Peterbilts old and new turn out for first Pride & Class Parade

Oct 25, 2016

Nearly 50 trucks participated in the first Peterbilt Pride & Class Parade in downtown Denton, Texas, last week. (Courtesy Thomas Judd Photography)
Trucks, both old and new, participated in the parade. (Courtesy Thomas Judd Photography)
The parade was part of Peterbilt's annual employee and family open house. (Courtesy Thomas Judd Photography)

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Nearly 50 Peterbilt owners showed up in Denton, Texas, last week to participate in the first Peterbilt Pride & Class Parade around the town square.

Trucks ranging from a 1948 Model 350 to current 579s and 567s were on display and in town for Peterbilt’s annual employee and family open house.

The parade raised nearly $1,000 from donations for the United Way of Denton County.

Some photos from the parade can be seen above.

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