GREENSBORO, N.C. Daimler Buses North America has announced a strategic service partnership with Inland Power Group, formerly Inland Detroit Diesel-Allison.

Inland Power, which has locations in metro Chicago, Wisconsin and Indiana, becomes Daimler Buses flagship service center in the Midwest.

"Inland Power Group has a long history and a superb reputation for motorcoach service throughout the Midwest," said Pat Scully, chief commercial officer for Daimler Buses North America. "We are very excited about our new partnership with Inland Power Group as its locations and service will help in supporting and growing our motorcoach base in the Midwest."

Scully said Inland Power Group technicians have undergone factory training, including both basic and advanced training for all Setra coaches. Inland Power technicians will continue to receive factory training and ongoing quality reviews, to ensure that the highest levels of service are maintained.

Inland Power Group will provide Setra customers with all minor and major repair work, including full-service warranty repairs for all Setra coaches, as well as Detroit Diesel engine and Allison transmission service.

Inland Power Group also will perform chassis, suspension and electrical repairs along with planned preventative maintenance for all makes of buses and motorcoaches.

"Each of our locations is truly a one-stop source," said Greg Cole, president and CEO of Inland Power Group. "Each facility is fully outfitted with the most efficient, computerized state-of-the-art equipment, a full stock of parts for all makes and highly experienced professionals using proven systems."

Inland moves to new facility

Inland Power Group of Rockford, Ill., is relocating its Rockford operations to a larger facility.

The new facility, at 3736 11th St. in Rockford, has 14 service bays and roughly 23,000 square feet under roof, handling up to three times the customer volume of the old facility. The parts inventory area will double, providing faster repair periods for Inland customers.