The annual Mack Trucks Calendar Contest has returned for its 2027 edition, bringing new categories into the mix while continuing to highlight working trucks across real-world applications. The program focuses on trucks currently in revenue service, not showpieces or retired units, putting the spotlight on equipment that earns its keep every day.

“The Mack Calendar Contest is really about the pride our customers have in their trucks and the work they do with them,” said David Galbraith, Mack Trucks vice president, global brand and marketing. “Every year, we see incredible entries that capture the toughness, reliability, and character of Mack trucks in action. With the addition of new categories this year, we’re looking forward to seeing even more stories from the people who rely on Mack to get the job done.”

What’s New in the 2027 Contest

This year’s contest introduces additional themed categories aimed at reflecting how Mack trucks are used across different job types and operating conditions.

New categories include:

• Built for Toughest Jobs
• Built for Versatility
• Built for the Long Haul
• Alternative Fuels

These are being added alongside returning categories such as Old Bulldogs Hard at Work, as well as model-specific entries for trucks like the Mack MD, Mack LR, and Mack TerraPro.

Important Dates to Know

Drivers and fleet operators planning to enter should pay close attention to the timeline:

• Early entry period ends March 31
• Public voting runs from April 1 through April 30
• Submissions remain open during the voting period
• Winners will be announced by May 30

Each participant can receive one vote per day in each category through the contest website.

What Winners Receive

Selected trucks will be featured in the official 2027 Mack calendar. Each winning entry will also receive a professional photo shoot arranged by Mack Trucks.

In addition to the calendar, selected entries may be showcased across Mack’s social media platforms, which reach more than 1,000,000 followers.

Who Should Enter

The contest is open to trucks actively working in fleets, meaning vehicles that are still hauling, operating, and generating revenue. This keeps the focus on real working conditions, whether that is long-haul freight, vocational jobs, or specialized applications.

Where to Find More Information

Full contest rules and submission details are available through Mack Trucks’ website here. Questions about entries can be directed to socialmedia@macktrucks.com.

The finished 2027 calendar is expected to be released later this year through Mack’s online store.

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Fan-selected photos shape this year’s theme.

The 2026 calendar carries the theme “main character energy” and highlights 12 Mack trucks photographed while actively working in a wide range of industries and locations.

Rather than using staged or promotional images, the trucks featured in the calendar were selected by Mack fans from photos submitted by truck owners. The result is a lineup that reflects how Mack equipment is actually used on the job, from construction and agriculture to waste hauling, fuel delivery, and logging.

Each month features a different truck and operation, offering a snapshot of the diversity of work Mack trucks perform every day.

Calendar contest winners represent a wide range of operations

The trucks included in the 2026 calendar come from both private fleets and municipal operations across the United States and Canada. The selected entries span multiple Mack models and decades of service.

The 2026 Mack Calendar Contest winners include:

Anthem

• Crosby Trucking, Harrisonburg, Virginia
• Jaindl Farms, Orefield, Pennsylvania

Granite

• Comer Oil Company, York, South Carolina
• Lauren Concrete, Austin, Texas

MD

• Powers Oil and Propane, Alliance, Ohio

Pinnacle

• G.C. Hudson Supply Ltd., Brockville, Ontario, Canada
• Wm. D. Scepaniak Inc., Holdingford, Minnesota

LR and LR Electric

• Trident Waste and Recycling, LLC, North Charleston, South Carolina
• Recycling and Solid Waste, City of Sacramento, Sacramento, California

TerraPro

• kmG Hauling Inc., Sterling, Virginia

Legacy

• 1989 R Model, Lane’s Logging LLC, Woolwine, Virginia
• 1978 R Model, Francis Enterprises, Kingfisher, Oklahoma

A mix of modern equipment and classic iron

The calendar blends current production models with legacy trucks that have remained in service for decades. The inclusion of both modern vocational trucks and classic R Models reflects the longevity of Mack equipment and the pride many operators take in maintaining older trucks.

For drivers and carriers, the calendar serves as both a visual showcase and a reminder of the role these trucks play across different segments of the industry.

The 2026 Mack Trucks calendar is available now through the company’s website.

Source: Truckers News

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