Manufacturer Relationships
When a solution doesn’t exist, let’s create one.
At Model 1, we thrive on finding creative solutions to our customers’ toughest challenges. And where they don’t exist, we help create them. By gaining a deeper understanding of those challenges, we go all the way back to the manufacturer level to solve them. From product creation to widespread distribution, it’s through these manufacturer relationships that we all move the industry in the right direction: forward.
Model 1 and FOREST RIVER
quality manufacturing meets leading after-sales support
Right from the start in 2008, it was clear that a partnership between Model 1 and Forest River would give customers big advantages. Forest River’s unparalleled production capacity allows them to fill customer orders for everything from Class A motorhomes to commercial buses, quickly and without cutting corners. And buying Forest River vehicles through Model 1 means access to the best pricing and after-sales support network.
Model 1 and BRAUNABILITY
INNOVATION IN THE WORLD OF ACCESSIBILITY
When it comes to helping customers solve for accessibility, our decades-long partnership with BraunAbility is indispensable. BraunAbility is far and away the best-in-class supplier for both wheelchair lifts and low-floor accessible minivans. Like all of our key partners their vehicles are built the right way, at a reasonable price, with a standard for quality that’s unmatched in the minivan modification business. Together we’ve created and brought to market innovative new features and platforms that make transportation easier for everyone.
Model 1 and Ride
Model 1 Leads the way with RiDE electric school buses
At Model 1, we take pride in being an industry pioneer. This philosophy perfectly aligns with electric school bus manufacturer RIDE’s initiative of driving the future. It is in the spirit of this shared vision that a partnership between Model 1 and RIDE was forged. With over 60,000 zero-emission school buses deployed worldwide, RIDE defines leading the way, making their distribution through Model 1 a natural fit.
Model 1 and ARBOC
NATIONWIDE DISTRIBUTION FOR AMERICA’S LOW-FLOOR BUS LEADER
When ARBOC designed an entirely new class of cutaway lightweight buses, we jumped at the chance to make them available at Model 1 dealerships across the country. ARBOC’s commitment to low-floor designs accessible by ramp vs. lift has made them an in-demand industry favorite. And as a go-to for innovative ADA transportation options, Model 1 stands as a key distributor for ARBOC low-floor cutaways and Equess buses.
Model 1 and FRONTRUNNER
THE FUTURE OF INCLUSIVE TRANSPORTATION
When it comes to delivering the most innovative and accessible transit solutions, our partnership with Frontrunner is indispensable. Introducing their Frontrunner Low-Floor Minibus: Your ultimate solution for safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation. With a design that eliminates steps and wheelchair lifts, passengers experience Frontrunner’s unparalleled accessibility with each ride.
Model 1 and harbinger
AMERICAN-MADE ELECTRIC POWER FOR MEDIUM-DUTY FLEETS
Our partnership with Harbinger gives Model 1 customers a genuine edge in the medium-duty market. Harbinger builds its electric and hybrid chassis entirely in-house for exceptional reliability and lower operating costs. Paired with Model 1’s upfitting expertise and nationwide service network, our ready-to-work trucks provide a complete solution that keeps fleets moving and delivers long-term value.
featured COLLABORATIONS
It’s not just about partnering with companies who share the same values as us at Model 1. It’s also about helping create solutions for unmet needs in the commercial vehicle marketplace. Browse our key collaborations for real-world examples of what a partnership with Model 1 can produce.
- The Kestral by Morgan Olson
- Customized Community E-Transit
- Exclusive ADA-Approved E-Transit
- LA West Luxury Coaches
- Grech Motors
Model 1 and Morgan Olson
Introducing the KEstral by Morgan Olson
The next evolution of purpose-built work trucks on the Jeep Gladiator Platform. Available now through Model 1 in partnership with Morgan Olson. Engineered for professional trades, municipal fleets, and utility service providers, the Kestrel combines mobility, organization, and durability in one highly configurable work truck.
Model 1 and FOREST RIVER
solving supply chain issues with e-transit
Supply chain issues wreak havoc on commercial transit needs. That’s why Model 1 partnered with Forest River to customize Ford E-Transit Vans for community transit and keep a large inventory in stock.
Model 1, FOREST RIVER, Q’STRAINT, BRAUNABILITY, AND FREEDMAN SEATING
AN EXCLUSIVELY DESIGNed ADA-APPROVED E-TRANSIT VEHICLE
When Model 1 saw a need for a fully validated, totally unique E-Transit passenger van – unlike anything offered at the time – we brought in partners who could make sure it was done right. The end result? A certified electric vehicle with aluminum track flooring, reconfigurable rear seats, ADA-approved wheelchair positions, tie downs, a rear power lift, and more.
Model 1 and auto-flex
LA West: Unrivaled Design
A luxury coach is a statement of your brand’s commitment to the highest standards. L.A. West has a history of delivering on that promise, offering a seamless fusion of artistry and reliability.
When you acquire your L.A. West coach from Model 1, our partnership delivers a complete ownership experience, backed by expert support, flexible financing, and nationwide service to protect your investment for the long haul.
Model 1 and Grech Motors
Considering “Going Grech?” We can help.
Your brand promise is your greatest asset, and every detail of your service either reinforces it or undermines it. With Grech Motors, your transportation becomes a signature of your brand’s excellence.
Our Partners
“We couldn’t be more thrilled to be a part of this program. Model 1’s commitment to safety and quality are perfectly in sync with our mission to deliver the safest passenger seats in the market. When someone rides in one of these vans, they know no corners have been cut.”
– Dan Cohen, President, Freedman Seating
“Model 1 is the perfect partner for us to work with to scale our operations in the U.S. Their existing infrastructure gives us access to an expansive and well-trusted sales and service network right out of the gate and sets us up in the best way possible to be successful as we build our presence here.”
– Stefan Krause, CEO and Chairman, B–ON
“Our partnership with Model 1 Commercial Vehicles reflects a shared commitment to delivering dependable solutions for the commercial transportation market. By collaborating closely, we can ensure every vehicle is backed by the support and scale our customers rely on every day.”
– Douglas Wright, President, Forest River Bus & Van
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