The 41st Shell Rotella SuperRigs will ride into Wyoming from June 8-10 at the Cam-Plex Wyoming Center in Gillette with the "Big Rigs, Big Competition, Big Country" theme. Truck drivers throughout North America will have the chance to enter the annual truck beauty contest, which celebrates the hardworking trucking community, the company stated in a press release.
"The incredible trucks entered each year are a testament to the drivers that put in the hard work to make them a source of pride for the trucking industry," said Heather Duffey, Shell Rotella's global commercial road transport integrated communications manager. "We're excited to see what this year's competition has in store."
SuperRigs is Shell Rotella's annual truck beauty contest for actively working trucks. Owner-operators across the U.S. and Canada compete yearly for more than $25,000 in cash and prizes. Twelve drivers will be selected to have their trucks featured in the 2024 Shell Rotella SuperRigs calendar.
See also: Winners of SuperRigs 2022
The Cam-Plex facility is located off Interstate 90; has over 1,000 acres of land; and features a theater, convention hall, two multi-purpose pavilions, a racetrack, rodeo grounds, more than 1,700 RV sites, and a 21-acre park and picnic area. This is the first time the event has occurred in Wyoming. Last year's SuperRigs, its 40th anniversary, was in Branson, Missouri.
Trucks entered in the Shell Rotella SuperRigs truck competition will be judged by experienced industry professionals who work for major trucking publications or broadcast companies. Judges score the rigs on exterior appearance, design, detail/finish, originality, and workmanship.
Numerous events and activities are planned to honor the shared spirit of cowboys and truckers, according to the release. SuperRigs contestants and attendees will be able to see participating rigs in North America, all while enjoying family-friendly activities throughout the three-day event, Shell Rotella stated.
SuperRigs 2023 virtual events
Shell Rotella Ambassadors: Eleantay McClure (@TruckingWithTay), Cole Sonne (@SonneFarms), and Mike Gaffin (@TheBostonTrucker) will be bringing SuperRigs to social media throughout the three-day event. There will be Facebook/Instagram Live videos from the Judge's Lane on the Shell Rotella social channels.
People's Choice Award: The People's Choice Award will take place virtually, opening the competition to truck drivers across North America who cannot enter SuperRigs in person. Voting for the public runs June 3-9. This year, $1 for every People's Choice vote tallied will be donated to the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund. The winner will be announced as part of the awards ceremony at SuperRigs. To vote for the Virtual People's Choice Award, visit MyMilesMatter.
SuperRigs Cam-plex activities
Truck parade: On Thursday night, contestants participate in the truck parade through downtown Gillette.
Contestant dinner: The SuperRigs contestant dinner will take place on Friday and is open to contestants and one guest.
Truck light show: On Friday night, contestants will turn Cam-Plex into a mosaic of colors and lights as they compete for the "Best Lights" category.
Pillage People concert: Friday night will also feature a performance by the Pillage People, a local band.
Drone show: After the SuperRigs contestants light up the grounds at Cam-plex on Friday night, a drone show will light up the sky with a display of patterns and designs.
Full SuperRigs 2023 event schedule
All times are Mountain Standard Time.
Thursday, June 8
7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Event registration
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Judging lane hours
7-8:30 p.m. Parade through Gillette
Friday, June 9
7 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Event registration
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Judging lane hours
8-10 p.m.: Best Lights judging
9-10 p.m.: Pillage People concert
10 p.m.: Drone light show
Saturday, June 10
7-10 a.m.: Event registration for pre-registrants only
8-11:30 a.m.: Judging lane hours
2-3:30 p.m.: Shell Rotella SuperRigs Awards Presentation
4:00 p.m.: Event closes
