Pageant Adds Trophy for Airbrushed Art

This year’s American Wrecker Pageant, taking place in Baltimore, November 20–22, 2025, will introduce new judging categories recognizing the best wrapped wrecker and the best custom paint job.

American Towman editor Steve Temple will serve as judge for the Best Airbrushed Truck award. Temple brings deep expertise in custom automotive finishes—before joining American Towman, he edited several car magazines focused on restoration and custom paint. Having spent time in shops observing the intricate process of prepping and airbrushing vehicles, he has also served as a judge for custom paint competitions.

This marks the first year the Pageant distinguishes between custom-painted and wrapped wreckers. A separate judge will evaluate the wraps, ensuring each craft receives its due recognition.

All traditional wrecker classes will continue to be judged by independent panels, and the coveted “Best in Show” trophy will once again be decided by American Towman Exposition attendees. For more information about this year's wrecker pageant, go to https://atexposition.com/#pageant