By Tommy Lee Byrd – Images by the Author
General Motors built a tremendous following by combining style, performance, and utility into the trucks we know and love today. GM really hit its stride in 1947 and hasn’t let off the gas since, and with each generation of Chevrolet and GMC trucks comes a new flock of followers. From Advanced Design trucks to today’s technological masterpieces, there are millions of Chevrolet and GMC trucks out there. Bryan Ashley found a way to bring a bunch of these trucks and their owners together. He calls it the Southeastern Chevy/GMC Truck Nationals presented by LMC Truck, and this year marks 15 years the event has taken place.
Like many shows, it started small, with approximately 100 trucks on hand, but the Southeastern Chevy/GMC Truck Nationals has grown significantly since moving to the Wilson County Fairgrounds in Lebanon, Tennessee. The 2025 event featured 1,630 trucks, dozens of vendors, a great swap meet, and thousands of spectators through the gate during Friday and Saturday. Every generation of Chevrolet and GMC truck are represented, and you can always count on an array of build styles, from slammed shop trucks to sky-high 4x4s. The majority of the show is outdoor, but there are several buildings throughout the fairgrounds that provide a little break from the summertime heat.
There are 17 specialty awards given out on Saturday, but the atmosphere of the show is more about hanging out and having a good time. It’s a family friendly show with lots to offer and you know it’ll be on our calendar again in 2026. Go ahead and mark yours for July 17-18 and join the fun at the Wilson County Fairgrounds. You can find out more about the event at gmtruckshow.com.
