Last held in 2021, the Taranaki Truck Show returned over Easter Weekend 2024. The biggest event yet, it had clearly been missed.

The 2024 Taranaki Truck Show kicked off at 9am on Sunday 31 March with an impressive convoy from Centennial Drive at Port Taranaki in New Plymouth to the show’s traditional venue, Hickford Park, Bell Block.

A Trade Me auction was held to determine the lead vehicle, which was won by JD Hickman.

It was a beautiful Easter Weekend, sunny with a cool breeze – and great views of the mountain.

According to the Taranaki Truckers Group Committee, the 2024 show presented the largest turnout of trucks yet, with an estimated 180 attending. The show attracted local enthusiasts and families alike, with several having picnics alongside their trucks. There were food stalls aplenty and activities to keep future little truckers entertained.

The local fire department put on a great demonstration, alongside Hato Hone St John in attendance.

After the last show, Michielsens Transport was the reigning champion of the Uhlenberg Haulage tug-o- war challenge, but this year, the Taranaki Truckers Group Committee won out.

A total of $17,719 was raised for the Taranaki Retreat and Waimanako, a suicide prevention initiative.

The Taranaki Truckers Group Committee would like to thank each of the 40 show sponsors and the volunteers who helped on the day, as well as all the drivers who came along to support the show, with a special thanks to the Taranaki community.

Here’s looking forward to the next show in 2026.

Taranaki Truck Show winners