Kansas City Trucking Event Attracts Thousands
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) drew approximately 5,000 trucking fans to its National Convention & Truck Show held in Madison, Wisconsin, from June 5 to June 7.
Peter Wild, the convention chair, remarked, “The Madison show truly embodied the spirit of ATHS. Featuring 870 impeccably restored trucks and trailers, along with hands-on demos and educational sessions, the event brought trucking history to life. The best part was reconnecting and sharing stories with friends old and new from around the world.”
Courtney Cesar, convention manager for ATHS, stated that the Alliant Energy Center served as the “ideal one-stop venue” for the show.
“Having presentations, vendors, and events all situated under one roof and close to hotels created a seamless experience for attendees,” Cesar explained.
Celebrating Achievements in Trucking
During the annual Awards Banquet, the American Truck Historical Society honored several individuals with Golden Achievement Awards for their over 50 years of commitment, recognizing:
- Louis Binder – Morris, Ill.
- Dennis Chapman – Diamond Bar, Calif.
- Robert Charney – Surprise, Ariz.
- Dave Everett – Columbus, Neb.
- Steve Haberland – Cody, Wyo.
- Stroud Hollinshead – West Fargo, N.D.
- Bill Harris – Olathe, Kan.
- Chris Schatz – Worland, Wyo.
- Todd Spencer – Oak Grove, Mo.
Scholarship Winners for 2025
Recipients of the George Schroyer Memorial Scholarships, funded by ATHS members:
- Rabeka Liberto, Kansasville, Wis. — child of ATHS member Steven Liberto.
- Lucas Massei, Brooklyn, Wis. — child of ATHS member Marco Massei.
For the Cummins Scholarship:
Lily Stackpole, Cushing, Maine — grandchild of ATHS member Robert Stackpole.
From the Lewis Semple Clarke Educational Fund, supported by The Autocar Co. and ATHS Autocar Division:
Arantza Montserrat, Birmingham, Ala. — child of Autocar employee Juan Antonio Rivero Camacho.
Honoring Hall of Fame Inductees
The American Trucking & Industry Hall of Fame revealed its 2025 inductees, to be celebrated on October 22 at ATHS headquarters in Kansas City, Mo. The inductees include:
- Roy Carver, Bandag
- Lewis Semple Clarke, Autocar
- Joseph Morten, Great West Casualty Insurance
“We are extremely thankful to the sponsors and volunteers who help make the National Convention & Truck Show a reality,” emphasized John Gravley, executive director.
To learn more and get involved, visit ATHS.org.
(Photos courtesy of ATHS)
