LBS South Closes Deal To Become New Distributor For IC Bus⿢ Brand Buses In Florida

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- There will be a new name in Florida for the sale and support of IC Bus™ brand buses, as LBS South today announced it has completed a deal with Jacksonville-based Rivers Bus and RV Sales for certain business assets and the distribution rights for IC Bus™  buses.

"The completion of the deal between Rivers Bus and LBS South is an important milestone for IC Bus ™ customers in Florida," said Mike Leonard, President of LBS South.  "It marks the changing of the guard and sets the stage for LBS South to bring our award-winning customer support and commitment to excellence to our new Florida customers."

LBS South is owned and operated by the Leonard family, a recognized leader in the school bus distribution industry and owner of Leonard Bus Sales in New York.  The company brings an industry-wide reputation as a leader in the sale and support of quality buses. 

"IC Bus is pleased that Leonard Bus Sales is expanding operations in Florida," said John McKinney, President of Navistar Global Bus. "As the recipient of the 'IC Bus Eastern Region Dealer of the Year' award in 2011, I am confident that LBS South will continue to excel in providing cost-effective transportation solutions to the market, matched by their unparalleled customer support."

"We are looking forward to meeting and supporting our new customers," said Leonard.  "When you buy a bus from LBS South, you not only get great buses and unparalleled customer support, but you also get a trusted advisor who cares about your success."

LBS South will offer a range of training, service and support to customers by using mobile support vehicles and expanding the capabilities of the former Rivers Bus facility. 

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