Back by popular demand, the Mid-America Trucking Show announces the return of the MAC Trailer Winter Nationals Championship Pull as part of its dynamic lineup of events for MATS 2026. The Truck Pull will take place Saturday, March 28th at 5pm in Freedom Hall, following the Saturday session of MATS at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky.

Adding an exhilarating element of competition to the world’s largest heavy-duty trucking event, the Truck Pull will once again bring the thunder of high-power machines to Freedom Hall, where competitors from multiple pulling classes, featuring hot rod semis, pro stock tractors, light modified tractors, and super stock diesel trucks, will battle for distance and bragging rights in front of hundreds of industry professionals and trucking enthusiasts.

The Winter Nationals Truck Pull not only delivers unforgettable excitement but also reinforces MATS’s commitment to offering action-packed entertainment alongside its renowned exhibit halls, educational seminars, and networking opportunities. Pulling fans and industry attendees alike will witness the raw power, engineering excellence, and competitive spirit that define this fan-favorite attraction.

The 2026 Truck Pull continues a proud tradition of showcasing performance and power, highlighting engines and builds that captivate both the trucking community and motorsports enthusiasts. As a partnership between MATS and the IHRA Pro Pulling League, the pull adds a new level of excitement to a historic event. The Truck Pull will bring a close to 3 days of exhibits, events, and entertainment with high-adrenaline excitement that complements its business and educational focus.

For more details on the Truck Pull and to sign up for an alert when tickets become available for purchase, visit https://truckingshow.com/truck-pull/

About MATS

Since 1972, the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) has grown to be the world’s largest and longest-running annual heavy-duty trucking event. MATS is the place to experience everything from new technologies to networking with industry thought leaders. This is where the industry’s largest brands and promising startups do business, form partnerships, and make meaningful connections. More than 800 exhibitors and 50,000 attendees are expected from across the globe at MATS this year, making it the education and innovation epicenter of the trucking industry. The entire industry connects at MATS 54 on March 26-28, 2026.