Donald J. “Jerry” Ehrlich and a small group of innovators from Monon Trailer decide to shake up the transportation industry by manufacturing better-performing, highervalue semi-trailers.

Wabash National becomes a $100 million company.

Wabash National designs and builds the RoadRailer—incorporating bimodal technology that enables trailers to move easily between roadways and railways.

The team builds its first trailer for Sears, Roebuck & Co.

Donald J. “Jerry” Ehrlich and a small group of innovators from Monon Trailer decide to shake up the transportation industry by manufacturing better-performing, highervalue semi-trailers.