The Holland Group, Inc. (Holland) has announced that several Holland fifth-wheel models are now available as active options within the data books of the Freightliner Group, which includes the Freightliner, Western Star and Sterling brands.

In addition to Holland's traditional fifth wheel offerings, they have expanded their Freightliner offerings with the acquisition of the Simplex fifth wheel product line from Consolidated Metco in the fall of 2004.

"Looking ahead, we will be active partners with the Freightliner sales and service organization with the goal of creating greater value for all Freightliner, Western Star and Sterling customers," said Jim Bush, Holland vp— sales & service.