
East Manufacturing has named Gulf Coast Truck and Equipment Co., as an authorized dealer carrying the full line of East trailers.
East Manufacturing has named Gulf Coast Truck and Equipment Co., as an authorized dealer carrying the full line of East trailers.

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East Manufacturing has named Gulf Coast Truck and Equipment Co., as an authorized dealer carrying the full line of East trailers.
“We are pleased to have Gulf Coast with their strong commitment to customer service join our dealer network,” said Dave de Poincy, president of East. “Their knowledge and sales expertise will further contribute to the success of East.”
Gulf Coast is an authorized Mack Truck dealer serving 37 counties in South Alabama with locations in Dothan, Mobile, Montgomery and Pine Hill.
The dealer will now also carry East’s flatbed, drop deck, dump and refuse trailers along with parts and service.
“We look forward to supporting the strong brand name and product offering that has made East Manufacturing an industry leader,” said J.R. Cross, Jr., president, Gulf Coast.
For more information on Gulf Coast, click here.

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