National Truck Shows

With truckers on the road most of the summer, going to a national truck show might seem just as impossible to most truckers as going to the county fair. But with America’s Traveling Truck Show visiting seven states in six months, the odds that truckers will be able to swing by a location are much more favorable. In fact, the show’s website, www.travelingtruckshow.com, stated that many truckers were grateful for the traveling aspect of the show last year, as it allowed many to attend who would not have been able to because of work and time. With gas and diesel prices soaring, even truckers with a week off would probably not to be able to attend the show if it were stationary.

For truckers that are interested in buying a new model to those who just want to have a good time, the show, which will be stopping at various truck stops, will provide an excellent opportunity for truckers to take a break from the road and look at some new, impressive trucks.

This May, the truck show began its tour with stops in Missouri, an event that featured a Trucker’s appreciation event, free ice cream, and a pig roast. This month, the show has visited Illinois and Pennsylvania, and will be heading toward Virginia, Wisconsin, and Iowa in the next few months. But other than the food, music, and other entertainment, truckers interested in what’s new in the industry will want to check out the displays.

According to the show’s web site, the 2007 show made its way to twenty-seven centers bringing a variety of truck dealers representing almost every brand. These vendors showed the new models to eager truckers who were excited to take a peek, while other vendors displayed products and services that catered directly to truckers. This year, an extensive list of companies includes potential trucking employers, truck manufacturers like Volvo, trucking accessory vendors selling lubricants and tires, and truck servicing companies. An entire list of companies can be found by visiting the show’s web site.

But checking out trucks, trucking accessories, and trucking services isn’t the only motivator for heading out to one of the shows. Last year, one grand prize winner, Ronald Steele, was given an enormous door prize consisting of a 2007 Harley-Davidson and several other valuables, according to etrucker.com. This year, the show’s sponsors will be giving away a trucker’s dream package, including VIP tickets to any NASCAR event. In order to win, truckers only have to attend a show, have a CDL, and register. In addition to the grand prize, truckers can also win other prizes from accessory vendors.

With several stops across seven states this summer, America’s Traveling Truck Show is making it easier for truckers to come have a good time and check out the newest products and services in the agency at the same time. Even truckers who aren’t interested in buying a new model can enjoy the show’s food, entertainment, and giveaways. A complete schedule of events, locations, and vendors can be found by visiting the show’s web site.