GBATS Frequently Asked Questions
F.A.Q
WHAT DOES IT COST TO PARTICIPATE IN THE GBATS TRUCK SHOW? DO I HAVE TO BE A CUSTOMER OF CSM/4 STATE TRUCKS?
Everyone is welcome! This is no charge for this hospitality, trucker appreciation event.
WHAT IS THE LATEST I CAN ARRIVE ON FRIDAY AND STILL ENTER MY TRUCK IN THE TRUCK SHOW?
The registration booth will close at noon on Friday. However, we strongly encourage you to arrive Thursday evening before 5:00 pm.
This allows for a smoother registration and parking procedure. Most importantly though, early arrival enables you to enjoy the competitorâs hospitality dinner which will be held Trackside on the West side of 43 highway this year at 6:00 pm on Thursday evening.
If you arrive anytime after Friday at noon, feel free to find a parking spot for your truck & just enjoy the show as it is an action-packed weekend!
WHERE CAN I FIND HOTELS AT A GOOD RATE? DO THEY HAVE A SHUTTLE?
Our hotel partners are LaQuinta Inn, Fairfield by Marriott, and Hotel 2644
When you call these hotels, be sure to mention GBATS in order to get the special rates and other perks.
LaQuinta Inn will be offering a shuttle service to the event. Special rate given for mentioning GBATS.
Fairfiled Inn by Marriott will offer discounted rate for mentioning GBATS.
Hotel 2644 will be offering a special rate of $99 per night, please mention GBATS.
To See More Options Visit Our Hotel Info Page!
WILL THERE BE SECURITY FOR MY TRUCK AT THE EVENT?
There is not on site security. However, there is law enforcement patrolling the lots at night and working the events and traffic.
WHERE IS THE GBATS REGISTRATION TENT?
We are excited to launch our new âRolling Registrationâ at GBATS 2025! The registration location has moved to the Petro lot (follow the signs upon arrival) where you will roll up in your rig and we will come to you. No parking your truck to wait in line and get your truck number, weâre streamlining this process for you! Stay tuned for more info on this as we get closer to truck show time.
WHERE CAN I DROP MY TRAILER?
Brunner Industries - 7928 E 26th St, Joplin, Mo 64804
PHONE: (417)623-2125
WEBSITE: brunfab.com
Only 10.6 Miles from GBATS!
*No Surveillance on Site
Semi Trailer Parking - (417)680-8469 - I44, East Of Joplin, MO - 24 Hour Surveillance, Cameras On The Lot And Owner Lives On Site 10-20 Spots @ $11/Day
WILL THERE BE A PLACE TO PARK MY CAMPER?
While we donât have camping spots available on the GBATS grounds, there are a couple of campgrounds very close to the action.
Joplin KOA: I-44 Exit 4, (800) 562-5675, 0.4 miles/2 minute drive, 8-minute walk
Visit Joplin KOA Here
Downstream RV Park: I-44 Exit 1 (West of Exit 4), (417) 626-6750, 5.2 miles/8 minute drive
Visit Downstream RV Park Here
WHERE CAN I CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE FULL SERVICE METAL POLISHING?
Pre-registering allows you to use the EXPRESS LINE at the Registration Tent saving you time plus youâll get a coupon for a free t-shirt ($10 off at the CSM Gear Tent). Even though you pre-register your truck, youâll still need to come to the Registration Tent (see GBATS Schedule & Maps) to pick up your truck number and get staged for parking.
The Polishing Guys
605 Stephens St.
Neosho, MO 64850
We're Mobile!
417-456-1990
thepolishingguy@gmail.com
Polishing-Guy.com
WHERE CAN I GET A FULL SERVICE TRUCK WASH?
Shiney Hiney North of Neosho -
12800 Hammer Rd, Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 456-4147
CAN I RENT A GOLF CART AT THE TRUCK SHOW? CAN I BRING MY OWN GOLF CART OR UTV?
Good news, you CAN bring your own golf cart to the truck show. Weâd like true golf carts to be brought, but we understand many people have UTVâs/ATVâs. Whether you bring a gold cart or a UTV, we just ask that you be courteous of pedestrians walking around the show and please pay attention to the signage helping you know where carts are allowed on the property and where they are not. Itâs going to be a great show, and we appreciate all your cooperation!
Golf Cart Rental Prices:
Two Passenger: (+tax)
1-day: $ 100
2-day: $ 200
3-day: $ 300
Four Passenger: (+tax)
1-day: $ 150
2-day: $ 275
3-day: $ 400
Call 417-883-9393 to book your rental. There are only so many rental carts allowed during the show, so the earlier you call the more likely you are to secure yours.
WHERE CAN I PARK MY CAR IF IâM JUST COMING TO WALK AROUND THE SHOW?
Weâve got you covered on auto parking!
Unfortunately, There will be no place for cars to park at 4 State Trucks. We are packing all the amazing show trucks into these areas, but we do have three great parking areas ready to go for you.
Auto parking will be designated behind Rapid Roberts, open area north of Dollar General, and an open area on the west side of 43 Highway (Behind the show truck area.)
All Auto Parking areas will be designated with signage as auto parking, so keep an eye out!
WHAT IF I WANT TO PURCHASE LARGE/BULKY ITEMS FROM 4 STATE TRUCKS DURING THE SHOW?
Weâre here to help! Weâll haul you and your purchase back to your vehicle, anywhere around here at Exit 4.
WHEN CAN I LEAVE THE SHOW?
Participants Of The Convoy event are asked to wait until 10:30 pm to leave 28th & Maiden Lane area.
Non-Participants of the convoy event we ask that you stay until the convoy pulls out around 6:30pm on Saturday.
If you are a Spectator you are welcome to come and go as you please. However, please know around 6:30pm we will be pulling the convoy out of the 4 State Trucks area and traffic will be heavy. We ask that you allow the convoy to finish getting out before leaving.
F.A.Q - CONVOY
WHEN IS THE CONVOY?
The convoy is held on Saturday 9/27/25 at 6pm!
Find more information here:
Convoy Information
HOW DO I REGISTER AND PARTICIPATE IN THE WORLDâS LARGEST CONVOY FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS?
You may pre-register for the convoy online by visiting our Registration page, and filling out the registration form. (Click Here)
To register once you arrive, visit the Special Olympics tent located near the retail storefront entrance. They will collect your $100 donation, get you registered, and give you a special decal to place in your windshield so that parking personnel will know you are a Convoy Participant.
There is a mandatory driverâs meeting for all Convoy Participants at 4:30 pm on Saturday evening near the Special Olympics tent.
The convoy will be bobtails only, no trailers.
For questions please email:
Haley Blevins | Development Director SWMO | Special Olympics Missouri
PO Box 14463 Springfield, MO 65814 | Phone: 636.575.3570 (mobile)
www.somo.org | blevins@somo.org
CAN I GIVE A RIDE TO A SPECIAL OLYMPICS ATHLETE ON THE CONVOY?
Unfortunately, Special Olympics will not be offering 'Ride in a Big Rig' at this time. Please check back for other ways to show your support.
CAN I ENTER MY TRUCK IN THE CONVOY EVEN IF IâM NOT PARTICIPATING IN THE TRUCK SHOW?
You certainly can! Register Here!
The cost for the convoy participation is a $100 donation per truck.
All proceeds will be used for Missouri area Special Olympics activities, needs, and events. Truckers that are not participating in the Truck Show but plan to participate in the Special Olympics Convoy must be pre-registered with Special Olympics by 4:00 pm on Saturday.
All convoy participants must also be present for a mandatory driverâs meeting at 4:30 pm on Saturday evening to be held in the Special Olympics tent.
Joplin Police Department Officer Brian Henderson will advise us on the driving route and instructions for the convoy. Exit 4 will be extremely congested all weekend.
Convoy Participants who arrive Saturday are asked to âstage upâ and line up down the frontage road on the SE corner of exit 4 â this is the area in front of Rapid Roberts/Conoco, KOA Campground, TMC Truck Lines.
Use channel 33 when you get to exit 4 for help in staging your truck. Convoy departure time is 6:00 pm sharp.
F.A.Q - DEMOLITION DERBY
WHEN IS THE DEMOLITION DERBY?
The GBATS Demolition Derby will be held on Thursday 9/25/2025 at 6:30pm.
West Side of Hwy 43, Trackside
Across the street from 4 State Trucks Retail Store
4579 State Hwy 43, Joplin, Mo 64804
WHAT DOES IT COST TO ATTEND THE THURSDAY DEMOLITION DERBY?
Truck Show Participants
You have FREE ACCESS to front row VIP seating-just bring your own lawn chair. There will be no admittance to the VIP seating area unless you bring a chair.
So, bring your lawn chair, relax, and enjoy the show.
Grandstand seating
$10 â CDL Holders
$20 â Non-CDL Adults (ages 13 and up)
$10 â Children (Ages 6-12)
FREE (Children 5 & Under)
$10 â Standing Room Only (No Seating)
** No outside food, drinks or coolers allowed.
** Seating on the grandstands are limited.
WHAT ARE THE RULES FOR THE DEMOLITION DERBY?
For Questions or Clarifications: These rules are final â no exceptions and no protests will be accepted. If itâs not clearly stated in the rules, you cannot do it. All cars will be thoroughly inspected, and any violations will result in automatic disqualification with no chance to cut or modify at the show.
If you have any questions or need clarification, contact Brandon Lane 620-605-9988. No calls or messages will be answered after 8:00 PM. Do not assume â ask first!
HOW DO I REGISTER AND PARTICIPATE IN THE DEMOLITION DERBY?
To register or if you have any questions or need clarification on rules, contact Brandon Lane 620-605-9988.
* Pre-Registration is welcomed, but not mandatory
*No calls or messages will be answered after 8:00 PM.
WHAT IS THE PRICE POOL FOR THE DERBY?
Full Size Builders Class
1st - $2000
2nd - $1000
3rd - $500
Full Size Stock Class
1st - $1500
2nd - $800
3rd - $300
Compact Class
1st - $1000
2nd - $500
3rd - $250
F.A.Q - TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL
WHEN IS THE TRUCK AND TRACTOR PULL?
The GBATS Truck and Tractor Pull will be held Friday 9/26/2025 at 7:30pm!
West Side of Hwy 43, Trackside
Across the street from 4 State Trucks Retail Store
4579 State Hwy 43, Joplin, Mo 64804
WHAT DOES IT COST TO ATTEND THE FRIDAY TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL?
Truck Show Participants
You have FREE ACCESS to front row VIP seating-just bring your own lawn chair. There will be no admittance to the VIP seating area unless you bring a chair.
So, bring your lawn chair, relax, and enjoy the show.
Grandstand seating
$15 â CDL Holders
$25 â Non-CDL Adults (ages 13 and up)
$15 â Children (Ages 6-12)
FREE (Children 5 & Under)
$10 â Standing Room Only (No Seating)
** No outside food, drinks, or coolers allowed.
** Seating on the grandstands is limited.
WHO CAN ENTER THEIR TRUCK IN THE FRIDAY NIGHT TRACTOR PULL?
All vehicles who participate in the pull are required to pass a basic safety inspection.
This is an invitational event, so classes are âlooselyâ formed. We will do our best to allow ANY Stock Road Semi Truck an opportunity to pull the sled with no pre-registering required. Simply show up and sign up for the event and youâre good to go.
However, if you have a pickup truck, 4Ă4 pickup, diesel pickup, farm tractor, Hot Tractor, Pro Semi Truck, Super Modified Tractor, or Street Stock Semi you need to contact social@4Statetrucks.com for information.
WHAT ARE THE CLASSES FOR THE TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL?
A Tentative List Of Classes
2.6 Pro Street Diesel Trucks
Pro Stock 4Ă4 Pickup Trucks
85 Limited Pro Tractors
Light Pro Tractor
Hot Rod Semi
Street Semi
