FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LME Receives Gold Award in 2004 National Fleet Safety Awards Program May 18, 2005

ROSEVILLE, MN -- Lakeville Motor Express was presented a Gold Award by Great West Casualty Company as part of the 2004 National Fleet Safety Awards Program.

"Our drivers deserve all of the credit", commented Scott Schilling, Director of Safety and Compliance. "Their hard work, dedication and the professionalism they display day in and day out is reflected in this award".

The Fleet Safety Award Program drew over 400 entries from across the country. Carriers were recognized for achieving low preventable accident frequency per million miles of operation. The Fleet Safety Awards program recognizes fleets in similar operations (truckload and less than truckload) with awards based on their year-end preventable accident results. The carriers then received a Platinum, Gold, Silver or Participatory award..

Founded in 1921, family-owned Lakeville Motor Express provides regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services in nine states in the Upper Midwest. LME, based in Roseville, MN, serves a diverse customer base through an extensive terminal network and a fleet of over 1150 tractors and trailers. Complete coverage in the United States and Canada is realized through LME's membership in the ExpressLINK service network.

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Increases Announced for May 2nd, 2005

April 20, 2005

ROSEVILLE, MN -- Peter Martin, President of Lakeville Motor Express, issued the following open letter to Lakeville Motor Express customers announcing rate increases to be effective May 2, 2005.

May 2, 2005

Dear Valued Customer:

Thank you for allowing Lakeville Motor Express to be your transportation provider.  Your continued loyalty and support make it possible for us to accomplish our mission of providing both value and quality service to you and your customers.  We sincerely appreciate your business.

Over the past year, we have made great strides to expand our service capabilities to better serve you, while at the same time, controlling escalating operating costs.  We have gained efficiencies thru technology, operating improvements, and productivity gains.

However, the past year has also seen significant increases in the cost of doing business that are not related to normal operating upgrades.  Some escalating costs we are able to absorb while others, such as liability insurance (38% increase) are simply beyond our control.  Labor related costs have increased, in part due to a severe nationwide shortage of qualified drivers.

In order for us to provide the high quality of service required in today’s transportation market, we must increase our rates.  Effective May 2, 2005, Lakeville Motor Express will take a 5.5% general rate increase.  This increase will apply to all of our tariffs, including discount tariffs, commodity tariffs, and our base rate tariff LKVL500.  Minimum charges will be increased by approximately the same percentage.

As everyone is well aware, fuel costs remain volatile.  Under the circumstances, Lakeville has determined that the only equitable approach in handling the fluctuating fuel prices is to continue the existing fuel surcharge program.  This fuel surcharge will be reduced or cancelled when the price of fuel declines in accordance with our fuel surcharge table.

Thank you for your business and continued support.

Sincerely,

Pete Martin

Peter Martin
President 

Founded in 1921, family-owned Lakeville Motor Express provides regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services in nine states in the Upper Midwest. LME, based in Roseville, MN, serves a diverse customer base through an extensive terminal network and a fleet of over 1150 tractors and trailers. Complete coverage in the United States and Canada is realized through LME's membership in the ExpressLINK service network.

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Lakeville Motor Express
2833 Fairview Avenue North
Tel: 651-636-8900
FAX: 651-638-9694

Increases Announced for June 1st

May 14 , 2004

ROSEVILLE, MN -- Peter Martin, President of Lakeville Motor Express, issued the following open letter to Lakeville Motor Express customers announcing rate increases to be effective June 1, 2004.

May 14, 2004

Dear Valued Customer:

Thank you for allowing Lakeville Motor Express to be your transportation provider. Your continued loyalty and support make it possible for us to accomplish our mission of providing both value and quality service to you and your customers. We sincerely appreciate your business.

Over the past year, we have made great strides to expand our service capabilities to better serve you, while at the same time, controlling escalating operating costs. We have gained efficiencies thru technology, operating improvements, and productivity gains.

However, the past year has also seen significant increases in the cost of doing business that are not related to normal operating upgrades. Some escalating costs we are able to absorb while others, such as liability insurance (38% increase) are simply beyond our control. Labor related costs have increased, in part due to a severe nationwide shortage of qualified drivers.

In order for us to provide the high quality of service required in today’s transportation market, we must increase our rates. Effective June 1, 2004, Lakeville Motor Express will take a 6.1% general rate increase. This increase will apply to all of our tariffs, including discount tariffs, commodity tariffs, and our base rate tariff LKVL500. Minimum charges will be increased by approximately the same percentage.

As everyone is well aware, fuel costs remain volatile. Under the circumstances, Lakeville has determined that the only equitable approach in handling the fluctuating fuel prices is to continue the existing fuel surcharge program. This fuel surcharge will be reduced or cancelled when the price of fuel declines in accordance with our fuel surcharge table.

Thank you for your business and continued support.

Sincerely,

Pete Martin

Peter Martin
President 

Founded in 1921, family-owned Lakeville Motor Express provides regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services in nine states in the Upper Midwest. LME, based in Roseville, MN, serves a diverse customer base through an extensive terminal network and a fleet of over 1150 tractors and trailers. Complete coverage in the United States and Canada is realized through LME's membership in the ExpressLINK service network.

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Lakeville Motor Express
2833 Fairview Avenue North
Tel: 651-636-8900
FAX: 651-638-9694

New Guaranteed Service

June 2, 2003

ST. PAUL, MN - Lakeville Motor Express will enter the guaranteed service market with a new product offering starting in June. LME's new Xpress Gold service will provide customers with date and time guaranteed delivery to most points within LME's 9-state direct Midwest region. Charges for guaranteed service will vary depending on what level of service the customer chooses. There will be 4 levels of service offered:

Service	Delivery Time
Xpress Gold Standard	Guaranteed Standard Delivery
Xpress Gold Noon	Guaranteed Standard Delivery by 12:00 Noon
Xpress Gold Ten	Guaranteed Standard Delivery by 10:00 A.M.
Xpress Gold Expedited	Time or Date Specific Delivery, including Weekends & Holidays

Standard delivery means on the published transit date.

"In many cases we’re already providing this type of service" according to Gary Rydberg, VP of Operations, "but the customer will now have a written money-back guarantee and they will have a single point of contact within our Xpress Gold call center”. Gary went on to say “other trucking companies, including our ExpressLink partners, already offer similar programs and these fill an important niche in the marketplace”.  

Customers can arrange for Xpress Gold service simply by calling a special toll free number (866-563-9777). The Xpress Gold representative will quickly ascertain whether the level of service requested can be performed, arrange for pickup and then in turn contact the customer by phone, fax or email once the shipment has been delivered. Shipment charges will be based on the customer’s regular pricing program with an additional fee for Xpress Gold Guaranteed Service. Xpress Gold service will start on June 3, 2003. 

Founded in 1921, family-owned Lakeville Motor Express provides regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services in nine states in the Upper Midwest. LME, based in St. Paul, MN, serves a diverse customer base through an extensive terminal network and a fleet of over 950 tractors and trailers. Complete coverage in the United States and Canada is realized through LME's membership in the ExpressLINK service network.

June 19 , 2003

ROSEVILLE, MN -- Peter Martin, President of Lakeville Motor Express, issued the following open letter to Lakeville Motor Express customers announcing increases for July 7, 2003.

June 19, 2003

Dear Valued Customer:

Thank you for allowing Lakeville Motor Express to be your transportation provider. Your continued loyalty and support make it possible for us to accomplish our mission of providing both value and quality service to you and your customers. We sincerely appreciate your business.

Over the past year, we have made great strides to expand our service capabilities to better serve you. At the same time, controlling escalating operating costs has been our number one priority. We have gained efficiencies thru technology, operating improvements, and productivity gains.

However, the past year has also seen significant increases in the cost of doing business that are not related to normal operating upgrades. Some escalating costs we are able to absorb while others, such as liability insurance (47% increase) are simply beyond our control. Labor costs, due to a severe nationwide shortage of qualified drivers remain a challenge.

In order for us to provide the high quality of service required in today’s transportation market, we must increase our rates. Effective July 7, 2003, Lakeville Motor Express will take a 5.9% general rate increase. This increase will apply to all of our tariffs, including discount tariffs, commodity tariffs, and our base rate tariff LKVL 500. Minimum charges will be increased by approximately the same percentage.

As everyone is well aware, fuel costs remain volatile. Under the circumstances, Lakeville has determined that the only equitable approach in handling the fluctuating fuel prices is to continue the existing fuel surcharge program. This fuel surcharge will be reduced or cancelled when the price of fuel declines in accordance with our fuel surcharge table.

Thank you for your business and continued support.

Sincerely,

Peter Martin
President 

Founded in 1921, family-owned Lakeville Motor Express provides regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services in nine states in the Upper Midwest. LME, based in St. Paul, MN, serves a diverse customer base through an extensive terminal network and a fleet of over 950 tractors and trailers. Complete coverage in the United States and Canada is realized through LME's membership in the ExpressLINK service network.

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August 5, 2002

ST. PAUL, MN – Lakeville Motor Express has added two new terminal locations in the state of Wisconsin. These terminals, located in Appleton and Wausau, will join with six other Wisconsin locations to provide 100% state-wide coverage. A full range of customer services, including pick-up and delivery services, are also provided at terminal locations in Centuria, Eau Claire, Hudson, Madison, Milwaukee and Superior.

Lakeville Motor Express Opens New Terminals in Wisconsin New Terminals Mean Enhanced Service in Northeastern Wisconsin and Beyond Minnesota-based Lakeville Motor Express (LME) recently opened two new Wisconsin terminals -- in Appleton and Wausau. LME, now with 51 terminals in nine states, provides daily less-than-truckload (LTL) pickups and deliveries throughout the Midwest region.

July 10 , 2002

ROSEVILLE, MN -- Peter Martin, President of Lakeville Motor Express, issued the following open letter to Lakeville Motor Express customers announcing increases for July 29, 2002.

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July 19 , 2001

ROSEVILLE, MN -- Peter Martin, President of Lakeville Motor Express, issued the following open letter to Lakeville Motor Express customers announcing increases for July 30, 2001.

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100% Direct Service in Kansas October 1, 2001 ROSEVILLE, MN – Lakeville Motor Express is now providing direct service to all zip code points in the state of Kansas. A total of 10 Kansas facilities have been added to blanket the state and give complete market coverage. Primary customer service functions will be conducted through service centers located in Kansas City and Wichita. Dispatch, pick-up and delivery services will also be offered through terminals located in Dodge City, Garden City, Great Bend, Hays, Iola, Salina, Topeka and Winfield, KS. " This new addition is a natural fit for us and really adds to our regional service offering," stated Vice President of Sales & marketing Scott Fisher. "While we have been servicing this area through the ExpressLINK partnership, we feel that this new operation will allow us to be even more flexible in meeting the needs of our customers. Many new next day lanes have been created with the opening of the Kansas market." The addition of terminals in Kansas brings the number of terminals in the LME network to over 50. " This new addition is a natural fit for us and really adds to our regional service offering…Many new next day lanes have been created with the opening of the Kansas market." Scott Fisher Vice President of Sales & Marketing Celebrating eighty years of service in 2001, Lakeville Motor Express is a family-owned regional transportation provider. Based in the St. Paul, MN suburb of Roseville, LME offers less-than-truckload, truckload, and logistics transportation services. More than 50 service centers deliver 100% direct coverage in 9 Mid-Western states. Through a partnership with three other premier regional carriers, LME provides complete LTL service linking all 50 United States and 10 Canadian provinces. Back to Top of Page 2000 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LME Names New President June 1, 2000 -- John Wren, Chief Executive Officer of Lakeville Motor Express, has named Pete Martin as President of Lakeville Motor Express. Pete, who has been Lakeville's Executive Vice President for the past two years, will assume his new duties effective immediately. "Pete's management skills, experience and enthusiasm make him highly qualified to assume the responsibilities of President", penned John Wren in his letter to all LME employees. John went on to highlight Pete's 30 years of trucking experience, ranging from operations to sales management, and eventually to several executive positions at Hyman Freightways. In Mr. Martin's two years at LME, he has spearheaded several programs to increase revenue, improve service and modernize operations through investment in new technology and equipment. Tom Hughes, the former President of LME, will continue to be active as a member of the management team and will maintain a position on the Board of Directors. Back to Top of Page Increases Announced for September 1 August 22, 2000 -- Peter Martin, President of Lakeville Motor Express, issued the following open letter to Lakeville Motor Express customers announcing increases for September 1, 2000. August 22, 2000 To You, Our Valued Customer, Thank you for allowing Lakeville Motor Express to serve your transportation needs. We appreciate your business and constantly strive to provide value and quality service to both you and your customers. We have worked diligently over the past year to expand our service capabilities to better serve you, while at the same time, controlling our operating costs. We have gained efficiencies through technology, operating improvements and productivity gains. The trucking industry, however, is facing a severe shortage of qualified drivers. As a result, the cost of recruiting, hiring and training quality drivers has escalated. Both labor and non-labor operating costs have risen along with the costs of regulatory compliance. In order for us to continue to provide the high quality of service required in today’s transportation market, we must increase our rates. Effective September 1, 2000, Lakeville Motor Express will take a 5.9% general rate increase. This increase will apply to all rates published in tariffs LKVL 601 and 615 including rates published in our commodity tariff LKVL 205. Minimum charges will be increased by $2.00 for our direct service area and by $3.00 on traffic moving in ExpressLINK territory. Fuel costs in the latter part of 1999 and so far in 2000 have been volatile. Under the circumstances, Lakeville Motor Express has determined that the only equitable approach in handling the increase in fuel costs was to exclude the impact of increased fuel costs from our general increase to the extent that increase costs have been or could be recovered through the applicable fuel surcharge. This fuel surcharge will be reduced or cancelled when the price of fuel declines in accordance to our fuel surcharge table. Thank you for your business and continued support. Sincerely, Peter Martin President Back to Top of Page New Promotions Announced November 22, 2000 -- Peter Martin, President of Lakeville Motor Express, has announced the following changes to the managment team. Gary Rydberg has joined Lakeville Motor Express as Vice President of Operations. According to Mr. Martin, "Gary's extensive experience in the transportation industry will be a significant benefit to our company". Gary began his career with Roadway Express where he worked in both sales and operations. Further industry experience includes senior managment positions in operations and strategic planning with Quast Tranfer. To round our Mr. Rydberg's comprehensive portfolio, he has held distribution and logistics management positions in the shipper arena. Bill Selle has been promoted to Vice President of Administration. Bill joined LME in April, 2000 as Director of Administration with responsibilities for customer service and claims. Mr. Selle's new responsibilities will include all non-financial administrative functions within the company. Prior to joining Lakeville Motor Express, Bill worked for Hyman Freightways where he held a variety of management postions in sales, operations and administration. Karen Vanney, the current Vice President of Finance, will assume additional responsibility for long-term strategic planning. In addition, Karen's current position will be modified so she is better able to focus on financial and profit analysis/planning. For More Information Contact: Lakeville Motor Express 2833 Fairview Avenue North Tel: 651-636-8900 FAX: 651-638-9694 Back to Top of Page