Q: How do I get tickets to the free Friday night and Saturday night concerts at GATS?
A: Tickets are distributed on a first come, first serve basis. They will be distributed in the registration lobby starting at 9am the day of the concert. The concert is free to all registered attendees of the Great American Trucking Show. If you want tickets for both shows, you need to come each morning to obtain the tickets for the concert that evening.

Q: Is there Truck Parking available?
A: Yes, there is free Truck Parking available at the Reunion lot, which is located at Hotel street and Memorial Drive, at the southwest corner of the Dallas Convention Center. For directions to the lot please follow the link below.

Click Here for more information on Truck Parking

Q: Parking at the Dallas Convention Center.
A: There are numerous pay-to-park lots around the Dallas Convention Center. There is also paid parking lot underneath the Dallas Convention Center.

Q: Where can I find local Hotels that are close to the Convention Center?
A: The Great American Trucking Show has partnered with Travel Planners to help plan you trip to Dallas.

For more information on booking your hotel for the Great American Trucking Show please Click Here.

Q: How do I enter my truck in the Pride and Polish Truck Beauty Competition?
A: Please call Linda Meaux at 205-248-1361 or visit www.prideandpolish.com

Q: Can I park my RV or Camper in the Truck Parking Lot next to the Dallas Convention Center?
A: The City of Dallas does not allow RV/Camper parking within the city limits. If you are planning on bring your RV, check out the Dallas Metro KOA Campground at www.koa.com. This campsite is approximately 25 miles away from the Dallas Convention Center. For more information, you can email them at dallasmetro@koa.org or give them a call at 817-277-6600.

Q: Are wheelchairs/scooters available for rent?
A: Yes, Wheelchairs and scooters will be available for rent. You can contact AABCO-Ready Rental for your scooter needs at 972-412-3500.

Q: Can I bring my pet to the Great American Trucking Show?
A: Unfortunately, animals and pets are not permitted (with exception to guide dogs, signal dogs and other animals individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability) inside the Dallas Convention Center.

For over 40 years now, the Midnight Trucking Radio Network (MTRN) has been an integral part of the fabric of the nation’s trucking industry.  Listeners have counted on MTRN for the latest news, weather, information and entertainment to keep them in the know and provide them with programming they need.

Owned and operated by Citadel Broadcasting., The Midnight Trucking Radio Network broadcasts their 5 hour programs LIVE nightly between the hours of midnight and 5 a.m. CST Monday – Sunday.  This targeted trucking broadcast provides a “full service” program of driver conversation, industry news and talk as well as interactive promotional contesting.  Now available by podcast download, MTRN can be heard live or “on demand”.

For more information visit www.midnighttrucking.com.

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SmartSessions
Sponsored by TMTA

TMTA offers FREE seminars to help you improve your business. Below are this year’s currently scheduled seminars and times.

Managing CSA

This session will address what you need to do in order to ensure your company is effectively managing CSA.  What should you do if you receive a warning letter?  Is the data being collected correctly?  What should you do if you see incorrect data? What effects will CSA have on drivers?   Learn answers to these questions and more.

Thursday, August 25, 2011    2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Friday, August 26, 2011         11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Saturday, August 27, 2011     11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Tire Technology to Save You Money

Tire costs are extremely important in a company’s maintenance program.  Find out the latest tire technology and how you can combat rising fuel costs while hauling more payload. Do your tires pay you back?

Friday, August 26, 2011        10:00 am – 11:00 am

EOBRs:  A Valuable Tool

With CSA, Electronic On-Board Recorders (EOBRs) are fast becoming an important tool for companies.  Attend this session to learn how EORBs can assist you with regulatory compliance.

Friday, August 26, 2010         11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Hours of Service Regulations

Learn how to comply with the Hours of Service Regulations as well as the latest updates on the proposed rule changes.

Friday, August 26, 2011       11:00 am – 12:00 pm

How to Prepare for a Safety Audit

DOT or your state enforcement officials want to audit your operations. Are you ready? Ideal for independent contractors and small fleets, this seminar will provide hands-on specifics about preparing for a safety audit by either the U.S. DOT or state officials.

Friday, August 26, 2011         10:00 am – 11:00 am
Saturday, August 27, 2011     10:00 am – 11:00 am

PrePass Technology

PrePass weigh station e-screening will soon be implemented in Texas.  PrePass technology allows trucks to comply at weigh stations and pay E-Z Pass tolls electronically.  Learn how this technology may help carriers save time, money and fuel.

Friday, August 26, 2011         10:00 am – 11:00 am
Saturday, August 27, 2011     10:00 am – 11:00 am

Owner-Operator Taxes 101

How do you deal with critical issues in a down economy/freight cycle?  Find out when and how to interact with the IRS.  Is bankruptcy really an option?  Attend this session to learn the answers to these questions and more.

Saturday, August 27, 2011     10:00 am – 11:00 am

360 Degree Owner-Operator

Find out what steps you need to take to achieve and manage a fiscally fit operation.

Saturday, August 27, 2011     11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Fuel Management for Fleets & Owner-Operators

This seminar is designed to inform attendees of various options available for fuel purchase optimization and how they can work best for you.

Saturday, August 27, 2011     11:00 am – 12:00 pm

* Dates and times of seminars are subject to change. Check back in early August for finalized seminars and times.

GATS is proud to offer our attendees free onsite truck parking right across from the Dallas Convention Center!

On Central Expressway
Take Central Expressway (U.S. 75) southbound. Take exit to I-35/U.S. 77 to Field Street. Turn left under the freeway and veer to the right onto Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.

On the Tollway
Go south on the Dallas North Tollway. Take the Harry Hines/Downtown exit to Field Street to Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.

On Highway 183
Take Carpenter Freeway (I-183) east to Stemmons Freeway (I-35E)southbound. Take the I-45/U.S. 75 exit to the Griffin Street exit. The Convention Center is straight ahead. (Also works for those coming from Denton/Lewisville.) On I-35 from the South Take R.L. Thornton Freeway (I-35E) northbound. Take I-30 east to Griffin/Lamar exit. Stay in the left lane as you exit to continue on Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.

On I-45
Take Julius Schepps (I-45) northbound. Take I-30 West to Downtown/Ervay Street exit to Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.

On I-30
Take R.L. Thornton Freeway (I-30) westbound to Dallas. Take the Downtown/Ervay Street exit from the left lane of the freeway. As you exit, you will be on Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.

Automated Direction Line – (214) 939-2700

Some of the exciting events that will be held during the 14th annual Great American Trucking Show are: the Custom Rigs Pride and Polish Truck Beauty Competition, Educational Seminars sponsored by TMTA, the Commercial Vehicle Outlook Conference, free concerts from top country music artists, exhibits from leaders in the heavy duty trucking industry and much more.

2012 Show Times

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August 23-25, 2012

August 22-24, 2013