Paul K. Young Memorial Truck Beauty Championship

The Truck Beauty Championship is named in honor of Paul K. Young, the founder of The Mid-America Trucking Show. Now in its 20th year, the 2009 event is sure to be another crowd pleaser. With more than 100 show trucks competing annually, the Truck Beauty Championship showcases some of the most awe-inspiring trucks in the nation competing in more than 20 classes to determine who will win the coveted best of show.

Mid-America's Driver Recruitment Center

A gathering of more than 100 of trucking's elite fleets looking for new drivers. These companies can provide employment opportunities for those drivers interested in advancing their career in the trucking industry. This specialized area of the show, sponsored by Over-The-Road and Pro-Trucker Magazines, will once again be in the West Wing at the 2009 Mid-America Trucking Show.

Mobil Delvac presents John Anderson and The Grascals at MATS 2010

The Mid-America Trucking Show is proud to host country music legend John Anderson and award winning bluegrass band The Grascals, presented in concert by Mobil Delvac at the 2010 show this March 25-27.

John Anderson will headline the Mobil Delvac concert with hits from his new album "Bigger Hands" and country classics such as "Swingin", "Straight Tequila Night", and "Money in the Bank". With one of the most distinctive and instantly recognizable voices in country music, John Anderson has received countless awards including multiple CMA Awards, a Grammy nomination, multiple #1 singles and produced a multi-platinum album. The Grascals are slated to open with their trademark blend of traditional bluegrass and classic country, which has earned them multiple Grammy nominations and several coveted IBMA and SPBGMA awards.

The concert will be held on-site in Freedom Hall of the Kentucky Exposition Center, immediately following the Friday edition of the Mid-America Trucking Show. Complimentary tickets will be distributed, while supplies last, from Mobil Delvac's Booth (#18160 in the North Wing) during the 39th annual Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, KY.

Mid-America's Internet & Technology Center

Once again, Mid-America's Internet & Technology Center will be held in the West Wing of the Kentucky Exposition Center. Join us as we showcase the most innovative technology available to the trucking industry in one centralized location, including:

• Advanced internet systems
• Internet load posting
• On-line recruiting, truck and trailer sales, road condition, mapping systems, and other resources.
• Global positioning and freight tracking software.
• Network systems and hardware.
• Personal computers and laptops.
• In-cab and handheld CE devices.
• Advanced office systems, specifically designed for fleets and owner/operators.
• Truck and engine maintenance systems.
• Technology seminars.
• Prizes, give-a-ways and more...