Two Family Businesses, One Goal: Taking Care of Truckers

In trucking, reputation isn’t built overnight. It’s built mile after mile, handshake after handshake, and customer after customer.

That’s exactly how 4 State Trucks and Swanks & Sons Chrome Shop grew into trusted names among drivers who take pride in their rigs.

Though they started in different states, both businesses were founded on the same simple principle: take care of drivers first, and everything else will follow.

Today, that shared mindset is bringing them together in a partnership rooted in family values, real service, and a passion for helping truckers build rigs that work hard—and stand out.

Built From the Ground Up

Back in 1979, 4 State Trucks began as a small, family-run International truck parts dealership in Joplin, Missouri. What started as a local parts supplier has grown into one of the most recognized names in aftermarket heavy-duty truck parts.

Over more than four decades, the company has built a reputation for delivering quality parts, honest service, and innovation in the trucking industry. Today, 4 State Trucks offers:

• One of the largest selections of aftermarket truck parts, chrome, and accessories
• The largest custom fabrication shop in Southwest Missouri
• A national presence through retail, e-commerce, and customer support
• Industry-recognized builds through their custom division, Chrome Shop Mafia
• The legendary GBATS Truck Show, which draws thousands of drivers and enthusiasts each year

What hasn’t changed is their commitment to serving truckers with the same family-business approach they started with.

A Chrome Shop Built on Old-School Values

Hundreds of miles away in Louisville, Kentucky, Swanks & Sons Chrome Shop was founded with a clear mission: help truckers build the baddest trucks on the road—while treating every customer like family.

Family-owned and operated, Swanks & Sons has spent more than 20 years helping drivers transform their trucks with upgrades like:

• Custom front bumpers
• Headache racks
• LED lighting packages
• Chrome accessories
• Full custom wraps and visual upgrades

But what truly sets them apart is their old-school approach to service—where trust, honesty, and relationships still matter. It’s the kind of shop where drivers can walk in, talk through their ideas, and work with people who understand both the lifestyle and the job.

A Partnership That Brings More to Drivers

With this partnership, drivers in Louisville and beyond gain access to something powerful: the reach of a national parts leader combined with the hands-on service of a trusted local chrome shop.

From the 4 State Trucks side, drivers benefit from:

• Access to a massive inventory of parts and accessories
• Support for all major heavy-duty truck makes and models
• A proven e-commerce platform and customer service team
• Decades of experience serving owner-operators, fleets, dealers, and repair shops

From the Swanks & Sons side, drivers gain:

• A local shop where they can see products firsthand
• Expert guidance on selecting the right upgrades
• Professional installation and customization
• Personalized service rooted in relationships, not transactions

In simple terms, 4 State Trucks brings the depth. Swanks & Sons brings the hands-on touch.

Regional Access Point for Custom Fabrications & Premium Parts Support

Swanks & Sons acts a local gateway for professional drivers in Kentuck to get premium chrome and necessary hardware parts without relying on mail order.

You can order online anywhere, and pick them up at the shop.

However, there’s still value in being able to walk in, talk to a product pro, and get the upgrades you need on the spot.

Their Kentucky-based shop let's drivers access a wider array of 4 State Truck parts and accessories conveniently. 

Chrome, Custom Builds, and Turning Heads

Truckers don’t just drive their rigs—they live in them, work in them, and take pride in them.

Through Chrome Shop Mafia and decades of custom builds, 4 State Trucks has helped redefine what’s possible in truck customization. From subtle upgrades to full show builds, they’ve built trucks that have earned attention across the industry.

Swanks & Sons shares that same passion. Their goal has always been simple: help drivers create trucks that reflect their personality while improving function and performance.

Together, this partnership makes it easier than ever for drivers to:

• Access premium chrome and custom parts
• Get expert advice locally in Louisville
• Install upgrades with confidence
• Build trucks that perform on the road and stand out at the fuel island

Whether it’s a working rig, a show truck, or something in between, drivers now have more options—and more support—than ever before.

Why This Matters for the Trucking Community

At their core, both companies believe in the same thing: serving the people who keep America moving.

For drivers, that means:

• Better access to quality parts
• More customization options
• Trusted local service backed by national resources
• Businesses that understand trucking isn’t just a job—it’s a way of life

This partnership strengthens the connection between national parts availability and local, personalized service.

It gives drivers more ways to maintain, upgrade, and take pride in the trucks they depend on every day.

Looking Ahead

For truckers ready to plan their next upgrade, the path is clearer than ever.

You can explore parts, get inspired by custom builds, and access one of the largest selections of aftermarket truck accessories in the country through 4 State Trucks. And in Louisville, you can walk into Swanks & Sons Chrome Shop, talk directly with experts, and turn your ideas into reality.

Two family businesses.

One shared mission.

And a whole lot of chrome bringing it all together.