Dart Transit

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End of an Era: What the Dart Transit Sale Means for Drivers

If you’ve been out here a while, you know the Dart name. They’ve been around since 1934, started during the Great Depression, and stayed in the Oren family for more than 90 years. (Dart history: Dart “About Us”)

That family-owned chapter has officially closed. Dart Transit, Dart Express, and related subsidiaries were acquired by Avkha Equity Holdings, a private investment firm. (Official announcement: Dart press release (PDF))

Who bought Dart Transit?

Avkha Equity Holdings acquired Dart Transit, Dart Express, and its subsidiaries. (Source: Dart press release (PDF))

When did the sale take effect?

The deal became effective on January 1, 2026. (Source: Dart press release (PDF))

Who’s in charge now?

The leadership transition was clearly outlined:

  • Tom Witt joined as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • Mike DelBovo remains President of Dart Transit Group.
  • David Oren remains President of Dart Express.
  • Don Oren retired as part of the transition.

Industry confirmation of the leadership structure: Commercial Carrier Journal

What changes for drivers right now?

Answer: According to the official announcement, day-to-day operations are not changing. The Dart name remains, and drivers, customers, leadership, staff, facilities, and operating locations continue as normal. (Source: Dart press release (PDF))

Confirmed in writing: business operations remain unchanged, and the existing Dart operating entities stay intact.

What are the new owners saying they want to do?

Answer: Avkha Equity Holdings has stated plans focused on investment and growth, including:

  • Expanding lanes
  • Intermodal solutions
  • Dedicated fleet operations
  • Logistics management

(Outlined in the official press release: PDF)

How big is Dart today?

Answer: FreightWaves, citing FMCSA data, reports Dart operates approximately 971 power units and employs roughly 855 drivers. (Source: FreightWaves)

Commercial Carrier Journal reports a similar fleet size and driver count. (Source: CCJ)

The bottom line

Here’s what drivers should take away:

  • This is a confirmed ownership change effective January 1, 2026.
  • Key leadership remains in place, with a new CEO installed.
  • Dart states clearly: same name, same operations, same facilities.
  • Future changes, if any, will likely appear first in lanes, intermodal, dedicated fleets, or logistics.

Stay safe out there, and keep the shiny side up.

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