MENU
SEARCHDES PLAINES, IL – The Outstanding Performance Awards were presented to vendors that delivered the highest sales performance results for Wheels' clients.
(L-R) Winners: Tom Wright, Tim Olthouse, and Jenna Wright, Kalamazoo Auto Auction; Kip Jarrell, Clarksville Auto Auction; Chris Wise, Kieth LeLux, Charleston Auto Auction; Darrin Aiken, assistant VP, Wheels Vehicle Remarketing; Sal Terranova, Gordon Stanley, Carolina Auto Auction; Lori Enos, Manheim New England; Joe Pye, Joe Pye Motor Company; and Phillip Braun, Manheim Dallas.
DES PLAINES, IL – Wheels, Inc. recently recognized its top regional auto auctions at an awards ceremony November 7 at the corporate headquarters.
The Outstanding Performance Awards were presented to vendors that delivered the highest sales performance results for Wheels' clients. Outstanding Quality Awards were given to vendors that deliver high-quality customer support for vehicle sales.
The following honorees received the Wheels' Outstanding Performance awards:
The following honorees received the Wheels' Outstanding Quality awards:
Western Region: Joe Pye Motor Company in Houston, TX
Central Region: Greater Kalamazoo Auto Auction in Schoolcraft, MI
Eastern Region: Charleston Auto Auction, Inc. in Moncks Corner, SC
Truck Region: Clarksville Auto Auction in Clarksville, TN
Wheels' remarketing network includes more than 140 carefully chosen vendors, including auctions, wholesale dealers and internet auction providers.
"Our entire vendor network has continued to post outstanding results in quality and performance year after year and we are grateful for their dedication to our clients and to Wheels," said Darrin Aiken, Wheels assistant vice president of vehicle remarketing.
Fleet supply has improved, but not everywhere. Merchants Fleet’s Charles Matthew explains where constraints still exist, what risks are emerging, and why fleets shouldn’t wait to place orders.
Read More →
The Merchants Fleet CEO contends that fleets that drive the business win the inches. In 2026, every one of them counts.
Read More →
As costs rise and scrutiny increases, fleets are refining criteria that govern eligibility for company-owned vehicles.
Read More →
The co-branded program with Stellantis’ mobility division scales up leasing and financing options nationwide with more cities to come online in 2026.
Read More →
Drawing over 640 attendees, the 2025 AFLA Annual Conference was held Sept. 14-17 at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Florida.
Read More →
The arrangement enables franchise dealers to offer flexible lease-to-own programs with no credit checks, no down payments, and no long-term commitments.
Read More →
Fleet managers: Share your experience to help benchmark fleet management companies’ service, strategy, and support.
Read More →
With Brice Adamson’s retirement, EFM hands the reins to Bryan Taylor. How will the company sustain its momentum in a changing fleet landscape?
Read More →
NVLA presented awards to four leaders whose vision, service, and innovation continue to shape the future of the vehicle leasing industry.
Read More →
CAR 2025: A JD Power expert ties together the leading automotive sales and supply trends among vehicle buyers facing the disruptions of impending tariffs this month.
Read More →
