1,000 trucks at ATHS convention and show June 5-7 in Madison, Wisconsin

Updated May 11, 2025
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The American Truck Historical Society holds its annual National Convention and Truck Show, June 5–7 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin. 

Unnamed“There is plenty of trucking history in Wisconsin, and we are ready to make memories with our members and all who love trucks! You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and hopefully you will leave being passionate about trucking history,” said ATHS Convention Manager Courtney Cesar.

The event will showcase approximately 1,000 trucks and trailers of all shapes and sizes, as well as a vendor expo, educational sessions led by industry experts, and numerous networking opportunities. 

ATHS Convention Committee Chair Peter Wild said, “You’ve got to come to Madison and experience our event and you will understand why many ‘Come for the trucks. And join for the people.’ We anticipate a very good showing!”

ATHS recommends you register by May 11 if you are displaying a truck or if you are planning to attend optional events. On-site registration starts June 3 at the Alliant Energy Center

To register online, visit ATHS.org/convention/2025-convention (ATHS members must log in to receive member discounts.) or register by phone at 816-891-9900

May 11 is the last day of pre-registration. On-site registration starts June 3 at the Alliant Energy Center.  

Admission is $15/per day for ATHS members and $20/per day for non-members. Children 12 & under admitted free

The convention and show includes numerous presentations designed to educate and entertain attendees. Topics include hands-on demonstrations on air brakes, truck frame repair, tires and wheels and winch truck tanks; presentations on Eaton/Fuller Roadranger transmissions, International Trucks, horsepower and torque, restorations, and more.

Special events during the gathering include:

* Wednesday, June 4: Kickoff Party

*Thursday, June 5: Ice Cream Social, followed by a FREE Light Show hosted by the ATHS NextGen Group

*Friday, June 6: ATHS Awards Banquet, sponsored by Mack Trucks

For additional event details, visit ATHS.org/convention/2025-convention. Download the ATHS Connect mobile app for the best event experience. Search “ATHS Connect” in your mobile app store.

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The 2025 ATHS National Convention & Truck Show sponsors include Cummins, Daimler Truck North America, Vander Haag’s, Iowa 80, Truckomat, CAT Scale, Mack Trucks, Hagerty Insurance, the Sercombe Family, Reiselt’s Machine Works, WHEELS NOW, Inc., and Alliant Energy Center.