Kansas City, Missouri — The American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) announced a $5 raffle that lets trucking and NASCAR fans win two VIP tickets to the September 27 NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas Speedway, with proceeds earmarked for the society’s Building Maintenance Campaign.

ATHS has long served as a steward of the trucking industry’s heritage, curating antique fleets, preserving archival documents, and hosting educational events that trace the evolution of freight transport. The new raffle ties the excitement of NASCAR to the society’s mission to keep its headquarters in Kansas City functional and its historical collections intact.

The raffle draws will occur at ATHS headquarters in Kansas City and during the ATHS National Convention and Truck Show at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in Springfield, Missouri. Each ticket costs $5, and the winner will be selected on June 5 during the society’s awards banquet. The prize consists of two VIP seats for the Cup Series race, offering a front‑row view of the action and exclusive access to the paddock.

What This Means for Drivers

For CDL‑A holders and owner‑operators, the raffle presents a low‑cost opportunity to experience a major motorsport event that celebrates the speed and precision valued in trucking. The event’s timing—late September—aligns with the busy season’s peak, giving drivers a chance to unwind without missing critical freight deadlines. Additionally, the raffle’s proceeds help preserve the history that many drivers cite as a source of pride and industry identity, potentially inspiring new talent to pursue truck driver jobs.

Industry Reaction

While the announcement did not prompt a formal response from major carriers, industry observers noted that initiatives like ATHS’s raffle reinforce the cultural bond between trucking and motorsports. The NASCAR Cup Series has long attracted truck drivers for its high‑speed thrills, and the partnership offers a platform for carriers to showcase their heritage and attract owner‑operators interested in the sport’s community.

Key Points

• ATHS raffle offers two VIP tickets to the September 27 NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas Speedway.
• Tickets are priced at $5 and sold at ATHS headquarters and the National Convention & Truck Show.
• Proceeds support the Building Maintenance Campaign for ATHS’s Kansas City headquarters.
• Winner selected on June 5 during the society’s awards banquet.

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