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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Partner for Truck Leasing & Logistics Solutions
Brown NationaLease has been a trusted leader in the truck leasing and logistics industry since 1940. Founded on the principles of service excellence and integrity, we provide comprehensive solutions including truck and trailer leasing, contract maintenance, and logistics management. With nearly 20 locations across the Midwest and a family of companies, we deliver nationwide coverage and personalized support tailored to meet diverse transportation needs.Our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has fostered long-term relationships, evidenced by a 95% customer retention rate over decades. We pride ourselves on treating every client's equipment as if it were our own, ensuring reliability and efficiency in every service we offer.
Services
Truck Leasing
Truck Rental
Contract Maintenance
Logistics Management
Used Equipment Sales
Supply Chain Solutions
Dedicated Contract Carriage
24/7 Roadside Service
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of expertise in truck leasing and logistics since 1940.
- Our 24/7 roadside assistance covers North America through 550+ service locations.
- We provide personalized solutions through a family of specialized transportation companies.
- Our maintenance services treat client vehicles with the same care as our own.
- We maintain a 95% customer retention rate through proven reliability and service.
What people say
Great choice as a partner
Easy to deal with
Commitment to customer satisfaction
Keeps us competitive
95% retention rate
Services
Truck Leasing
We provide flexible leasing options for commercial tractors and trailers. Our leasing solutions reduce upfront costs while offering maintenance support and fleet scalability. Clients benefit from predictable expenses and access to modern equipment tailored to their operational needs.
Contract Maintenance
Our maintenance programs ensure vehicle reliability through scheduled and emergency repairs. Using factory-trained technicians and genuine parts, we minimize downtime while maintaining compliance with DOT inspections and safety standards for commercial fleets.
Truck Rental
We offer short- and long-term rentals for trucks, tractors, and trailers. With 550+ service locations, our rental fleet provides temporary solutions for seasonal demand or equipment transitions while maintaining 24/7 roadside assistance coverage.
Logistics Management
Our logistics solutions coordinate transportation, warehousing, and distribution needs. By integrating dedicated contract carriage with storage services, we optimize supply chain efficiency while adapting to clients' evolving requirements across North America.
Used Equipment Sales
We sell certified pre-owned commercial vehicles at competitive prices. Our inventory includes late-model trucks and trailers listed on major marketplaces, supported by financing guidance and inspection reports to ensure purchase confidence.
People
Tom Brown
President
Third-generation leader with deep industry knowledge, Tom guides strategic growth while upholding the family-founded values of integrity and customer-first service established in 1940.
Ray Swesey
Vice President, Sales
With decades of transportation experience, Ray leads sales initiatives and client relations, ensuring solutions align with evolving industry demands while maintaining personalized account management.
Brad Chubb
Director of Maintenance
Brad oversees nationwide service operations, implementing maintenance standards that ensure fleet reliability and regulatory compliance across all service locations and client vehicles.
Jake Swesey
Director of Marketing
Driving brand visibility, Jake develops marketing strategies that highlight our service capabilities and differentiate Brown NationaLease in competitive transportation markets through digital and traditional channels.
Taylor Brown
President
As a key executive, Taylor focuses on operational excellence and innovation, leveraging technology to enhance service delivery while maintaining the company's legacy of trusted transportation solutions.
Questions
What truck leasing options do you offer?
We lease tractors, trailers, and specialized commercial vehicles with flexible terms for businesses of all sizes.
Do you provide maintenance for leased equipment?
Yes, we offer full-service maintenance programs including inspections, repairs, and compliance management.
Are rental trucks available for short-term needs?
We provide temporary rentals with 24/7 roadside assistance at 550+ North American locations.
How can I purchase used commercial vehicles?
Browse our current inventory online or contact our sales team for pre-owned truck and trailer listings.
What logistics services do you provide?
Our family of companies handles dedicated carriage, warehousing, and end-to-end supply chain coordination.
Do you operate outside Iowa?
We serve clients nationwide with locations in 17+ cities across the Midwest and beyond.
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Dominick Thomas
Feb 19, 2020
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Tom of the grimes location will treat you horrible and swear at you call you names when things dont work out
