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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 10-Q

 

(Mark One)

(X)     QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2016

OR

 

( )     TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the transition period from ___________________________ to ____________________________________________

 

Commission File Number 0-20797

  

RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Texas	74-1733016
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

                                                                                                                

555 I.H. 35 South, Suite 500

New Braunfels, Texas 78130

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

 

(830) 302-5200

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

  

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.

Yes [X]                   No [ ]

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate website, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).

Yes [X]                   No [ ]

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

 

Large accelerated filer ☑	Accelerated filer ☐
Non-accelerated filer ☐	Smaller reporting company ☐
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)

                               

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).

Yes [ ]                   No [X]

 

Indicated below is the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of May 1, 2016.

  

Title of Class Outstanding	Number of Shares
Class A Common Stock, $.01 Par Value	30,316,740
Class B Common Stock, $.01 Par Value	10,270,564

 

 

 

RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

 

INDEX

    

			Page
PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
	Item 1.	Financial Statements
		Consolidated Balance Sheets - March 31, 2016 (unaudited) and December 31, 2015	3
		Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income - For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2016 and 2015 (unaudited)	4
		Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2016 and 2015 (unaudited)	5
		Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)	6
	Item 2.	Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations	13
	Item 3.	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk	24
	Item 4.	Controls and Procedures	25
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
	Item 1.	Legal Proceedings	25
	Item 1A.	Risk Factors	25
	Item 2.	Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds	25
	Item 3.	Defaults Upon Senior Securities	25
	Item 4.	Mine Safety Disclosures	25
	Item 5.	Other Information	25
	Item 6.	Exhibits	26
SIGNATURES			27

  

 

 

PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

 

Item 1. Financial Statements.

 

RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

MARCH 31, 2016 AND DECEMBER 31, 2015

(In Thousands, Except Shares)

 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

 

 

  

RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

(In Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)

(Unaudited)

 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

 

 

   

RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(In Thousands)

(Unaudited)

 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

 

 

  

RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

(Unaudited)

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

ITEM 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.

 

Certain statements contained in this Form 10-Q (or otherwise made by the Company or on the Company’s behalf from time to time in other reports, filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), news releases, conferences, website postings or otherwise) that are not statements of historical fact constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), notwithstanding that such statements are not specifically identified. Forward-looking statements include statements about the Company’s financial position, business strategy and plans and objectives of management of the Company for future operations. These forward-looking statements reflect the best judgments of the Company about the future events and trends based on the beliefs of the Company’s management as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to the Company’s management. Use of the words “may,” “should,” “continue,” “plan,” “potential,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect” and “intend” and words or phrases of similar import, as they relate to the Company or its subsidiaries or Company management, are intended to identify forward-looking statements but are not the exclusive means of identifying such statements. Forward-looking statements reflect our current view of the Company with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in such statements. Please read Item 1A. “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015, for a discussion of certain of those risks. Other unknown or unpredictable factors could also have a material adverse effect on future results. Although the Company believes that its expectations are reasonable as of the date of this Form 10-Q, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. The Company does not intend to update or revise any forward-looking statements unless securities laws require it to do so, and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly release any revisions to forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise.

 

The following comments should be read in conjunction with the Company’s consolidated financial statements and related notes included elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.

 

Note Regarding Trademarks Commonly Used in the Company’s Filings

 

Peterbilt^® is a registered trademark of Peterbilt Motors Company. PACCAR^® is a registered trademark of PACCAR, Inc. PacLease^® is a registered trademark of PACCAR Leasing Corporation. Navistar^® is a registered trademark of Navistar International Corporation. International^® is a registered trademark of Navistar International Transportation Corp. Idealease is a registered trademark of Idealease, Inc. aka Idealease of North America, Inc. Blue Bird^® is a registered trademark of Blue Bird Investment Corporation. IC Bus^® is a registered trademark of IC Bus, LLC. Fuso^® is a registered trademark of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation. Hino^® is a registered trademark of Hino Motors, Ltd. Isuzu^® is a registered trademark of Isuzu Motors Limited. Ford Motor Credit Company^® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company. Ford^® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company. SAP^® is a registered trademark of SAP Aktiengesellschaft. IBM^® is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. This report contains additional trade names or trademarks of other companies. Our use of such trade names or trademarks should not imply any endorsement or relationship with such companies.

 

General

 

Rush Enterprises, Inc. was incorporated in Texas in 1965 and consists of one reportable segment, the Truck Segment and conducts business through our subsidiaries. Our principal offices are located at 555 IH 35 South, Suite 500, New Braunfels, Texas 78130.

 

We are a full-service, integrated retailer of commercial vehicles and related services. The Truck Segment includes the Company’s operation of a network of commercial vehicle dealerships under the name “Rush Truck Centers.” Rush Truck Centers primarily sell commercial vehicles manufactured by Peterbilt, International, Hino, Ford, Isuzu, Mitsubishi Fuso, IC Bus or Blue Bird. Through our strategically located network of Rush Truck Centers, we provide one-stop service for the needs of our commercial vehicle customers, including retail sales of new and used commercial vehicles, aftermarket parts sales, service and repair facilities, financing, leasing and rental, and insurance products.

 

Our Rush Truck Centers are principally located in high traffic areas throughout the United States. Since commencing operations as a Peterbilt heavy-duty truck dealer in 1966, we have grown to operate over 100 Rush Truck Centers in 21 states.

 

 

 

Our business strategy consists of providing solutions to the commercial vehicle industry through our network of commercial vehicle dealerships. We offer an integrated approach to meeting customer needs by providing service, parts and collision repair in addition to new and used commercial vehicle sales and leasing, plus financial services, vehicle upfitting, CNG fuel systems, vehicle telematics products, chrome accessories and tires. We intend to continue to implement our business strategy, reinforce customer loyalty and remain a market leader by continuing to develop our Rush Truck Centers as we expand our product offerings and extend our dealership network through strategic acquisitions of new locations and opening new dealerships in our existing areas of operations.

 

Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates

 

Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based on our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. The preparation of these consolidated financial statements requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. There can be no assurance that actual results will not differ from those estimates. We believe the following accounting policies, which are also described in Note 2 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements, affect our more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements.

 

Inventories

 

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market value. Cost is determined by specific identification of new and used commercial vehicle inventory and by the first-in, first-out method for tires, parts and accessories. As the market value of our inventory typically declines over time, reserves are established based on historical loss experience and market trends. These reserves are charged to cost of sales and reduce the carrying value of our inventory on hand. An allowance is provided when it is anticipated that cost will exceed net realizable value less a reasonable profit margin.

 

Goodwill

 

Goodwill is tested for impairment by reporting unit utilizing a two-step process at least annually, or more frequently when events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired. The first step requires us to compare the fair value of the reporting unit (we consider our Truck Segment to be a reporting unit for purposes of this analysis), which is the same as the segment, to the respective carrying value. If the fair value of the reporting unit exceeds its carrying value, the goodwill is not considered impaired. If the carrying value is greater than the fair value, there is an indication that impairment may exist and a second step is required. In the second step of the analysis, the implied fair value of the goodwill is calculated as the excess of the fair value of a reporting unit over the fair values assigned to its assets and liabilities. If the implied fair value of goodwill is less than the carrying value of the reporting unit’s goodwill, the difference is recognized as an impairment loss.

 

We determine the fair value of our reporting unit using the discounted cash flow method. The discounted cash flow method uses various assumptions and estimates regarding revenue growth rates, future gross margins, future selling, general and administrative expenses and an estimated weighted average cost of capital. The analysis is based upon available information regarding expected future cash flows of each reporting unit discounted at rates consistent with the cost of capital specific to the reporting unit. This type of analysis contains uncertainties because it requires us to make assumptions and to apply judgment regarding our knowledge of our industry, information provided by industry analysts, and our current business strategy in light of present industry and economic conditions. If any of these assumptions change, or fail to materialize, the resulting decline in our estimated fair value could result in a material impairment charge to the goodwill associated with the reporting unit.

 

We do not believe there is a reasonable likelihood that there will be a material change in the future estimates or assumptions we used to test for impairment losses on goodwill. However, if actual results are not consistent with our estimates or assumptions, or certain events occur that might adversely affect the reported value of goodwill in the future, we may be exposed to an impairment charge that could be material. Such events may include, but are not limited to, strategic decisions made in response to economic and competitive conditions or the impact of the current economic environment.

 

Goodwill was tested for impairment during the fourth quarter of 2015 and no impairment was required. The fair value of our reporting unit exceeded the carrying value of its net assets. As a result, we were not required to conduct the second step of the impairment test. We do not believe our reporting unit is at risk of failing step one of the impairment test.

 

 

   

Insurance Accruals

 

We are partially self-insured for a portion of the claims related to our property and casualty insurance programs, which requires us to make estimates regarding expected losses to be incurred. We engage a third-party administrator to assess any open claims and we adjust our accrual accordingly on a periodic basis. We are also partially self-insured for a portion of the claims related to our workers’ compensation and medical insurance programs. We use actuarial information provided from third-party administrators to calculate an accrual for claims incurred, but not reported, and for the remaining portion of claims that have been reported.

 

Changes in the frequency, severity, and development of existing claims could influence our reserve for claims and financial position, results of operations and cash flows. We do not believe there is a reasonable likelihood that there will be a material change in the estimates or assumptions we used to calculate our self-insured liabilities. However, if actual results are not consistent with our estimates or assumptions, we may be exposed to losses or gains that could be material.

 

Accounting for Income Taxes

 

Management judgment is required to determine the provisions for income taxes and to determine whether deferred tax assets will be realized in full or in part. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. When it is more likely than not that all or some portion of specific deferred income tax assets will not be realized, a valuation allowance must be established for the amount of deferred income tax assets that are determined not to be realizable. Accordingly, the facts and financial circumstances impacting state deferred income tax assets are reviewed quarterly and management’s judgment is applied to determine the amount of valuation allowance required, if any, in any given period.

 

Our income tax returns are periodically audited by tax authorities. These audits include questions regarding our tax filing positions, including the timing and amount of deductions. In evaluating the exposures associated with our various tax filing positions, we adjust our liability for unrecognized tax benefits and income tax provision in the period in which an uncertain tax position is effectively settled, the statute of limitations expires for the relevant taxing authority to examine the tax position, or when more information becomes available.

 

Our liability for unrecognized tax benefits contains uncertainties because management is required to make assumptions and to apply judgment to estimate the exposures associated with our various filing positions. Our effective income tax rate is also affected by changes in tax law, the level of earnings and the results of tax audits. Although we believe that the judgments and estimates are reasonable, actual results could differ, and we may be exposed to losses or gains that could be material. An unfavorable tax settlement generally would require use of our cash and result in an increase in our effective income tax rate in the period of resolution. A favorable tax settlement would be recognized as a reduction in our effective income tax rate in the period of resolution. Our income tax expense includes the impact of reserve provisions and changes to reserves that we consider appropriate, as well as related interest.

 

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities

 

From 2012 until 2015, we utilized derivative financial instruments to manage our interest rate risk relating to the variability of cash flows and changes in the fair value of our financial instruments caused by movements in interest rates. We assessed hedge effectiveness at the inception and during the term of each hedge. Derivatives are reported at fair value on the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets.

 

The effective portion of the gain or loss on our cash flow hedges are reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive loss. Hedge effectiveness was assessed quarterly by comparing the changes in cumulative gain or loss from the interest rate swap with the cumulative changes in the present value of the expected future cash flows of the interest rate swap that are attributable to changes in the LIBOR rate.

 

 

 

Results of Operations

 

The following discussion and analysis includes our historical results of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2016 and 2015.

 

The following table sets forth certain financial data as a percentage of total revenues:

 

		Three Months Ended March 31,
		2016				2015
New and used commercial vehicle sales			62.4	%			67.0	%
Parts and service sales			31.9				28.3
Lease and rental			4.8				4.0
Finance and insurance			0.4				0.4
Other			0.5				0.3
Total revenues			100.0				100.0
Cost of products sold			82.9				83.8
Gross profit			17.1				16.2
Selling, general and administrative			15.2				12.8
Depreciation and amortization			1.2				0.8
Gain (loss) on sale of assets			0.0				(0.1	)
Operating income			0.7				2.5
Interest expense, net			0.4				0.2
Income before income taxes			0.3				2.3
Provision for income taxes			0.1				0.9
Net income			0.2	%			1.4	%

 

The following table sets forth for the periods indicated the percent of gross profit by revenue source:

 

		Three Months Ended March 31,
		2016				2015
Gross Profit:
New and used commercial vehicle sales			24.5	%			28.9	%
Parts and service sales			67.5				63.2
Lease and rental			2.9				3.5
Finance and insurance			2.4				2.3
Other			2.7				2.1
Total gross profit			100.0	%			100.0	%

 

 

 

The following table sets forth the unit sales and revenues for new heavy-duty, new medium-duty, new light-duty and used commercial vehicles and the absorption ratio (revenue in millions):

 

		Three Months Ended March 31,
		2016				2015				% Change
Vehicle unit sales:
New heavy-duty vehicles			2,679				4,074				-34.2	%
New medium-duty vehicles			3,271				2,686				21.8	%
New light-duty vehicles			387				378				2.4	%
Total new vehicle unit sales			6,337				7,138				-11.2	%
Used vehicles			1,735				1,862				-6.8	%
Vehicle revenues:
New heavy-duty vehicles		$	350.5			$	512.9				-31.7	%
New medium-duty vehicles			224.0				188.8				18.6	%
New light-duty vehicles			14.4				12.9				11.6	%
Total new vehicle revenue		$	588.9			$	714.6				-17.6	%
Used vehicle revenue		$	75.2			$	80.5				-6.6	%
Other vehicle revenues:(1)		$	4.4			$	5.1				-13.7	%
Dealership absorption ratio:			106.4	%			115.3	%			-7.7	%

 

(1) Includes sales of truck bodies, trailers and other new equipment.

 

Key Performance Indicator

 

Absorption Ratio

 

Management uses several performance metrics to evaluate the performance of our commercial vehicle dealerships and considers Rush Truck Centers’ “absorption ratio” to be of critical importance. Absorption ratio is calculated by dividing the gross profit from the parts, service and body shop (collectively, “Aftermarket Services”) departments by the overhead expenses of all of a dealership’s departments, except for the selling expenses of the new and used commercial vehicle departments and carrying costs of new and used commercial vehicle inventory. When 100% absorption is achieved, all of the gross profit from the sale of a commercial vehicle, after sales commissions and inventory carrying costs, directly impacts operating profit. In 1999, our commercial vehicle dealerships’ absorption ratio was approximately 80%. Since 1999, we have made a concerted effort to increase our absorption ratio. Our truck dealerships achieved a 106.4% absorption ratio for the first quarter of 2016 and 115.3% absorption ratio for the first quarter of 2015.

 

Three Months Ended March 31, 2016 Compared to Three Months Ended March 31, 2015

 

Increased capacity from near record Class 8 truck sales in 2015, reduced used commercial vehicle values and continued softness in the energy sector had a negative impact on our new Class 8 truck sales, aftermarket revenues and profitability in the first quarter of 2016.

 

Strong new Class 4 through 7 commercial vehicle sales in the first quarter of 2016 helped offset the decline in new Class 8 truck sales. In addition, in order to offset declining revenues, we implemented broad and significant expense reductions during the first quarter of 2016.

 

During the first quarter of 2016, we opened a newly constructed International and IC Bus dealership in Columbus, Ohio, consolidating two dealerships into one new location. We also completed a major renovation of our Peterbilt, Ford and Isuzu dealership in Whittier, California, and relocated our Peterbilt dealership in Odessa, Texas, to a new larger dealership. In addition, in April, Rush Truck Center – Denver moved to new, expanded facilities, and we added a new Peterbilt location in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

 

 

   

Revenues

 

Revenues decreased $122.7 million, or 10.3%, in the first quarter of 2016 compared to the first quarter of 2015. This decrease was primarily the result of decreased demand for new Class 8 trucks resulting from near record Class 8 truck sales in 2015, reduced used commercial vehicle values, declining sales to the energy sector and related geographic regions, and an uncertain freight environment.

 

Our Aftermarket Services revenues increased $4.9 million, or 1.5%, in the first quarter of 2016, compared to the first quarter of 2015. This increase was primarily the result of acquisitions that occurred during 2015. We expect our Aftermarket Services revenues to remain relatively flat during 2016 compared to 2015. Aftermarket Services revenues continue to be negatively impacted by decreases in drilling activity in the energy sector.

 

Revenues from sales of new and used commercial vehicles decreased $131.6 million, or 16.5%, in the first quarter of 2016 compared to the first quarter of 2015, primarily as a result of the factors described above.

 

We sold 2,679 heavy-duty trucks in the first quarter of 2016, a 34.2% decrease compared to 4,074 heavy-duty trucks in the first quarter of 2015. According to A.C.T. Research Co., LLC (“A.C.T. Research”), a truck industry data and forecasting service provider, the U.S. Class 8 truck market decreased 6.2% in the first quarter of 2016 compared to the first quarter of 2015. A.C.T. Research currently predicts U.S. retail sales of Class 8 trucks of approximately 207,000 units in 2016, 198,000 units in 2017, and 210,000 units in 2018, compared to approximately 253,000 units in 2015. Our share of the U.S. Class 8 truck sales market was approximately 6.7% in 2015. We expect our U.S. Class 8 truck sales market share to range between 5.0% and 6.0% in 2016. This market share percentage would result in the sale of approximately 10,350 to 12,400 of Class 8 trucks in 2016 based on A.C.T. Research’s current U.S. retail sales estimate of 207,000 units. However, we believe that U.S. retail sales for Class 8 trucks in 2016 could be less that A.C.T. Research’s current forecast.

 

We sold 3,271 Class 4 through 7 commercial vehicles, including 198 buses, in the first quarter of 2016, a 21.8% increase compared to 2,686 medium-duty commercial vehicles, including 269 buses, in the first quarter of 2015. A.C.T. Research estimates that unit sales of Class 4 through 7 commercial vehicles in the U.S. increased approximately 20.4% in the first quarter of 2016, compared to the first quarter of 2015. A.C.T. Research currently predicts U.S. retail sales of Class 4 through 7 medium-duty commercial vehicles of approximately 220,850 units in 2016, 229,100 units in 2017, and 231,350 in 2018. In 2015, we achieved a 5.2% share of the Class 4 through 7 market in the U.S. We expect our market share to range between 5.0% and 5.5% of the U.S. Class 4 through 7 commercial vehicle sales in 2016. This market share percentage would result in the sale of approximately 11,000 to 12,100 of Class 4 through 7 commercial vehicles in 2016 based on A.C.T. Research’s current U.S. retail sales estimates of 220,850 units.

 

We sold 387 light-duty vehicles in the first quarter of 2016, a 2.4% increase compared to 378 light-duty vehicles in the first quarter of 2015. We expect to sell approximately 1,900 light-duty vehicles in 2016.

 

We sold 1,735 used commercial vehicles in the first quarter of 2016, a 6.8% decrease compared to 1,862 used commercial vehicles in the first quarter of 2015. We expect to sell approximately 8,000 to 8,300 used commercial vehicles in 2016. The volume of used commercial vehicle sales will be largely dependent upon our ability to acquire quality used commercial vehicles and maintain an adequate used commercial vehicle inventory throughout 2016.

 

Truck lease and rental revenues increased $3.1 million, or 6.5%, in the first quarter of 2016, compared to the first quarter of 2015. The increase in lease and rental revenues was primarily due to the increased number of units put into service in the lease and rental fleet. We expect lease and rental revenues to increase 7% to 10% during 2016, compared to 2015.

 

Finance and insurance revenues remained flat at $4.5 million in the first quarter of 2016, compared to the first quarter of 2015. We expect finance and insurance revenues to fluctuate proportionately with our new and used commercial vehicle sales in 2016. Finance and insurance revenues have limited direct costs and, therefore, contribute a disproportionate share of our operating profits.

 

Other revenue increased $1.0 million, or 24.4% in the first quarter of 2016, compared to the first quarter of 2015. Other revenue consists primarily of the gain on sale realized on trucks from the lease and rental fleet, document fees related to commercial vehicle sales and income from our Central California Truck and Trailer Sales, LLC joint venture, which has multiple locations in California that sell used trucks.

 

 

  

Gross Profit

 

Gross profit decreased $10.4 million, or 5.3%, in the first quarter of 2016, compared to the first quarter of 2015. This decrease was primarily the result of decreased sales of new Class 8 trucks and used commercial vehicles. Gross profit as a percentage of sales increased to 17.1% in the first quarter of 2016, from 16.2% in the first quarter of 2015. This increase in gross profit as a percentage of sales is a result of a change in our product sales mix. Commercial vehicle sales, a lower margin revenue item, decreased as a percentage of total revenues to 62.4% in the first quarter of 2016, from 67.0% in the first quarter of 2015. Aftermarket Services revenues, a higher margin revenue item, increased as a percentage of total revenues to 31.9% in the first quarter of 2016, from 28.2% in the first quarter of 2015.

 

Gross margins from our Aftermarket Services operations decreased to 36.2% in the first quarter of 2016, from 36.3% in the first quarter of 2015. Gross profit from our Aftermarket Services operations increased to $123.7 million in the first quarter of 2016 from $122.3 million in the first quarter of 2015. Historically, gross margins on parts sales range from 27% to 28% and service and body shop operations range from 67% to 68%. Gross profits from parts sales represented 55% of total gross profit for Aftermarket Services operations in the first quarter of 2016 and 56% in the first quarter of 2015. Service and body shop operations represented 45% of total gross profit for Aftermarket Services operations in the first quarter of 2016 and 44% in the first quarter of 2015. We expect blended gross margins on Aftermarket Services operations to range from 36.0% to 37.0% in 2016.

 

Gross margins on Class 8 truck sales decreased to 6.7% in the first quarter of 2016, from 6.8% in the first quarter of 2015. This decrease is attributable to the sales mix in the first quarter of 2016, which consisted of more sales to over-the-road fleet customers, a lower margin revenue item. In 2016, we expect overall gross margins from Class 8 truck sales of approximately 6.2% to 6.6%.

 

Gross margins on medium-duty commercial vehicle sales increased to 5.7% in the first quarter of 2016, from 5.2% in the first quarter of 2015. For 2016, we expect overall gross margins from medium-duty commercial vehicle sales of approximately 5.5% to 6.0%, but this will largely depend upon the mix of purchasers and types of vehicles sold.

 

Gross margins on used commercial vehicle sales decreased to 10.1% in the first quarter of 2016, from 13.1% in the first quarter of 2015. This decrease is primarily related to the decrease in used truck residual values. We expect margins on used commercial vehicles to range between 8.0% and 10.0% during 2016, depending on general economic conditions and our ability to acquire quality used vehicles.

 

Gross margins from truck lease and rental sales decreased to 10.3% in the first quarter of 2016, from 14.3% in the first quarter of 2015. This decrease is primarily related to decreased drilling activity in the energy sector which has led to a decline in related business activity. We expect gross margins from lease and rental sales of approximately 12.0% to 14.0% during 2016, as we expect to continue to grow our lease and rental fleet. Our policy is to depreciate our lease and rental fleet using a straight line method over each customer’s contractual lease term. The lease unit is depreciated to a residual value that attempts to approximate fair value at the expiration of the lease term. This policy results in the Company realizing reasonable gross margins while the unit is in service and a corresponding gain or loss on sale when the unit is sold at the end of the lease term.

 

Finance and insurance revenues and other income, as described above, have limited direct costs and, therefore, contribute a disproportionate share of gross profit.

 

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

 

Selling, General and Administrative (“SG&A”) expenses increased $9.8 million, or 6.4%, in the first quarter of 2016, compared to the first quarter of 2015. This increase is primarily due to the restructuring and impairment charges of $8.1 million that occurred in the first quarter of 2016. SG&A expenses as a percentage of total revenue increased to 15.2% in the first quarter of 2016, from 12.8% in the first quarter of 2015. SG&A expenses as a percentage of total revenues have historically ranged from 10.0% to 15.0%. In general, when new and used commercial vehicle revenues decrease as a percentage of total revenues, SG&A expenses as a percentage of total revenues will be at, or exceed, the higher end of this range. For 2016, we expect SG&A expenses as a percentage of total revenues to range from 13.0% to 14.0% and the selling portion of SG&A expenses to be approximately 25.0% to 30.0% of new and used commercial vehicle gross profit.

 

 

   

Depreciation and Amortization Expense

 

Depreciation and amortization expense increased $2.7 million, or 26.5%, in the first quarter of 2016, compared to the first quarter of 2015. This increase was primarily due to the construction of new dealerships, dealership expansions and acquisitions.

 

Interest Expense, Net

 

Net interest expense increased $1.3 million, or 44.1%, in the first quarter of 2016 compared to the first quarter of 2015. This increase is primarily related to real estate financed in the fourth quarter of 2015 and reduced prepayments of new and used commercial vehicle loans. Net interest expense in 2016 will depend on inventory levels and the amount of cash available to make prepayments on our floor plan arrangements.

 

Income before Income Taxes

 

As a result of the factors described above, income from continuing operations before income taxes decreased $23.4 million, or 85.6%, in the first quarter of 2016 compared to the first quarter of 2015.

 

Income Taxes

 

Income taxes decreased $9.1 million, or 85.4%, in the first quarter of 2016, compared to the first quarter of 2015. We provided for taxes at a 39.25% effective rate in the first quarter of 2016 and the first quarter of 2015. We expect our effective tax rate to be approximately 39.25% of pretax income in 2016.

 

Liquidity and Capital Resources

 

Our short-term cash requirements are primarily for working capital, inventory financing, the renovation and expansion of existing facilities and the construction or purchase of new facilities. Historically, these cash requirements have been met through the retention of profits, borrowings under our floor plan arrangements and bank financings. As of March 31, 2016, we had working capital of approximately $94.8 million, including $72.7 million in cash, available to fund our operations. We believe that these funds, together with expected cash flows from operations, are sufficient to meet our operating requirements for at least the next twelve months. From time to time, we utilize our excess cash on hand to pay down our outstanding borrowings under our $850.0 million credit agreement with BMO Harris Bank N.A. (“BMO Harris”) (the “Floor Plan Credit Agreement”), and the resulting interest earned is recognized as an offset to our gross interest expense under the Floor Plan Credit Agreement.

 

We have a secured line of credit that provides for a maximum borrowing of $17.5 million. There were no advances outstanding under this secured line of credit at March 31, 2016, however, $12.7 million was pledged to secure various letters of credit related to self-insurance products, leaving $4.8 million available for future borrowings as of March 31, 2016.

 

Our long-term real estate debt and floor plan financing agreements require us to satisfy various financial ratios such as the debt-to-worth ratio, leverage ratio and the fixed charge coverage ratio and certain requirements for tangible net worth and GAAP net worth. As of March 31, 2016, we were in compliance with all debt covenants related to debt secured by real estate, lease and rental units and our floor plan credit agreements. We do not anticipate any breach of the covenants in the foreseeable future.

 

We expect to purchase or lease trucks worth approximately $220.0 million to $250.0 million for our leasing operations during 2016, depending on customer demand, all of which will be financed. We also expect to make capital expenditures for recurring items such as computers, shop tools and equipment and vehicles of approximately $20.0 million to $25.0 million during 2016.

 

We are currently under contracts to construct or remodel dealership facilities in Asheville, North Carolina, Olathe, Kansas, Twin Falls, Idaho and various other dealerships and purchase real estate in Illinois at an estimated remaining cost of $10.4 million. These construction projects are expected to continue through 2016.

 

On December 4, 2015, we announced that our Board of Directors authorized the repurchase, from time to time, of up to an aggregate of $40.0 million shares of Class A Common Stock and/or Class B Common Stock. This stock repurchase program replaced a prior $40 million repurchase program. Repurchases, if any, will be made at times and in amounts as we deem appropriate and may be made through open market transactions at prevailing market prices, privately negotiated transactions or by other means in accordance with federal securities laws. The actual timing, number and value of repurchases under the new stock repurchase program will be determined by management at its discretion and will depend on a number of factors, including market conditions, stock price and other factors, including those related to the ownership requirements of its dealership agreements with Peterbilt. The stock repurchase program expires on November 30, 2016, and may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

 

 

 

We anticipate funding the capital expenditures for the improvement and expansion of existing facilities and recurring expenses through our operating cash flows. We have the ability to fund the construction or purchase of new facilities through our operating cash flows or by financing 70% to 80% of the appraised value of such facility.

 

We have no other material commitments for capital expenditures as of March 31, 2016. However, we will continue to purchase vehicles for our lease and rental division and authorize capital expenditures for improvement and expansion of our existing dealership facilities and construction or purchase of new facilities based on market opportunities.

 

Cash Flows

 

Cash and cash equivalents increased by $7.8 million during the three months ended March 31, 2016, and decreased by $144.2 million during the three months ended March 31, 2015. The major components of these changes are discussed below.

 

Cash Flows from Operating Activities

 

Cash flows from operating activities include net income adjusted for non-cash items and the effects of changes in working capital. During the first quarter of 2016, operating activities resulted in net cash provided by operations of $101.2 million. Net cash provided by operating activities primarily consisted of $2.4 million in net income, as well as non-cash adjustments related to depreciation and amortization of $39.0 million, deferred income taxes of $7.6 million, and stock-based compensation including tax expense of $4.6 million. Cash used in operating activities included an aggregate of $55.0 million net change in operating assets and liabilities. Included in the net change in operating assets and liabilities were cash inflows of $5.3 million from the decrease in accounts receivable, $49.9 million from the decrease in inventories, $2.3 million from the decrease in customer deposits and $21.4 from the decrease in prepaid expenses and other assets, net which were offset by cash outflows of $1.8 million from the net decrease in floor plan, trade, and $22.1 million from decreases in accounts payable and accrued liabilities. The majority of our commercial vehicle inventory is financed through our floor plan credit agreements.

 

During the first quarter of 2015, operating activities resulted in net cash used in operations of $96.6 million. Net cash provided by operating activities primarily consisted of $16.8 million in net income, as well as non-cash adjustments related to depreciation and amortization of $34.0 million, deferred income taxes of $1.6 million, and stock-based compensation, including tax benefit, of $4.1 million. Cash used in operating activities included an aggregate of $150.5 million net change in operating assets and liabilities. Included in the net change in operating assets and liabilities were cash inflows of $11.9 from the decrease in prepaid expenses and other assets, net of which were offset by cash outflows of $5.1 million from the net decrease in floor plan, trade, $84.9 million from increases in inventory, net of acquisitions, $34.8 million from an increase in accounts receivable, $31.3 million from decreases in accounts payable and accrued liabilities, and $6.3 million from a decrease in customer deposits.

 

In June 2012, we entered into a wholesale financing agreement with Ford Motor Credit Company that provides for the financing of, and is collateralized by, our Ford new vehicle inventory. This wholesale financing agreement bears interest at a rate of Prime plus 150 basis points minus certain incentives and rebates; however, the prime rate is defined to be a minimum of 3.75%. As of March 31, 2016, the interest rate on the wholesale financing agreement was 5.25% before considering the applicable incentives. As of March 31, 2016, we had an outstanding balance of approximately $60.6 million under the Ford Motor Credit Company wholesale financing agreement.

 

Cash Flows from Investing Activities

 

During the first quarter of 2016, cash used in investing activities was $52.6 million. Cash flows used in investing activities consist primarily of cash used for capital expenditures. Capital expenditures of $53.9 million consisted primarily of purchases of property and equipment and improvements to our existing dealership facilities. Property and equipment purchases during the first quarter of 2016 consisted of $33.8 million for additional units for the rental and leasing operations, which was directly offset by borrowings of long-term debt. We expect to purchase or lease trucks worth approximately $220.0 million to $250.0 million for our leasing operations in 2016, depending on customer demand, all of which will be financed. During 2016, we expect to make capital expenditures for recurring items such as computers, shop equipment and vehicles of $20.0 million to $25.0 million.

 

 

 

During the first quarter of 2015, cash used in investing activities was $109.9 million. Cash flows used in investing activities consisted primarily of cash used for capital expenditures and business acquisitions. Capital expenditures of $82.5 million consisted primarily of purchases of property and equipment and improvements to our existing dealership facilities. Property and equipment purchases during the first quarter of 2015 consisted of $53.0 million for additional units for the rental and leasing operations, which was directly offset by borrowings of long-term debt. Cash used for business acquisitions was $27.8 million during the quarter ended March 31, 2015.

 

Cash Flows from Financing Activities

 

Cash flows from financing activities include borrowings and repayments of long-term debt and net proceeds of floor plan notes payable, non-trade. During the first quarter of 2016, we used $40.8 million in net cash flow from financing activities. Cash outflows primarily related to $27.0 million from net payments on floor plan notes payable, non-trade and $47.4 million used for principal repayments of long-term debt and capital lease obligations. These cash outflows were offset by cash inflows related to borrowings of $32.2 million of long-term debt and $2.3 million from the issuance of shares related to equity compensation plans. The borrowings of long-term debt were primarily related to purchasing units for the rental and leasing operations.

 

During the first quarter of 2015, we generated $62.3 million in net cash flow from financing activities, primarily related to borrowings of $39.2 million of long-term debt, $71.7 million from net draws on floor plan notes payable, non-trade and $1.6 million from the issuance of shares related to equity compensation plans. These cash inflows were partially offset by cash outflows of $48.3 million used for principal repayments of long-term debt and capital lease obligations and $1.5 million used to purchase 56,077 shares of Rush Class B common stock during the first quarter of 2015. The borrowings of long-term debt were primarily related to purchasing units for the rental and leasing operations.

 

Most of our commercial vehicle purchases are made on terms requiring payment to the manufacturer within 15 days or less from the date the commercial vehicles are invoiced from the factory. During 2015, we financed the majority of all new commercial vehicle inventory and the loan value of our used commercial vehicle inventory under the Floor Plan Credit Agreement. On September 15, 2015, we entered into the Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with General Electric Capital Commercial, Inc. (“GE Capital”) which is referred to herein as the Floor Plan Credit Agreement. The amendment increased the aggregate loan commitment to $850.0 million. Effective December 1, 2015, GE Capital resigned as Administrative Agent of the Floor Plan Credit Agreement and BMO Harris was appointed in its place. Borrowings under the Floor Plan Credit Agreement bear interest at an annual rate equal to the three month LIBOR rate, determined on the last day of the prior month, plus 2.03% and are payable monthly.  In addition, we are required to pay a monthly working capital fee equal to 0.35% per annum multiplied by the amount of voluntary prepayments of new and used inventory loans. Loans under the Floor Plan Credit Agreement for the purchase of used inventory are limited to $150.0 million. The Floor Plan Credit Agreement expires July 11, 2016, although BMO Harris has the right to terminate the Floor Plan Credit Agreement at any time upon 120 days’ written notice. We may terminate the Floor Plan Credit Agreement at any time, although if we do so we must pay a prepayment processing fee of $300,000, subject to specified limited exceptions. On March 31, 2016, we had approximately $608.7 million outstanding under the Floor Plan Credit Agreement. The average daily outstanding borrowings under the Floor Plan Credit Agreement were $632.0 million during the three months ended March 31, 2016. Periodically, we utilize our excess cash on hand to pay down our outstanding borrowings under the Floor Plan Credit Agreement, and the resulting interest earned is recognized as an offset to our gross interest expense under the Floor Plan Credit Agreement.

  

Navistar Financial Corporation and Peterbilt offer trade terms that provide an interest-free inventory stocking period for certain new commercial vehicles.  If the commercial vehicle is not sold within the interest-free period, we then finance the commercial vehicle under the Floor Plan Credit Agreement. 

 

Backlog

 

On March 31, 2016, our backlog of commercial vehicle orders was approximately $1,072.1 million, as compared to a backlog of commercial vehicle orders of approximately $1,219.3 million on March 31, 2015. Our backlog is determined quarterly by multiplying the number of new commercial vehicles for each particular type of commercial vehicle ordered by a customer at our Rush Truck Centers by the recent average selling price for that type of commercial vehicle. We include only confirmed orders in our backlog. However, such orders are subject to cancellation. In the event of order cancellation, we have no contractual right to the total revenues reflected in our backlog. The delivery time for a custom-ordered commercial vehicle varies depending on the truck specifications and demand for the particular model ordered. We sell the majority of our new heavy-duty commercial vehicles by customer special order and we sell the majority of our medium- and light-duty commercial vehicles out of inventory. Orders from a number of our major fleet customers are included in our backlog as of March 31, 2016 and we expect to fill the majority of our backlog orders during 2016.

 

 

 

Seasonality

 

Our Truck Segment is moderately seasonal. Seasonal effects on new commercial vehicle sales related to the seasonal purchasing patterns of any single customer type are mitigated by the diverse geographic locations of our dealerships and our diverse customer base, including regional and national fleets, local governments, corporations and owner operators. However, commercial vehicle parts and service operations historically have experienced higher sales volumes in the second and third quarters.

 

Cyclicality

 

Our business is dependent on a number of factors relating to general economic conditions, including fuel prices, interest rate fluctuations, credit availability, economic recessions, environmental and other government regulations and customer business cycles. Unit sales of new commercial vehicles have historically been subject to substantial cyclical variation based on these general economic conditions. According to data published by A.C.T. Research, in recent years, total U.S. retail sales of new Class 8 trucks have ranged from a low of approximately 97,000 in 2009, to a high of approximately 291,000 in 2006. Through geographic expansion, concentration on higher margin Aftermarket Services and diversification of our customer base, we have attempted to reduce the negative impact of adverse general economic conditions or cyclical trends affecting the heavy-duty truck industry on our earnings.

 

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

 

Other than operating leases, we do not have any obligation under any transaction, agreement or other contractual arrangement to which an entity unconsolidated with the Company is a party, that has or is reasonably likely to have a material effect on our financial condition, changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources that is material to investors.

 

Environmental Standards and Other Governmental Regulations

 

We are subject to a wide range of federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations, including those governing discharges into the air and water; the operation and removal of underground and aboveground storage tanks; the use, handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances, petroleum and other materials; and the investigation and remediation of environmental impacts. As with commercial vehicle dealerships generally, and Aftermarket Services operations in particular, our business involves the generation, use, storage, handling and contracting for recycling or disposal of hazardous materials or wastes and other environmentally sensitive materials. We have incurred, and will continue to incur, capital and operating expenditures and other costs in complying with such laws and regulations.

 

Our operations involving the use, handling, storage and disposal of hazardous and nonhazardous materials are subject to the requirements of the federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, or RCRA, and comparable state statutes. Pursuant to these laws, federal and state environmental agencies have established approved methods for handling, storage, treatment, transportation and disposal of regulated substances and wastes with which we must comply. Our business also involves the operation and use of aboveground and underground storage tanks. These storage tanks are subject to periodic testing, containment, upgrading and removal under RCRA and comparable state statutes. Furthermore, investigation or remediation may be necessary in the event of leaks or other discharges from current or former underground or aboveground storage tanks.

 

We may also have liability in connection with materials that were sent to third-party recycling, treatment, or disposal facilities under the federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, or CERCLA, and comparable state statutes. These statutes impose liability for investigation and remediation of environmental impacts without regard to fault or the legality of the conduct that contributed to the impacts. Responsible parties under these statutes may include the owner or operator of the site where impacts occurred and companies that disposed or arranged for the disposal of the hazardous substances released at these sites. These responsible parties also may be liable for damages to natural resources. In addition, it is not uncommon for neighboring landowners and other third parties to file claims for personal injury and property damage allegedly caused by the release of hazardous substances or other materials into the environment.

 

 

 

The federal Clean Water Act and comparable state statutes prohibit discharges into regulated waters without the necessary permits, require containment of potential discharges of oil or hazardous substances, and require preparation of spill contingency plans. Water quality protection programs govern certain discharges from some of our operations. Similarly, the federal Clean Air Act and comparable state statutes regulate emissions of various air emissions through permitting programs and the imposition of standards and other requirements.

 

We believe that we do not currently have any material environmental liabilities and that compliance with environmental laws and regulations will not, individually or in the aggregate, have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial condition or cash flows. However, soil and groundwater impacts are known to exist at some of our current properties. Further, environmental laws and regulations are complex and subject to change. In addition, in connection with acquisitions, it is possible that we will assume or become subject to new or unforeseen environmental costs or liabilities, some of which may be material. In connection with our dispositions, or prior dispositions made by companies we acquire, we may retain exposure for environmental costs and liabilities, some of which may be material. Compliance with current or amended, or new or more stringent, laws or regulations, stricter interpretations of existing laws or the future discovery of environmental conditions could require additional expenditures by us, and those expenditures could be material.

 

The Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”), on behalf of the U.S. Department of Transportation, issued final rules on September 15, 2011 associated with reducing greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions and improving the fuel efficiency of medium and heavy-duty trucks and buses beginning in model year 2014 and being phased in through model year 2018.  On June 19, 2015, the EPA and NHTSA proposed further GHG and fuel efficiency standards that would apply to medium and heavy-duty vehicles and buses and would be phased in between model years 2021 through 2027.  We do not believe that the foregoing adopted or proposed standards will negatively impact our business, however, future legislation or other new regulations that may be adopted to address GHG emissions or fuel efficiency standards may negatively impact our business.  Additional regulations could result in increased compliance costs, additional operating restrictions or changes in demand for our products and services, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.

 

ITEM 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk.

 

Market risk represents the risk of loss that may impact the financial position, results of operations, or cash flows of the Company due to adverse changes in financial market prices, including interest rate risk, and other relevant market rate or price risks.

 

We are exposed to some market risk through interest rates related to our floor plan financing agreements, variable rate real estate debt and discount rates related to finance sales. The majority of floor plan debt and variable rate real estate debt is based on LIBOR. As of March 31, 2016, we had floor plan borrowings and variable interest rate real estate debt of approximately $950.1 million. Assuming an increase or decrease in LIBOR of 100 basis points, annual interest expense could correspondingly increase or decrease by approximately $9.5 million.

 

We offer all customer financing opportunities to various finance providers. We receive all finance charges in excess of a negotiated discount rate from the finance providers in the month following the date of the financing. The negotiated discount rate is variable, thus subject to interest rate fluctuations. This interest rate risk is mitigated by our ability to pass discount rate increases to customers through higher financing rates.

 

We are also exposed to some market risk through interest rates related to the investment of our current cash and cash equivalents, which totaled $72.7 million on March 31, 2016. These funds are generally invested in variable interest rate instruments in accordance with our investment policy. As such instruments mature and the funds are reinvested, we are exposed to changes in market interest rates. This risk is mitigated by management’s ongoing evaluation of the best investment rates available for current and noncurrent high quality investments. If market interest rates were to increase or decrease immediately and uniformly by 100 basis points, our annual interest income could correspondingly increase or decrease by approximately $0.7 million.

 

In the past, we invested in interest-bearing short-term investments consisting of investment-grade auction rate securities classified as available-for-sale. Auctions for investment grade securities held by us have failed. The auction rate securities continue to pay interest in accordance with the terms of the underlying security; however, liquidity will be limited until there is a successful auction or until such time as other markets for these investments develop. As of March 31, 2016, we hold auction rate securities, with underlying tax-exempt municipal bonds that mature in 2030, that have a fair value of $6.7 million. Given the current market conditions in the auction rate securities market, if we determine that the fair value of these securities temporarily decreases by an additional 10%, our equity could correspondingly decrease by approximately $665,000. If it is determined that the fair value of these securities is other-than-temporarily impaired by 10%, we could record a loss on our Consolidated Statements of Income of approximately $665,000. For further discussion of the risks related to our auction rate securities, see Note 6 – Financial Instruments and Fair Value of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

 

 

ITEM 4. Controls and Procedures.

 

The Company, under the supervision and with the participation of management, including the Company’s principal executive officer and chief financial officer, evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on that evaluation, the principal executive officer and chief financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of March 31, 2016 to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the reports filed or submitted under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is (i) recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s rules and forms, and (ii) is accumulated and communicated to Company management, including the principal executive officer and chief financial officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

 

There has been no change in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the three months ended March 31, 2016 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

 

PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

 

ITEM 1. Legal Proceedings.

 

From time to time, we are involved in litigation arising out of our operations in the ordinary course of business. We maintain liability insurance, including product liability coverage, in amounts deemed adequate by management. To date, aggregate costs to us for claims, including product liability actions, have not been material. However, an uninsured or partially insured claim, or claim for which indemnification is not available, could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operations. We believe that there are no claims or litigation pending, the outcome of which could have a material adverse effect on our financial position or results of operations. However, due to the inherent uncertainty of litigation, there can be no assurance that the resolution of any particular claim or proceeding would not have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operations for the fiscal period in which such resolution occurred.

 

ITEM 1A. Risk Factors.

 

While we attempt to identify, manage and mitigate risks and uncertainties associated with our business to the extent practical under the circumstances, some level of risk and uncertainty will always be present. Item 1A, Part I of our 2015 Annual Report on Form 10-K (the “2015 Annual Report”) describes some of the risks and uncertainties associated with our business that have the potential to materially affect our business, financial condition or results of operations.

 

There has been no material change in our risk factors disclosed in our 2015 Annual Report.

 

ITEM 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds.

 

We did not make any unregistered sales of equity securities during the first quarter of 2016.

 

ITEM 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities.

 

Not Applicable

 

ITEM 4. Mine Safety Disclosures.

 

Not Applicable

 

ITEM 5. Other Information.

 

Not Applicable

 

 

  

ITEM 6. Exhibits.

 

Exhibit Number		Exhibit Title
3.1		Restated Articles of Incorporation of Rush Enterprises, Inc. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.1 of the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-20797) for the quarter ended June 30, 2008)
3.2		Rush Enterprises, Inc. Amended and Restated Bylaws (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.1 of the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 000-20797) filed May 21,2013)
31.1*		Certification of CEO pursuant to Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a) adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
31.2*		Certification of CFO pursuant to Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a) adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
32.1**		Certification of CEO pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
32.2**		Certification of CFO pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
101.INS*		XBRL Instance Document.
101.SCH*		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document.
101.CAL*		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document.
101.DEF*		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document.
101.LAB*		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
101.PRE*		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document

 

*	Filed herewith

**

This exhibit shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

  

 

  

SIGNATURES

  

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

 

 

	RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC.
Date:     May 10, 2016	By:	/s/ W.M. “RUSTY” RUSH
		W.M. “Rusty” Rush
		President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board
		(Principal Executive Officer)

  

 

Date:     May 10, 2016	By:	/s/ STEVEN L. KELLER
		Steven L. Keller
		Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
		(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

  

 

 

EXHIBIT INDEX

 

Exhibit Number		Exhibit Title
3.1		Restated Articles of Incorporation of Rush Enterprises, Inc. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.1 of the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-20797) for the quarter ended June 30, 2008)
3.2		Rush Enterprises, Inc. Amended and Restated Bylaws (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.1 of the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 000-20797) filed May 21,2013)
31.1*		Certification of CEO pursuant to Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a) adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
31.2*		Certification of CFO pursuant to Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a) adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
32.1**		Certification of CEO pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
32.2**		Certification of CFO pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
101.INS*		XBRL Instance Document.
101.SCH*		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document.
101.CAL*		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document.
101.DEF*		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document.
101.LAB*		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
101.PRE*		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document

 

*	Filed herewith

**

This exhibit shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

 

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Exhibit 31.1

 

CERTIFICATION

 

I, W.M. “Rusty” Rush, certify that:

 

1.     I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Rush Enterprises, Inc.;

 

2.     Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

 

3.     Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

 

4.     The registrant's other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

 

(a)     Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

 

(b)     Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

 

(c)      Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

 

(d)      Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

 

5.     The registrant's other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

 

(a)      All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

 

(b)      Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

  

 

Date:     May 10, 2016	By:	/s/ W.M. “RUSTY” RUSH
		W.M. “Rusty” Rush
		President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board
		(Principal Executive Officer)

 

Exhibit 31.2

 

CERTIFICATION

 

I, Steven L. Keller, certify that:

 

1.     I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Rush Enterprises, Inc.;

 

2.     Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

 

3.     Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

 

4.     The registrant's other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

 

(a)     Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

 

(b)     Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

 

(c)      Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

 

(d)      Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

 

5.     The registrant's other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

 

(a)      All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

 

(b)      Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

 

 

Date:     May 10, 2016	By:	/s/ STEVEN L. KELLER
		Steven L. Keller
		Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
		(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

 

Exhibit 32.1

 

certification pursuant to
18 u.s.c. section 1350,
as adopted pursuant to
section 906 of the sarbanes-oxley act of 2002

 

In connection with this quarterly report of Rush Enterprises, Inc. (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2016, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, W.M. “Rusty” Rush, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that:

 

1.

The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and

 

2.

The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

  

.

	By:	/s/ W.M. “RUSTY” RUSH
	Name:	W.M. “Rusty” Rush
	Title:	President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board
	Date:	May 10, 2016

 

A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906 has been provided to the Company and will be retained by the Company and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.

 

Exhibit 32.2

 

certification pursuant to
18 u.s.c. section 1350,
as adopted pursuant to
section 906 of the sarbanes-oxley act of 2002

 

In connection with this quarterly report of Rush Enterprises, Inc. (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2016, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Steven L. Keller, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that:

 

1.

The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and

 

2.

The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

  

 

	By:	/s/ STEVEN L. KELLER
	Name:	Steven L. Keller
	Title:	Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
	Date:	May 10, 2016

 

A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906 has been provided to the Company and will be retained by the Company and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.