Semi Crazy Truck Show looking to ‘bring back the past’ with antique truck showcase

0
10K


Dozens of antique tractors and semi trucks will be showcased in North Carolina this weekend as part of an annual tradition. 

The Ole Smokey Antique Tractor Show and Semi Crazy Truck Show will take place on Friday, May 7th and Saturday, May 8th at the former Haywood County Fairgrounds at 758 Crabtree Road in Waynesville, North Carolina. 

According to The Mountaineer News, this year marks the 25th anniversary of the yearly show founded by Gus Ledford and Gil Henry.

“Ledford had a vision of bringing back the past,” said Darren Wade, current president of the Ole Smoky Antique Tractor & Engine Association. “Him and several more people got together and the event grew from there. We are trying to keep the tradition going and keep the show going. We want to continue the tradition of showing how they used to farm versus what they do now. A lot of the innovation of the tractors they used in the 40s and 50s are just like the ones we use today,” Wade added. 

“The younger generation doesn’t really understand it — that’s why we’re trying to get young people interested and carry on the tradition.”

In addition to the vintage trucks, farm equipment, and trailers, the show will feature food trucks, wagon rides, tractor train rides, a parade, vendors, raffles,live music, and a semi truck light show. 

“The truck show will have everything from working trucks on the road to show trucks to everything else,” Wade said. “There will be plenty for people to see and look at for hours.”

The show is free to the public, but donations are appreciated. 

The two-day event will be open on Friday, May 7 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. with the light show at dusk, and on Saturday, May 8 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information, visit the website here.


Search
Sponsored
Categories
Read More
Trucking News
Trucker, motorist hurt during pickup’s attempt to pass big rig
A trucker and a motorist were injured on Monday morning after the motorist attempted to pass the...
By MEGA MISTAKES 2022-06-20 22:08:10 0 9K
Video
$10K reward offered for info on stolen semi trailer loaded with $80K worth of Kraft products
A cash reward is being offered for information regarding the theft of a truck and trailer loaded...
By Truck Drivers Life 2021-07-15 01:11:11 1 17K
Trucking News
CVSA Announces Enforcement of English Proficiency Standards for Commercial Truck Drivers Starting June 25, 2025
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced that beginning June 25, 2025,...
By American Truck Drivers 2025-05-07 02:27:06 0 5K
Trucking News
Over 3,000 Pounds of Marijuana and 260 Pounds of Cocaine Seized in Kansas Semi Truck Bust
A major drug trafficking operation was interrupted on Sunday, June 2, 2025, after a routine...
By Truck Drivers Life 2025-06-06 20:46:37 0 2K
Trucking News
Truck driver found guilty of conspiracy to transport 124 people in sealed trailer
A Texas-based truck driver has been convicted on a conspiracy charge related to a large-scale...
By MEGA MISTAKES 2022-07-24 15:18:40 0 11K
Truck Drivers Life | Social Network for Truck Drivers https://www.truckdrivers.life