Tom Nehl Truck Company, a Freightliner, Western Star, Volvo, and Isuzu commercial truck dealership group headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, has completed the acquisition of South Georgia Western Star, a Western Star-only dealership based in Douglas, Georgia.

A statement from the company said this acquisition strengthens Tom Nehl’s presence in the South Georgia market and brings the number of the company’s locations from four to seven. Tom Nehl’s existing locations include two in Jacksonville, Florida, one in Lake City, Florida, and one in Waycross, Georgia. Tom Nehl also brings the Freightliner brand to the area, which means greater parts and service capabilities for customers in Douglas and beyond.

About the acquisition Tom Nehl owner Steve Bacalis said, “We are very much looking forward to welcoming the South Georgia Western Star employees to the Tom Nehl team, and to serving the customers in and around Douglas. This exciting growth is grounded in our customer-first approach and the same family-owned values that have guided Tom Nehl for decades.”

Lauren Scheible, executive vice president and co-dealer principal said, “The addition of Tom Nehl Douglas is a wonderful thing for the company and illustrates our growth trajectory. Tom Nehl’s future is bright and we’re glad to have the new Douglas team on board.”