TMC Trailers and Elite Truck Specialists Announce Joint Venture to Manufacture High-Quality Linehaul Curtainside Truck Bodies in Auckland

AUCKLAND, New Zealand – TMC Trailers, a leader in trailer design and manufacturing with a loyal customer base built over decades of delivering innovative and reliable solutions, and Elite Truck Specialists, a premier truck body manufacturer renowned for its craftsmanship and commitment to customer satisfaction, are excited to announce a strategic joint venture to manufacture TMC-designed curtainside truck bodies. This partnership strategically aligns both businesses by offering TMC's loyal customers access to Elite's exceptional Auckland-based manufacturing capabilities. Furthermore, it provides Elite's customers with a seamless solution for their trailer needs through TMC's market leading trailer and body designs.

Through this partnership, Elite Truck Specialists will manufacture TMC-designed curtainside truck bodies from their manufacturing facility in Wiri, Auckland. This collaboration offers customers a unique opportunity to purchase a complete transport solution with a matching curtainside trailer, designed for maximum efficiency and durability.

"We're delighted to partner with Elite Truck Specialists on this venture," said Richard Currie, Director of TMC Trailers. "This collaboration allows us to offer our high-quality truck bodies right here in Auckland, eliminating the need for customers to send their trucks to Christchurch for builds. By manufacturing in Auckland, we're making it easier and more convenient for North Island businesses to access our top-of-the-line designs without the additional logistics and travel costs. This partnership reflects our commitment to providing exceptional service and convenience to our loyal customers who have come to rely on TMC Trailers for quality and innovation."

Stephen de Kriek, Director of Elite Truck Specialists, expressed enthusiasm for the joint venture, stating,” We're excited to partner with a like-minded company. By combining our unique strengths, we look to provide a seamless purchasing and build experience for our customers, supported by an enhanced aftersales service network. This collaboration allows us to offer a complete transport solution, giving our valued customers, particularly those expanding their operations, convenient access to TMC's renowned truck body and trailer designs.”

Clifford Jackson, also a Director at Elite, added, "This venture leverages the strengths of both companies – TMC's design expertise and loyal customer base combined with Elite's manufacturing excellence, customer base and commitment to quality. We're confident that our customers will benefit from a high-quality, complete transport solution that not only meets but exceeds their expectations."

​This strategic partnership underscores the commitment of both TMC Trailers and Elite Truck Specialists to delivering innovative, high-quality transport solutions that meet the evolving needs of businesses across New Zealand.

TMC Trailers Ltd is thrilled to announce the relocation of our Auckland service centre from our current workshop in Wiri to a new, purpose-built facility located at 2 Toiawaka Road, Drury.

The new workshop in Drury represents not just a change in location, but a leap forward in our ability to serve our customers more effectively and efficiently. Designed with the needs of our clients and the demands of the industry in mind, the new facility allows us to expand our capabilities in structural and mechanical repairs on trucks and trailers, ensuring we continue to deliver the high-quality service TMC is known for.

An exciting addition to our new workshop will be a COF vehicle inspection lane, slated for completion August 2024. This addition underscores our commitment to providing comprehensive solutions under one roof.
Our new location in Drury will enable us to increase staffing levels, improve turnaround times, and continue providing exceptional service quality.

We are equally pleased to confirm that Stephen (Mille) Millichamp, our Auckland service centre manager, along with all existing team members, have made the transition to Drury which will allow a seamless continuation of service to our customers.
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"We are incredibly excited about the move to Drury," said Richard Currie, Managing Director at TMC Trailers Ltd. "This is a significant step for us as we strive to improve and expand our North Island operations.
We look forward to welcoming our clients to our new workshop and continuing to serve your needs with the same dedication and quality you have come to expect from TMC.

As we celebrate our 75th year in business, we've been reflecting on our journey, our accomplishments, and the road ahead. A journey filled with dedication, innovation, and countless stories. Our brand has always been a representation of our commitment to excellence, and as we prepare for the future, it's time to unveil something special.

We're thrilled to announce the refresh of our company logo! This change symbolises our promise to always evolve while staying rooted to our core values.

This refreshed logo is a blend of our rich heritage and a nod to the contemporary designs of today. It retains the essence of our original emblem, paying homage to our past, while introducing sleek and modern elements that showcase our forward-thinking approach.

​Happy 75th Anniversary to TMC Trailers! 🎉🚛🎉

In 1948, TMC Trailers started its journey and over the past 75 years has become a trusted name in the trailer manufacturing industry. We are incredibly proud to have reached this milestone and grateful for all of our loyal customers who have supported us along the way.

We have come a long way since our humble beginnings, but our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction remains the same. Our team of skilled professionals work tirelessly to design, manufacture and deliver the best trailers in the business.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our staff, customers, and partners for their support over the years. We look forward to continuing to provide innovative and reliable trailers for many more years to come.

TMC opens a new purpose built heavy transport service centre, complete with vehicle inspection lane undertaking heavy transport repairs, servicing, certifications, CoFs, and VCAs.