Kentucky Trailer Opens Detroit-Area Service Facility
Kentucky Trailer has opened its new 46,000-square-foot service and reconditioning facility at 53000 Grand River Avenue in New Hudson, Mich.
Kentucky Trailer has opened its new 46,000-square-foot service and reconditioning facility at 53000 Grand River Avenue in New Hudson, Mich.
Located 35 miles northwest of downtown Detroit near I-96, the new facility marks the third service and reconditioning location for Kentucky Trailer, in addition to Louisville, Ky., and Los Angeles/Fontana, Ca.
The New Hudson facility is equipped with ten manufacturing bays, CNC brake press and shear, multiple overhead cranes, and two paint booths. Complete paint, repair and reconditioning services are available for trailer and truck bodies regardless of type or brand.
The New Hudson service center is the second Michigan-based operation for Kentucky Trailer. Kentucky Trailer Technologies, located in Walled Lake, Michigan, opened in 2001 and builds highly-specialized mobile expandable trailers and vehicle transporters. The two divisions work in tandem to provide aftermarket service work through Kentucky Trailer-New Hudson and expanded production capacity for Kentucky Trailer Technologies.
"Opening the new service and reconditioning facility fits well with the current and long-term growth objectives projected from the Walled Lake, MI based division, Kentucky Trailer Technologies," says Tom Smiley, Inside Sales Manager at the KTT Division. "This strategic acquisition affords our Walled Lake team the additional production capacity needed to sustain its continued growth."
With approximately 30 technicians at each service facility, customers benefit from OEM quality repair and service work on door and seal applications, LED light conversions, lift gate installation and repair, ABS, tire inflation and auto lubrication systems. Additionally, aerodynamic and corrosion protection improvements and installation are available.
More Maintenance

Why Fleet Data Matters More Than Ever at Waste Connections [Watch]
Waste Connections' Chuck Palmer explains how telematics, predictive maintenance, safety analytics, and AI help keep vehicles on the road and drivers safe in this episode of HDT Talks Trucking.
Read More →
How to Prevent Summer Truck Cooling System Failures
Summer heat puts heavy-duty truck cooling systems under intense strain. Learn how preventive maintenance and accurate repair information can help reduce downtime.
Read More →
Deadline Extended for HDT Truck Fleet Innovators Nominations
Heavy Duty Trucking has extended the deadline for nominations for its Truck Fleet Innovators awards. The deadline has been extended to May 22.
Read More →
Why VMRS Is the Natural Link Between AI, Predictive Analytics, and Vehicle Repairs [Commentary]
Jon White was a leading figure in the development of VMRS. Now, after five decades of service, White says VMRS is becoming essential to the AI-driven future of truck maintenance.
Read More →
Mack Trucks Revamps PartsASIST Platform with Faster Performance, Improved Navigation
Mack Trucks has launched a redesigned version of its PartsASIST online ordering platform, adding faster search, real-time inventory visibility and enhanced order tracking.
Read More →
International Debuts ‘My International’ Connected Platform to Centralize Fleet Data, Service, and Dealer Communication
International’s New digital ecosystem unifies telematics, maintenance, and dealer interaction into a single interface, aiming to reduce downtime and deliver predictive fleet insights.
Read More →
Saving Fuel at the Wheel End
Wheel ends are often overlooked in the quest for better fuel economy. But Joshua Kucera, product manager, Stemco, warns that neglecting wheel ends can reduce fuel economy and increase maintenance headaches.
Read More →
Beyond Predictive: Questar Adds AI-Driven Repair Recommendations to Fleet Maintenance
Questar’s latest maintenance platform uses AI to flag potential failures, recommend repairs, and estimate the cost of waiting, helping fleets prioritize maintenance and save money and downtime.
Read More →
API Formally Approves Next-Gen Engine Oil Category for 2027 Engines
Heavy-duty engine oil marketers can begin finalizing formulations and preparing product packaging to meet the new oil specifications ahead of the January 1 licensing date.
Read More →
Fontaine Expands Flatbed Lineup with New Fleet-Focused Models, Eyes 2027 Launch
Fontaine is broadening its flatbed lineup with new models aimed at fleets, including a lightweight aluminum trailer expected in 2027 that emphasizes durability, repairability, and lower cost.
Read More →

