Peak racers outside GATS main entrance

Aug 22, 2013

Updated Aug 23, 2013

Great American Trucking Show attendees can register at Peak’s booth #16118 for a chance to win a “VIP Racing Experience” for two with Peak Motorsports. We caught the tail end of the Peak hauler’s delivery of the racer and funny car below, both on display outside the main entrance on the lower level of the Dallas Convention Center through Saturday, Aug. 24. Enjoy the pictures!

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