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Penske Names Maxon Best Performing Liftgate Supplier for 2025

Recognition from field surveys, corporate feedback, supplier scorecards

SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif. — Maxon Lift Corp., a liftgate manufacturer in North America that also provides products for industrial laundry vehicles based here, was recently awarded the Best Performing Liftgate Supplier title in 2025 by Penske Truck Leasing.  

“This prestigious award reflects Maxon’s focus to supporting every aspect of our customer partners’ operations,” says James Delucchi, Maxon vice president of sales for lease, rental, and fleet.

“It’s a true companywide achievement made possible by the commitment and teamwork of every department across our organization.” 

Penske presented the award at its recent Supplier Conference in Frisco, Texas. The recognition encompasses survey feedback from numerous Penske field service locations, corporate feedback and internal supplier scorecards. 

This marks the second time in the past six years that Maxon has earned the award.

“What an incredible honor to be recognized as Penske’s Top Liftgate Supplier in 2025,” says Brent Stratton, co-president at Maxon. “Our dedicated and knowledgeable team consistently supports Penske at every level of their organization, whether local or nationwide.  

“We value our partnership with an industry-leading organization like Penske and appreciate the recognition bestowed upon us by this award.”

Penske Awards Maxon Best Performing Liftgate Supplier in 2025

Maxon team members (from left) Howard Smith, James Delucchi, Arnold Kowal and Scott Kalinik with the Best Performing Liftgate Supplier award from Penske Truck Leasing. (Photo: Maxon Lift Corp.)

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