Dodge Center, MN (February 19, 2026) – McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK) business, proudly announced Haaker Equipment as the recipient of the 2025 McNeilus Dealer Partner of the Year Award. This milestone marks the first time McNeilus has presented the Dealer Partner of the Year honor, with Haaker Equipment recognized as the inaugural recipient for its exceptional performance, partnership and dedication to customers across the municipal and refuse markets.
The Dealer Partner of the Year Award was established to recognize a dealer partner who exemplifies excellence across sales, service and aftermarket support, while demonstrating strong alignment with McNeilus’ commitment to innovation, quality and customer-focused solutions. The inaugural award reflects McNeilus’ continued investment in strengthening its dealer network and expanding access to the service capabilities and resources customers rely on across North America.
“Being named the first-ever McNeilus Dealer Partner of the Year is an incredible honor that reflects the strength of our partnership and the dedication of our entire team,” said Robin Haaker, chief executive officer of Haaker Equipment. “This recognition belongs to our 150 employees across all our branches in Arizona and California who show up every day to serve our customers with excellence. McNeilus has been an outstanding partner as their commitment to innovation, quality and customer service aligns perfectly with our values. We’re grateful for their trust in us, and we’re excited to grow this partnership as we serve the municipal and refuse markets together.”
As McNeilus continues to expand and enhance its dealer network, the Dealer Partner of the Year Award highlights the critical role dealers play in delivering reliable equipment, responsive service and long-term customer support.
“Our dealer partners are essential to our success and to the customers we serve every day,” said Lee Dreas, president of McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing. “As our dealer network continues to advance, we recognize partners who truly exemplify what strong collaboration looks like. Haaker Equipment sets the standard through their customer-first mindset, operational excellence and shared commitment to innovation. We’re proud to recognize them as our first Dealer Partner of the Year and look forward to continuing to grow together.”
Haaker Equipment is a female-owned business with decades of experience with heavy-duty equipment including city sweepers, sewage equipment, hydro-excavation trucks and refuse and recycling collection solutions. Haaker serves the California and Arizona markets and provides enhanced access to parts, service and sales support.
Through its independent dealer network, McNeilus is committed to ensuring refuse and recycling customers have reliable access to industry-leading service, support and innovation wherever they operate. McNeilus dealers serve as single-source experts, providing vehicle sales, aftermarket parts, training, warranty support and ongoing service. Backed by a robust network across North America, McNeilus continues to strengthen regional support and customer access to the resources needed to operate safely, efficiently and effectively.
For more information about McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing and its dealer partner network, visit www.mcneilusgarbagetrucks.com.