Fort Worth, Texas — The 42nd annual Shell Rotella SuperRigs truck show is locked in for May 30 through June 1 at the Texas Motor Speedway, bringing top-tier working rigs from across the country into the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. This year's competition offers professional drivers and owner-operators a shot at more than $25,000 in combined cash and prizes across multiple categories, including the coveted Best of Show and People's Choice awards.
Organizers have set up the infield of the Texas Motor Speedway to host all competition lanes, registration booths, and evening entertainment. Contestants and visitors must use the south tunnel for all vehicle entry and exit during the three-day gathering. Doug Morris, director of security operations for the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, serves as the contest operations consultant to keep judging standards tight and fair for every participating rig.
Trucks entered in the event face evaluation across five core criteria: exterior appearance, design, detail and finish, originality, and overall workmanship. Julie Wright, Shell Rotella brand manager, noted that staging the event at the Texas Motor Speedway matches the scale and ambition of the professional drivers who keep the freight moving. Alongside the heavy-duty truck competition, the weekend schedule includes family-friendly attractions, a Friday night headline concert by the Austin-based band Brodie Lane, and an evening fireworks display.
What This Means for Drivers
For an OTR truck driver or regional CDL-A holder hauling through Texas, this event offers a rare chance to showcase countless hours of custom fabrication and maintenance work outside of regular hauls. Owner-operators competing for top prizes must have their rigs prepped and ready for the judging lanes during scheduled registration windows. Trucking companies hiring enthusiast drivers often send recruiters to these high-profile gatherings to connect with skilled operators who take immense pride in their equipment.
Industry Reaction
Industry advocates view the long-running SuperRigs competition as a vital morale booster for a trucking workforce that logs millions of grueling miles annually. By highlighting the craftsmanship, chrome, and sheer mechanical power of working commercial vehicles, the event bridges the gap between commercial freight operations and the broader public's appreciation for the profession. OOIDA's direct involvement through Doug Morris underscores the deep connection between driver advocacy groups and events that celebrate the backbone of American logistics.
Key Points
- The 42nd Shell Rotella SuperRigs runs from May 30 to June 1 at Texas Motor Speedway.
- More than $25,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded in categories like Best of Show and People's Choice.
- Trucks are judged on exterior appearance, design, detail and finish, originality, and workmanship.
- All events take place in the speedway infield, accessible via the track's south tunnel.
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