A Mixer Truck with a Mission

The Kenworth T880S 11-yard Con-Tech BridgeKing Mixer, designed for efficiency and compliance with federal bridge regulations, played a pivotal role in this charitable initiative. Displayed at the World of Concrete event in Las Vegas, this specialized mixer truck became the centerpiece of a live auction aimed at making a positive social impact.

During the auction, Minnesota’s Crow River Construction acquired the T880S mixer for an impressive $260,000. All proceeds were donated to Con-Tech-selected charities, such as Ronald McDonald House® of Rochester, Minnesota, Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Minnesota, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, and the Child Liberation Foundation, among others.

A Perfect Match for Crow River Construction

Crow River Construction, a company based in New London, Minnesota, launched its ready-mix division just a few years ago in 2021. Their growing fleet—already consisting exclusively of Kenworth T880 and W900 mixers—quickly expanded to include the auctioned truck.

“The timing was perfect. We were looking to add another T880 mixer to our fleet when our contacts at Rihm Kenworth and Con-Tech reached out about the auction,” reported Kraig Hanson, owner of Crow River Construction. “It was awesome to purchase a new truck that’s a good fit for our operation while seeing that money donated to some incredible charity organizations that are making a difference in our local communities in Minnesota and beyond.”

Con-Tech and Kenworth’s Dedication to Giving Back

For Con-Tech Manufacturing, the auction was a significant event. “This auction is a significant fundraising initiative that resulted in a remarkable donation to charity organizations that all of us at Con-Tech deeply value. We greatly appreciate Crow River Construction for purchasing this truck to help make this happen,” shared Dan Welsh, president of Con-Tech Manufacturing, located in Dodge Center, Minnesota.

Kenworth also recognized the meaningful collaboration behind this initiative. Kyle Kimball, director of marketing at Kenworth, stated, “It was great to team up with Con-Tech, Rihm Kenworth, and other contributing suppliers to build this truck and help raise money for some incredible charity organizations.”

Building Strong Community and Industry Bonds

Founded in 2013, Crow River Construction specializes in sewer, water, and utility construction, along with their ready-mix and aggregate material services. Today, the company operates 28 Kenworth trucks, including models like the T880, W900, and W990.

“Kenworth trucks make up the majority of our fleet, and they are very reliable for us,” said Hanson. “We have a great relationship with Rihm. They’ve done a great job supporting our company by equipping us with trucks that match our operational needs.”

Source: The Trucker

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Mark your calendars for Thursday, March 27, at 6 p.m., as attendees gather in South Wing Lobby A and South Wing Room B101 at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Sponsored by Triumph and WEX, this event promises a fantastic evening to kick off the three-day trucking extravaganza.

What to Expect at the Opening Reception

The reception, free for all badged attendees, offers a prime mix of entertainment, networking, and celebration. Highlights include:

• Silent Auction: Support the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund through a silent auction featuring unique items. All proceeds go to charity.

• Bourbon Tasting: Savor Kentucky’s finest bourbons in an immersive tasting experience. To participate, grab free activity tickets from Triumph (Booth #37301) or WEX (Booth #18068) during Thursday show hours.

• Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony: Celebrate those who’ve significantly contributed to the trucking industry as new members are inducted into the MATS Wall of Fame. Nominations for the Class of 2025 are open at www.truckingshow.com/mats-wall-of-fame.

• Complimentary Food and Beer: Enjoy free drinks courtesy of Triumph and WEX. Pick up drink tickets at their booths during Thursday’s show hours. Free food will also be available in South Wing Room B101 during the reception.

• Craft Beer Tasting: Discover local brews with the Louisville Ale Trail, featuring tastings from breweries like Monnik, Hometown, Against the Grain, and Hi-Wire. Free activity tickets can be collected from sponsors Triumph and WEX on Thursday.

• Live Music: Kick off MATS with energy and charm as Bourbon Revival takes the stage, welcoming attendees with a lively performance.

Get Ready to Experience MATS

For more details about the event and to register for MATS 2025, visit www.truckingshow.com.

MATS 2025 runs from March 27 to March 29 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY.

Source: Truckers News

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This iconic truck sold for $1.5 million to Rush Truck Centers, with proceeds going to charity. A significant $500,000 raised from sweepstakes entries benefited the Wounded Warrior Project, an organization dedicated to supporting veterans.

Jennifer Best of Pryor, Oklahoma, was the lucky winner of the sweepstakes and now proudly owns the rare 389X. She and her husband Shane co-own Shane Best Trucking, which primarily serves the construction and roadwork industries. “We do construction, road work,” Shane Best explained. “My family’s done it. My dad was in trucking, her dad was in trucking.”

Initially, Jennifer found it hard to believe. “I couldn’t believe it. We thought they were kidding with us,” she said. Rather than putting the truck to work, the Bests plan to collaborate with Tulsa’s Rush Truck Center to turn the 389X into a custom showpiece. “Oh no. We really want to keep it around” for posterity, Shane added.

The truck was presented at the American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference at Nashville’s Music City Center. Jessie Carzoli of the Wounded Warrior Project expressed gratitude for the support. “We will put it directly into programs and services that matter so much to our veterans,” she said.

In addition to supporting the Wounded Warrior Project, proceeds from the truck’s sale also went to Truckers Against Trafficking and Wreaths Across America, both causes closely connected to the trucking community.

Reflecting on the event, Rusty Rush said, “It’s been a great day and an exciting day. It’s been very special … a great past 6-8 months putting this together — trailering the truck around the country.”

As for the future of the truck, Shane hinted that it might make its debut as a showpiece at next year’s Guilty by Association Truck Show in Joplin, Missouri.

Source: Overdrive / Todd Dillis

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