Auto Truck Group Names Dondlinger President
Pete Dondlinger is replacing Jim Dondlinger as president of the Auto Truck Group, the upfitter has announced.

Pete Dondlinger

Pete Dondlinger
Pete Dondlinger is replacing Jim Dondlinger as president of the Auto Truck Group, the upfitter has announced.
In his new role, Pete Dondlinger will provide strategic leadership for Auto Truck, including working with company leadership to establish long term goals, strategies, plans and policies, according to the company. Pete joined Auto Truck Group 18 years ago.
Jim Dondlinger will transition to executive vice president for railroads. Jim recently celebrated 45 years with the company. Pete is Jim's son.

Jim Dondlinger
In a related move, Corey Stanley has been promoted to vice president of sales and marketing. In this position, he will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for Auto Truck’s sales and marketing teams. Stanley has been with the company for 13 years.
The Auto Truck Group is owned by Holman Enterprises.
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