The 44th Annual Tire Rack 4-Wheel Jamboree Fall Nationals—Driven by Yokohama—roared into a new location for 2025 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville, Indiana. The three-day throwdown packed in 2,102 participant vehicles, 16,790 spectators, and 73 vendors selling everything from suspension lifts to wheels and tires.

Trending Upward

Compared to the 2024 Fall 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals, the 2025 event delivered a 12 percent jump in spectators, a 42 percent surge in vendors, and a modest 1 percent uptick in participants. That growth is impressive, especially considering the event had been rooted in its previous location for 36 straight years. The momentum also signals a strong rebound after years of decline under former management. Now, with new owners—a team of former employees from the original 4-Wheel Jamboree management company—the series is charging hard to reclaim its “former glory.”

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The Mud Bog was the place to see fun runs as well as six classes of competition. Thirty-six 4x4s competed in the six classes.     

4-Wheel Jamboree Fall Nationals Packed Schedule

The Fall 4-Wheel Jamboree packed the weekend with wall-to-wall action. Fans got the staples they know and love—monster truck mayhem in both racing and freestyle, and a massive Show ’N’ Shine—plus a whole lot more. The Performance Marketplace buzzed with vendors, a burnout competition was on tap Sunday, and monster truck rides gave fans a chance to strap in and experience the vibe.

And that was just the start. Mud bogging, kids’ and adults’ games, a cruise route, and SXS racing kept the fairgrounds alive with nonstop action. Evening entertainment cranked up at the Jambo Roadhouse Bar with Kingpin Karaoke, while Indy Powersports brought the heat with its SXS Ride & Drive throughout the weekend.

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Monster truck racing was on tap each day. When the dust settled, Raminator took the top spot on Friday and Saturday, while Jurassic Attack won on Sunday. Jurassic Attack also won the freestyle competition all three days. 

4-Wheel Jamboree Fall Nationals Truck Pulls And More

Capping it all off were two new attractions: Indiana Pulling League truck pulling and a Saturday night acoustic concert featuring country music artist Garrett Bradford. Bradford’s song “This Way of Life” was featured on the television show Yellowstone.

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The Indiana Pulling League offered some infield action not normally seen at the 4-Wheel Jamboree.

Thanks To The Jambo Nation

The feedback we received from participants at the Fall 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals was overwhelmingly positive. And the folks who put on the event were pleased with the outcome. An official statement from Events Inc. said, “We’re not gonna lie – it feels pretty… darn… good. So many told us that we would do 50 percent if we moved the Fall Nat’s away from the previous venue. But, we put it in the hands of the Jambo Nation, and they gave us the insight to move forward. And Danville delivered. To our detractors – if you didn’t know, now you know. Come see us next year – we still love you. To the Jambo Nation – thank you for your support and faith in the folks who are risking their asses to keep the 4-Wheel Jamboree alive and thriving. We love you all.

“And one last thing… let’s give it up for America- the only place on this globe that would allow for something like the 4-Wheel Jamboree to even exist. Don’t ever forget that! Now let’s make 2026 the greatest year in Jambo history. On to the next one…”

4-Wheel Jamboree Fall Nationals Awards And Race Results

What sets the 4-Wheel Jamboree Fall Nationals apart isn’t just the roaring engines or the mud-slinging action—it’s the wide range of awards handed out to many participants. From recognizing the youngest and oldest attendees to spotlighting stand-out rigs, the Jamboree makes sure everyone has a shot at the spotlight. Below are this year’s award winners, provided by Events Inc. Check out who took home the honors, then read on for some of the racing results and more from other events that took place throughout the weekend, all in one place.

Oldest Participant- Michael James, 78 years old

Youngest Participant-  Shooter Collins, 17 years old

Longest Distance- Donavin Willis, Davenport, FL (1,013 miles)

Best Military Vehicle- Mark & Amy Foxworth, 1970 Kaiser Bobbed Deuce

AWARD OF EXCELLENCE (10 recipients, listed in no specific order)

David Arcangeli- 1988 Chevy K5 Blazer

Katherine Conrad- 1957 Willys Wagon

Chad Coffey- 1984 Jeep CJ-7

Ryan Hobbs- 2003 Ford Excursion

Darren & Lisa Gottschalk- 1988 Jeep Wrangler

Travis McDonald- 1999 Ford F-350

Tobie Vannatta- 2018 Jeep Wrangler

Aaron Laird- 2008 Chevy 1500

Bobby Smith-  1987 Chevy Silverado

Cody Brames-  1995 Chevy 1500

DAILY DRIVER (10 recipients, listed in no specific order)

Edward Rostock- 1965 Chevy El Camino 4X4

Alan Fall- 1978 Chevy K5

Delbert Hamilton- 1976 Ford F-350

Dave Gwin- 1976 Chevy K-30

Bob Agans- 1975 Ford F-250

Jared Chastain- 1959 Jeep FC-170

Rex Hyde- 1986 Chevy Custom Deluxe

Eric Schlitzer- 2000 Ford Excursion

Gary Knight- 1972 GMC Jimmy Camper

Jeff Kiss- 2008 Ford F-150

STREET ZERO (Zero Areas Modified)

Best Jeep

1. James Beckham- 2008 Jeep Wrangler
2. Pam Lone- 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

Best Ford

1. Dave Duvall- 1969 Ford F-150
2. Michael James- 1979 Ford F-150

Best GM

1. Bart Ellison- 1972 Chevy K10
2. John Caldwell- 1987 Chevy C20

Best Mopar

1. Joe Dabkowski- 1980 Dodge Ramcharger
2. Scott Isaacs- 2017 Dodge Ram 2500

Best of All the Rest

1. Jeremy Back- 2014 Toyota Tundra
2. Jolene Meek- 2014 Toyota Tacoma

Best Undercarriage

1. Nate Wenger- 1978 Ford F-250
2. Jessica Lynn Cox- 2019 Ford F-250

STREET (0-1 Areas Modified)

Best Paint

1. David Collins- 2018 Jeep Wrangler
2. Aaron Laird- 2008 Chevy 1500

Best Engine/Compartment

1. Arlon Springer- 1986 Chevy K10
2. Brad Holden- 2013 Jeep Wrangler

Best Interior

1. Austin Barrett- 1954 International R-130
2. Andrew Miller- 1986 Dodge Ram W150

Best Undercarriage

1. Preston Boldrey- 2023 Ford F-250
2. Kevin Pistel- 1972 Chevy K20

Best GM

1. Chase Pistel- 1972 Chevy K5
2. Tim & Lisa Crossley- 1987 Chevy

Best Ford

1. Tera Womack- 1977 Ford Bronco
2. Caleb Townsend- 1978 Ford F-250

Best Mopar

1. Jordan Merseal- 1993 Dodge W250
2. Landon White- 2000 Dodge 2500

Best Jeep

1. Nick Schilling- 2022 Jeep Gladiator
2. Aaron & Amber Laird- 1989 Jeep Wrangler

Best of All the Rest

1. Steve Giddings- 1990 AM General Hummer
2. Tony Edwards- 1983 Toyota SR5

MODIFIED (2-3 areas modified)

Best Paint

1. Jeff & Kathy Cox- 1987 Ford Ranger
2. Trevor Selinger- 2001 Ford F-250

Best Interior

1. Brian Rogers- 1987 Chevy K20
2. Kent Bechman- 1985 Chevy K10

Best Engine/Compartment

1. Charlie Herring- 1990 Ford F-250
2. Dale Skinner- 1988 Suzuki Samurai

Best Undercarriage

1. Greg & Jill Snyder- 1970 International Scout
2. Craig Jones- 2016 Jeep Wrangler

Best Ford

1. Smoke Jones- 2000 Ford F-250
2. Zach Adams- 1997 Ford F-350

Best GM

1. Scott Caldwell- 1986 Chevy C20
2. Henry Laxton- 1982 Chevy 2500

Best Mopar

1. Lowell & Sherry Eggleston- 2001 Dodge 1500
2. Joe Osecki- 2001 Dodge 1500

Best Jeep

1. Jim Sampognaro- 1974 Jeep CJ-5
2. Donavin Willis- 2013 Jeep Wrangler

Best of All the Rest

1. Rodney Parks- 1972 International Loadstar
2. Caleb Townsend- 1992 Toyota Pickup

PRO CLASS (4 & Up Areas Modified)

Best Paint

1. Butch Kemp- 1997 Jeep Wrangler

Best Interior

1. Nick Grier- 2017 Krawler

Best Engine/Compartment

1. Dave Gwin- 1984 Chevy K10

Best Engineered

1. Jim Williams- 1974 Ford C-750

Best Jeep

1. Tom & Holly Davis- 1998 Jeep Wrangler

Best Ford

1. Bobby Duncan- 1996 Ford Six-Door

Best GM

1. Danette Lafferty- 1989 Chevy Blazer

Best Of All The Rest

1. Bob Kistler- 1985 Toyota
2. Jim Peabody- 1984 Suzuki LJ 80

STREET ZERO GRAND CHAMPION- Dave Duvall, 1969 Ford F-150

STREET ZERO GRAND CHAMPION RUNNER UP- Michael James, 1979 Ford F-150

STREET GRAND CHAMPION- Chase Pistel, 1972 Chevy K20

STREET GRAND CHAMPION RUNNER UP- Tera Womack, 1972 Ford Bronco

MODIFIED GRAND CHAMPION- Scott Caldwell, 1986 Chevy C20

MODIFIED GRAND CHAMPION RUNNER UP- Smoke Jones, 2000 Ford F-250

PRO GRAND CHAMPION- Danette Lafferty, 1989 Chevy Blazer

PRO GRAND CHAMPION RUNNER UP- Bobby Duncan, 1996 Ford Six-Door

BURNOUT COMPETITION

1. Alfie Moan
2. Daniel Ogden
3. Chase O’Neal

STOCK TOUGH TRUCK

1. Kenny Lingg

SXS RACING

Two-Seat

1. Lane Yager- 2021 Polaris RS1 1000
2. Steven Meredith- 2020 Black Polaris Pro XP

Four-Seat

1. Abby Morgan- 2016 Honda Pioneer, 1.25.96
2. Dave Holt- 2024 Honda Talon, 1.43.31

MUD BOG

Class 1

1. Jeremiah Ballard
2. James Knight
3. Sally Ballard
4. Jacob Butler
5. Christine Love

Class 2

1. Tyler Knight
2. James T Knight
3. James Knight
4. David Weber
5. Sally Ballard
6. Jeremiah Ballard
7. Tyson McNeese
8. Gary Branscum
9. Dennis Morgan
10. Philip Long
11. Christine Love

Class 3

1. John Newsom
2. Tyler Knight
3. James Knight
4. Gage Berwanger
5. Jason Manning
6. Phillip Long
7. John Morris
8. Cody Allen

Class 4

1. James Knight
2. Tyler Knight
3. Joel Newsom
4. John Morris
5. Gage Berwanger

Class 5

1. Josh Newman
2. Jimmy Wright
3. Gary Lewis
4. Phillip Long

Class 6

1. John Moore
2. Gary Lewis
3. Amanda Kimball

INDIANA PULLING LEAGUE RESULTS

2.6 Diesel Trucks

1. Jon Shew, Iron Patriot, 331.42
2. JD Clowes, Road To Redemption, 331.34
3. Matt Booms, Financially Irresponsible, 328.01
4. Lee Stiltz, Privileged, 324.48
5. Jeff Oermann, The Outlaw, 323.94
6. Cauy Thomas, Polarity, 317.26
7. Evan Rusk, Double or Nothin’, 315.57
8. Josh Graver, The Holler Hooker, 314.85
9. Spencer Erb, White Widow, 310.60
10. Logan Mast, Tantrum 2, 300.45
11. Scott Mast, Tantrum, 287.56

3.0 Diesel Trucks

1. Brian Shew, Iron Maiden, 306.68
2. Grant Stearley, Under Pressure, 297.67
3. Adam Hallien, Wrecker, 296.27
4. Jordan Kinderman, Cummin Get It, 295.88
5. Joe Kupferschmid, Slightly Disconnected, 292.60
6. Garrett Loucks, Wire Fired, 285.50

Photos: Jeff Luckey