What is the history of monster trucks?

For the past few decades, monster trucks have been entertaining the masses, crushing other vehicles, and taking dirt jumps to the extreme. These gargantuan vehicles have become known for their over-sized tires, customized bodies, and freestyle tricks—but monster trucks weren’t always what they are today. read more

A monster truck is a pickup truck modified with a larger suspension and larger tires. Today pickup trucks are still used, however SUV bodies as well as themed trucks are driven and most of the bodies are now made of fiberglass rather than metal. read more

Monster trucks fascinate people because they run over or jump what stands in their path, seeming to defy gravity. Discover how the International Monster Truck Museum is archiving the history of the sport. read more