Next week, the American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) will celebrate its latest inductees into the American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame in Kansas City, Missouri.
The following leaders will be honored as the newest Hall of Fame members:
- Robert Young, ABF
- John Ruan, Ruan Transportation
- Marvin Rush, Rush Enterprises
- Frederick McKinley Jones, Thermo King
“ATHS welcomes its members and the Kansas City community to celebrate with us and enjoy the Hall of Fame induction of four industry greats,” said John Gravley, executive director of ATHS. “We’ll also have a local selection of historic trucks on display, including the OOIDA tour trailer, which is always a crowd favorite.”
The ceremony, which acknowledges individuals whose contributions have left a significant mark on the transportation sector, will commence at 1:30 p.m. Central Time at the ATHS headquarters, situated at 10380 N. Ambassador Drive, Kansas City, MO.
“We are thrilled to honor these pioneers who shaped the transportation industry,” said Tom Mullen, chair of the American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame. “Robert Young founded ABF, Fred Jones revolutionized truck and rail refrigeration, John Ruan was a leader in transportation logistics, and Marvin Rush established the nationwide dealership chain Rush Enterprises.”
In previous years, the Hall of Fame recognized notable figures such as OOIDA and Dave Nemo in 2021, Bill and Carolyn Moon in 2022, and Harry Kent and Edgar Worthington last year.
Additionally, several other individuals and trucking companies will receive recognition during the event on October 23.
Founded in 1971, the American Truck Historical Society aims to preserve the rich history of trucks, the trucking industry, and its trailblazers. With a global reach, ATHS boasts approximately 15,000 members and 100 chapters spread across 23 countries and all 50 states.
Source: Land Line
