesVoteResultsBack to vote Special Reports Green Bus Summit Drives School Transportation Efficiency, Modernization Data & Routing Analytics for Fuel Efficiency Industry Ascension Helping First-Time Riders Approach the School Bus with Confidence
