Your business doesn’t provide cookie-cutter solutions to customer needs, so why should you accept them for yours? When you work with Royal Truck & Utility Trailer, Michigan’s largest and most respected Utility dry van dealer, you don’t have to.
We’ll help you explore a wide range of Utility dry van features that allow you to fully customize your trailer to match your brand and support efficient and profitable operations. Experience the legendary Royal Truck & Utility Trailer service as you dive deep into the options that can take an exceptional trailer to the next level.
Utility dry vans come standard with essential features that put them in their own category. The result of years of engineering and rigorous testing, these features give the trailers unparalleled strength and durability and include:
Utility dry van features already make them a staple in the shipping and logistics industry and an integral part of our economy. They provide unparalleled adaptability and versatility and remain one of the most convenient and affordable ways to transport cargo over long distances.
The custom features on Utility dry vans enhance their durability, efficiency, and convenience. For example, the 110.5 rear door height allows forklifts to move taller pallets into the trailer — and the optimized cargo space will enable you to transport more in less time. Features that add durability, like the steel logistics posts and corrosion resistance, cut maintenance expenses and downtime, so your loads keep moving toward their destinations.
One reason Utility Trailer is a leading manufacturer of dry vans, and a staple of Royal Truck & Utility Trailer, is the array of personalization options buyers can select to match their requirements. Shipping needs vary across industries, and the right trailer can make all the difference in productivity and cost-effectiveness.
Depending on your business requirements and preferences, you can add Utility dry van features like:
Royal Truck & Utility Trailer is the Midwest’s most respected and trusted Utility Trailer dealer. The foundation of our award-winning, family-owned dealership is delivering the best customer experience, which starts with listening to your needs and concerns to identify the perfect solutions. We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all sales approach and partner with every customer to provide a personalized experience.
When you work with Royal Truck & Utility Trailer, your priorities come first. From fuel efficiency and sustainability to versatility and reliability, we’ll help you choose from our inventory of Utility dry vans and add the custom features you need to check every box on your list.
Dry van trailers like the Utility 4000D-X Composite trailer might be the most common trailers rolling down the highway, but they aren’t all the same.
Contact Royal Truck & Utility Trailer at (313) 524-2531 today to learn more about Utility dry van features and how to customize a trailer to meet your company’s needs. With the most extensive inventory of trailers and a vast network of service bays to manage repair and maintenance for your whole fleet, we’re standing by to help you design your ideal transportation solution.
Chief Legal Officer
Anthony Sciara is our Chief Legal Officer, Corporate Secretary, and a Member of our Board of Directors. He has been a licensed attorney for nearly 15 years. Anthony earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Eastern Michigan University in 2002 and his Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois (Chicago) Law School in 2006. Anthony represented the company for eight years as outside counsel before formally joining the team in October of 2019. Anthony handles and/or supervises all legal and compliance matters for the company, including executive strategy, corporate transactions, and dispute resolution. In addition to his responsibilities with the company, Anthony serves as a member of the Board of Directors for the Northville Educational Foundation, participates in the Association of Corporate Counsel, and was previously an Adjunct Professor of Lawyering Skills at the University of Illinois (Chicago) Law School. Anthony is most proud that his position allows him the opportunity to solve problems for us in creative ways, which minimizes risk and maximizes success. The thing Anthony loves most about being part of Royal Truck & Utility Trailer is the sincere and uncommon passion that ownership, leadership, and other employees share for the success of the company.
Chief Financial Officer
Julie Igielski is the Chief Financial Officer at Royal Truck & Utility Trailer. Julie attended Michigan State University and earned her Bachelor’s in Merchandise Management in 2004 before attending Eastern Michigan University to get a Master’s degree in Accounting. After graduating with her MSA, she received her Certified Public Accountant license. Prior to joining the Royal team in 2013, Julie held various accounting positions at both publicly and privately owned companies. Since deciding to continue on in the family business nearly 8 years ago, she has helped us accomplish so much. Julie is in charge of all of our finances, creates all of our financial statements, works closely with our CEO and COO when making executive decisions, and works with the bank when acquiring new properties and companies. She is most proud of her CPA license and all of the growth and success she has helped Royal achieve. The thing she loves most about her job is being able to work with her family and her co-workers who have become her family over the years. We are so happy that Julie decided to join the team, we are so appreciative of all she does for us every day.
Chief Operating Officer
Adam Pigeon is the Chief Operating Officer here at Royal Truck & Utility Trailer. Adam joined the team in 2009 after graduating from Eastern Michigan University with a Bachelors of Science in 2008. He first joined us as a Parts Counter Representative and advanced to Parts Purchasing Manager. Adam was promoted to Chief Operating Officer in January of 2015 and under his leadership we have seen such tremendous growth. Adam is tasked with overseeing all of our day to day operations between all four facilities and works closely with Corporate Officers, Department VPs, and Directors to implement the company’s strategic plan. When asked about his favorite part about being a part of Royal Truck & Trailer, he shared that he loves the people he works with every day. Something Adam takes pride in is all of the company growth that he has helped achieve over his time at Royal. With over 10 years experience, he has become knowledgeable about the industry and strengthened his skills in operations management, leadership, team building, and contract negotiation. Adam has served on multiple industry advisory and councils and boards. Adam is such an asset to our company and we are so proud of everything he has accomplished during his time with us at Royal Truck & Trailer.
Chief Executive Officer
Ken Bumgardner is the CEO of Royal Truck & Utility Trailer. Ken is an extremely hardworking individual with interpersonal and problem-solving skills. He graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Business Management in 2001. Ken has been with the company since he was 12 years old, he was always helping out at the shop to spend time with his dad before joining the team full time in 2001. Before becoming our current CEO, he has held various positions working his way up in the company, such as: cleaner, parts runner, parts counter, parts manager, trailer salesman, office manager, vice president, and president. Ken wanted to join the family business because of his very close relationship with his family, and he loved working with and spending time with his dad. On a daily basis, he is in charge of merger and acquisitions and overseeing our C-level executives. In addition to these responsibilities, Ken also makes sure everyone at Royal is happy in their roles; he thoroughly enjoys working with all of the members of our team. Something he is very proud of is the acquisition of East Michigan Trailer Sales in 2017 because of how it has impacted the dynamic of Royal. He is on the Board of The National Trailer Association and formerly was on the Board of The Michigan Trucking Association. Under Ken’s leadership, we have accomplished great new highs and cannot wait to see what else we can accomplish in the future.
Chief Executive Officer
Ken Bumgardner is the CEO of Royal Truck & Utility Trailer. Ken is an extremely hardworking individual with interpersonal and problem-solving skills. He graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Business Management in 2001. Ken has been with the company since he was 12 years old, he was always helping out at the shop to spend time with his dad before joining the team full time in 2001. Before becoming our current CEO, he has held various positions working his way up in the company, such as: cleaner, parts runner, parts counter, parts manager, trailer salesman, office manager, vice president, and president. Ken wanted to join the family business because of his very close relationship with his family, and he loved working with and spending time with his dad. On a daily basis, he is in charge of merger and acquisitions and overseeing our C-level executives. In addition to these responsibilities, Ken also makes sure everyone at Royal is happy in their roles; he thoroughly enjoys working with all of the members of our team. Something he is very proud of is the acquisition of East Michigan Trailer Sales in 2017 because of how it has impacted the dynamic of Royal. He is on the Board of The National Trailer Association and formerly was on the Board of The Michigan Trucking Association. Under Ken’s leadership, we have accomplished great new highs and cannot wait to see what else we can accomplish in the future.