A Record Number of Trucks Converged in Carlisle, PA for the 2025 Carlisle Truck Nationals
Carlisle, PA… For truck lovers, there are events that serve up what they are looking for, but it’s possible there is no bigger all-encompassing truck show than the Carlisle Truck Nationals. While its position as a large-scale event can be debated across the country, there’s no denying that this show is king amongst its passionate fan base in Carlisle and, for that matter, on the East Coast. In fact, from August 1–3 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, 2,994 trucks populated the event, making it the LARGEST-ever Carlisle Truck Nationals; a record that’s now been set…or re-set five years in a row.
Of the aforementioned total, nearly 300 Big Rigs hauled in for the popular Big Rig Show and Shine. Better yet, while there’s no way to truly know how many additional trucks came to Carlisle, it was very obvious that at least 20–30 more trucks were part of the fun, as they were displayed on the trailers of these mighty rigs. That’s right—trucks on trucks—to go along with the gallery haulers, heavy equipment, and more that spanned the entire southern portion of the grounds.
North of the Big Rig Show & Shine were rows of truck vendors, trucks for sale by owner within the truck corral, and even the Manufacturers Midway. Around all of that…trucks, lots of them! The National Parts Depot Judged Showfield hosted hundreds of award-winning show trucks, then, for as far as the eye could see—and then some—thousands more non-judged rides populated the grounds. There were displays of lowered trucks, lifted trucks, fire trucks, antique rides, and—back for its 13th year—Vanarama!
Two more great displays helped power Truck weekend: the SyTys in and around Building Y and a general Featured Vehicle Display (FVD) within Building T. For the FVD showcase, it was a collection of past Carlisle Elite award winners, antique fire trucks, and a general best-of-the-best collection of some of the wildest trucks around.
In addition to the trucks on display and the vendors selling their wares, truck clubs were a VERY important part of the weekend. These enthusiastic groups of truck owners rolled in in droves, hung out with their friends, made some new ones, and even had time to compete for the Largest Club and/or Coolest Club awards. These awards carried into the Big Rig area too, with Largest and Coolest Fleet and Convoy honors too.
Speaking of competing, there was no shortage of wheels-in-motion fun. This included Oxford Power Wheels racing, a low truck limbo, high truck challenge, drop and drag contest, rolling burnouts, monster truck shows and freestyle FMX stunt jumps, and—all-new in 2025—a multi-round exhaust contest.
Families, friends, and individuals made the best of the amazing weather and powered the weekend in ways never seen before. While the 2025 event is in the books, planning for 2026 is already underway. Mark your calendars for August 7–9, 2026, as the Carlisle Truck Nationals returns with even more truck fun!
Registration is now open for the 2026 Show field, call 717-243-7855 to register, or visit CarlisleEvents.com for details, discounted spectator admission, and more.
2025 Carlisle Truck Nationals Winners List
Bobtail- Sleeper 2014 & Prior: 1st:Christina Ferrell, 1983 Kenworth W900L; 2nd: Manny Brito, 2006 Scania R 620; 3rd: Rexx Grett, 2000 Kenworth W900L
Bobtail - Sleeper 2015-Present: 1st: Chet Ciaglo, 2020 Peterbilt 389; 2nd: Charlie Brake, 2020 Kenworth W900L; 3rd: Jesse Jones, 2024 Peterbilt
Bobtail- Day Cab: 1st: Mark Bowman, 2010 Mack CXUX13; 2nd: Ty Togonon, 2008 Kenworth W900L; 3rd: Dan Vogel, 2007 Peterbilt 379
Dump Truck - Triple Axle & Up: 1st: Walker & Sons, 1996 Peterbilt 379; 2nd: Jonathan Kosicki, 2022 Peterbilt 389; 3rd: Brian Anders, 2006 Peterbilt 379
Dump Truck - Single Axle & Up: 1st: Andrew Hartmann, 2025 Kenworth W900L; 2nd: Ryan Weakland, 2005 Kenworth T300
Small & Medium Roll Back: 1st: Pellas Towing & Recovery, 2022 Peterbilt 337; 2nd: Pellas Towing & Recovery, 2024 Peterbilt 536; 3rd: Lehmans Towing, 2024 Hino L6
Large Roll Back: 1st: Kevin Hunter, 2022 Peterbilt 567; 2nd: Brett Sickler, 2016 Peterbilt 348; 3rd: James Ellerman, 2024 Western Sta 49X
Small & Medium Wrecker: 1st: Jacob Richcreek,2020 Ford F550; 2nd: Jacob Richcreek, 1988 International 9300
Large Wrecker: 1st: Pellas Towing & Recovery, 2023 Peterbilt 567; 2nd: Rich Falzone, 2025 Western Star 49X; 3rd: Jacob Richcreek, 2024 Peterbilt 389
Construction & Service Truck: 1st: Michael Walters, 2024 Oshkosh S Series Front Disch; 2nd: Tyler Matsumoto, 2002 Chevy C3500HD; 3rd: Shawn Lafferty, 2025 Ford F550
Specialty Truck: 1st: Bill Warner & Son Towing, 2022 Peterbilt 389; 2nd: Josh Riccio, 2016 Peterbilt 389; 3rd: Bill Bare, 2022 Ford F550
Tractor Trailer Combo 2014 & Prior: 1st: Shane Fissler, 1975 Peterbilt 359; 2nd: Samuel Folley, 1999 Kenworth W900L; 3rd: Michael Bryant, 2004 Peterbilt 379
Tractor Trailer Combo 2015 To Present: 1st: Kevin Hunter, 2025 Kenworth W900; 2nd: Christian Van Schaick, 2019 Kenworth W900L; 3rd: Kevin, Hunter, 2023 Kenworth W900L
Antique: 1st: Walker & Sons, 1973 Peterbilt 359; Many Lopez, 1979 Kenworth W900A; 3rd: Tom Stonebraker, 1939 Mack EE
Military: 1st: Deb Baker, 1993 AM General
Car Carrier: 1st: Paul Powers, 2025 Peterbilt 589; 2nd: Paul Powers, 2023 International MV
Rat Rods 1st: Ben McGhee, 200l International 4900 First Place
Movin' Out's Choice: Damian, 1955 Kenworth 923
Large Car Magazine's Choice: Joshua Lemp, 2008 Peterbilt 389
Bill Miller's Choice: Kevin Hunter, 2024 Kenworth W900l
Best Truck Name: Jeff Kromer ,1987 Peterbilt ½ 379 – “Shrinkflation”
Best Graphics: Billy Zirkle, 2015 Peterbilt 389
Best Paint: Bryant Mann, 1998 Peterbilt 379
Best Interior: Chad Walker, 1985 Peterbilt 359 Extended Hood
Best Custom Chrome: Ralko Graveran, 1995 Freightliner FLD-120
Best Sleeper: Trostle Hill Garage, 1995 Kenworth W900L
Best Lights: Billy Zirkle, 2015 Peterbilt 389
Best Fleet: 1st: HJ Towing; 2nd: Hunter Contracting
BEST OF SHOW: Richard Soldinger, 1947 Peterbilt 530
Largest Fleet Challenge: 1st: H.J. Towing; 2nd: Hunter Contracting
Coolest Convoy: H.J. Towing