Urbana Auto And Truck Center
is hereby recognized as a
TOP GUN Professional Business!
Dave and Amber Hoskins, you are considered a champion business owners for building and managing Urbana Auto And Truck Center, an auto glass and auto repair company in Benton County.
Small businesses are the backbone of an economy.
The owners of these small businesses are entrepreneurs who often take many financial and business risks, provide employment opportunities, and add their creativity and ingenuity to the overall commerce of a local community, town, city, and county. Many business owners work long hours, endure challenging times, and make personal sacrifices.
Our research team at Expansion Support Services, owners of the County Advisory Board, identified Urbana Auto And Truck Center as a business that is appreciated by its customers and provides valuable services.
The company’s continued success speaks to the dedication, work ethic, and determination of co-owners Dave and Amber Hoskins, who have overcome the many business obstacles and barriers that are part and parcel to business ownership.
The foundation of Urbana Auto And Truck Center was built upon Dave’s lifelong passion for the automotive industry and the shared vision he and Amber had of creating a business where customers would receive dealership-quality service combined with the personal attention of a locally owned shop. After school, Dave spent countless hours tinkering on his own vehicles while simultaneously studying automotive technology. His commitment to mastering his craft led him to attend Kirkwood Community College, where he pursued formal automotive training. During this time, he worked nights at a truck repair shop while attending school during the day, a demanding schedule he maintained for four years.
After graduating, Dave entered the dealership world, where he quickly learned that success was measured by efficiency and performance rather than simply hours worked. Being paid by the job instead of the hour taught him valuable lessons about productivity, problem-solving, and customer service. Over the next twelve years, he continued to expand his knowledge and expertise, including serving as a Ford technician.
Eventually, Dave found himself at a crossroads when he was asked to transition into becoming a Dodge Sprinter technician. Around the same time, he accepted a position with another shop after being promised the opportunity to one day purchase the business. When that promise was not honored, Dave and Amber made the decision to take control of their own future. Through years of hard work, side jobs, disciplined saving, and a willingness to take a calculated risk, they launched Urbana Auto And Truck Center.
Today, Dave and Amber have built a reputation for combining dealership-level diagnostics, repairs, maintenance, and technology updates with the honesty, transparency, and personal touch that customers appreciate. What truly sets Urbana Auto And Truck Center apart is its commitment to customer service and the family-like environment that greets every customer who walks through the door. Dave and Amber pride themselves on being upfront, straightforward, and honest, ensuring customers understand exactly what is happening with their vehicles and what options are available to them.
Amber has become especially known for providing quick, honest service with a handshake and a smile, bringing back the kind of personalized customer care that many people remember from years ago when doing business felt more like dealing with family than simply completing a transaction. This dedication to treating customers like neighbors has helped Urbana Auto And Truck Center earn the trust and loyalty of motorists throughout the area.
We take this moment to acknowledge and thank Dave and Amber Hoskins for the past, present, and future contributions that Urbana Auto And Truck Center and its staff have made and will make in Benton County, Iowa.
Their commitment to the community extends far beyond their business. Urbana Auto And Truck Center proudly sponsors local school sporting programs, supports private youth sports organizations, contributes to booster clubs, sponsors local golf tournaments and golf course events, and regularly donates to schools and community causes. They are strong supporters of youth athletics at all levels and understand the important role these programs play in helping young people develop teamwork, confidence, and character. Dave and Amber have also become known for helping travelers and families who find themselves in distress, always recognizing when someone is in need and doing what they can to lend a helping hand.
Family is at the center of everything they do. When they are not working, Dave and Amber enjoy spending quality time with their children. Together, they enjoy boating, riding side-by-sides, and spending time outdoors. One of their greatest joys is watching their children compete in sports, from their high school years and now as they continue their athletic journeys at the collegiate level. They have also spent countless hours supporting their son throughout his baseball career, creating lasting memories at ballparks and travel baseball tournaments while celebrating his accomplishments both on and off the field. Watching their children grow, succeed, and pursue their goals has been one of the most rewarding parts of their lives.
Amber enjoys spending time with her girls, traveling to volleyball tournaments, and taking advantage of every opportunity to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. She has also created years of cherished memories with her son, from cheering him on during baseball and travel baseball competitions to watching him excel in school and develop into the person he is today. The values of family, hard work, and community involvement that guide Dave and Amber’s personal lives are the same values that have helped make Urbana Auto And Truck Center a respected local business.
Dave and Amber Hoskins, you are highly commended and appreciated for being business owners and for playing the business owner game in Benton County, Iowa.
Urbana Auto And Truck Center is accepting customers for its automotive repair, maintenance, diagnostics, and truck service solutions.
Call 319-443-8282 TODAY! You can also visit them online at https://urbanaautoandtruckcenter.com/
Please shop local and support this Top Gun Benton County local business!
Very Well Done Dave and Amber Hoskins!
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