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High Horsepower and More on display at the Claremorris Equestrian Centre for the Connacht Truck Show 2022 Hundreds and hundreds of cars, full of families, friends and truck enthusiasts, came to see scores and scores of gleaming trucks gathered at the Claremorris Equestrian Centre for the second running of the Connacht Truck Show. As the sun shone in the ‘Heart of the West’, the large crowd that attended the event were treated to entertainment and interesting events such as a simulated road side rescue demonstration by the local division of the Mayo Fire Service, pony rides, an engaging magician and face painting. A selection
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of food trucks, mobile coffee units and ice cream vans were also on site and availed of. In addition, clothing and merchandise stalls, plus vehicle care products were also on sale. During the event, organised by Fleet Transport magazine and in aid of My Canine Companion charity, the attendees could choose their favourite truck and enter a draw for €500 worth of fuel. Also in the paddock alongside the trucks was a selection of specially prepared show cars in the Shine & Show display, which also attracted much attention.
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From the vast array of trucks lined up of numerous makes, applications and age profiles, they were all in contention for prizes. Interestingly, it was a 1987 Foden multi-axle, ex-Army Recovery truck that won the Visitor’s Choice award, operated by Shaw Commercials, Castlebar and received the Paddy Kelly Memorial Cup. Among the event sponsors were Capitalflow Finance, Robe Training & Consulting, Western Truck & Trailer (Parts), David Larkin Transport and Sweeney Oil.
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