As a result of the adoption of a new vision statement for the American Truck Historical Society, there is an effort to translate these words into ideas and experiences. As we think about opportunities beyond a magazine and convention, we are looking at the possibility of something more experiential or immersive that could manifest as a library, archive, hall of fame and/or other.
Responses are due back July 15th, 2024.
The American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) announces John Gravley of Leawood, Kan. as its Executive Director.
The American Truck Historical Society elected David Schnautz of LaPorte, Texas as
its president for a two-year term beginning June 7, 2024.
The American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) announced a new Executive Director, John Gravley of Leawood, Kan., and installed its 2024-25 officers at the 2024 National Convention & Truck Show in York, Penn. Following are the officers elected and members of the 2024-2025 ATHS Board of Directors:
The American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) proudly hosted its annual National Convention and Truck Show in York, Pennsylvania, June 6-8. The event showcased an impressive 875 trucks/trailers and welcomed thousands of spectators. "The York Expo Center provided an ideal venue for our event, allowing us to display a wide array of trucks, host vendor booths, and offer educational sessions, all within a convenient location," said ATHS Convention Manager Courtney Cesar.
The 2024 ATHS National Convention & Truck Show invites truck enthusiasts and families to York, Pennsylvania, from June 6-8, promising an unforgettable experience.
WHAT: The ATHS National Convention & Truck Show
WHEN: Open to the public June 6-8 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fox4KC visits ATHS and gives a quick tour of the facility and exhibits, and interviews Brad Patterson of the ATHS staff.
Congratulations to the six titans of the trucking world who were inducted into the American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame on October 25.
The American Truck Historical Society announced its two George Schroyer Memorial Scholarship recipients and the Cummins Scholarship recipient at its ATHS Awards Banquet in June. Congratulations to the following:
ATIL Hall of Fame Chair Tom Mullen (Linesville, PA) announced at the ATHS Awards Banquet that the following pioneers would be honored during an induction ceremony at the ATHS home office in Kansas City, Missouri on October 25, 2023.
The American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) hosted its annual National Convention and Truck Show in Reno, Nevada, June 8-10. “There were 837 trucks displayed at the Grand Sierra Resort
over the three-day event. And ATHS welcomed around 7,000 spectators,” reported ATHS Convention Manager Lea Ann Reed.
Reno, Nevada will be bustling in just two weeks with more than 800 trucks arriving for the ATHS National Convention & Truck Show.
The American Truck Historical Society will host its National Convention & Truck Show in Reno, Nevada from June 8-10, 2023. Spectators can expect to see hundreds of historic trucks of all shapes and sizes on display at the Grand Resort Hotel & Casino, 2500 E 2nd St., Reno, Nevada.
The American Truck Historical Society has appointed Amy Boerger as a member of the American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame Advisory Committee.
Register now for the 2023 ATHS National Convention & Truck Show in Reno, Nevada, June 8-10. The Early Bird deadline is March 31, but ATHS welcomes all who want to attend and will take registrations onsite. “The $10 savings per registrant is beneficial when a family attends the Convention & Truck Show. Don’t forget 12 and under are free!” said Executive Director Laurence Gration.
The American Truck Historical Society is busy preparing for its biggest event of the year – the National Convention & Truck Show! The 2023 event is June 8-10 at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada.
The American Trucking and Industry Leader (ATIL) Hall of Fame celebrated its annual induction ceremony recently at the home office of the American Truck Historical Society in Kansas City, Missouri. Honorees included Leland James, founder of Freightliner Trucks; Earl and Lillian Congdon, founders of Old Dominion Freight Line; and Bill and Carolyn Moon, founders of the Iowa 80 Group.
Five pioneers from three segments of the trucking industry will be inducted into the American Trucking and Industry Leader (ATIL) Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the American Truck Historical Society’s home office in Kansas City on Wednesday, October 26.
During its National Convention and Truck Show in Springfield, Illinois, the American Truck Historical Society announced its inductees for The American Trucking and Industry Leader (ATIL) Hall of Fame. ATIL Hall of Fame Chair Tom Mullen (Linesville, PA) and Vice Chair John Vannatta (Leonardtown, MD), announced at the ATHS Awards Banquet earlier this month that the following pioneers would be honored during an induction ceremony at the ATHS home office in Kansas City, Missouri on October 26, 2022.
Last week, the American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) hosted its annual National Convention and Truck Show in Springfield, Illinois. Over 700 trucks and more than 6,500 spectators filled the Illinois State Fairgrounds every day from June 9 to 11. Initially concerned about the high price of diesel and the aftermath of Covid, ATHS picked correctly when they set their sights on Springfield Illinois for 2022, particularly after the government shut the convention down in 2020.
