AMD Brings the Ultimate GM Truck Experience to Goodguys Columbus

Auto Metal Direct Brings the Ultimate GM Truck Experience to the 28th Summit Racing Nationals

Historic Trucks, Industry Leaders, Live Podcasts, Builder Panels, and the Squarebody From Scratch Build Headline AMD's Massive Goodguys Columbus Activation

If you're a Chevrolet or GMC truck enthusiast, there's one destination at the 28th Summit Racing Nationals presented by Grundy Insurance that you won't want to miss.

Auto Metal Direct is bringing one of the most ambitious truck-focused displays ever assembled to the Goodguys event in Columbus, Ohio, July 10-12, 2026. From iconic vintage pickups to modern custom builds, educational panels, live podcasts, industry demonstrations, and a one-of-a-kind Squarebody build, the AMD display is shaping up to be a show within the show.

Celebrating Nearly 50 Years of GM Truck History

The AMD display will feature examples from some of the most beloved generations of Chevrolet and GMC trucks ever built, including:

• 1947-1953 Advance Design (AD) Trucks

• 1955-1959 Task Force Trucks

• 1960-1966 First Generation C10 Trucks

• A special history of the 1973-1987 Chevrolet and GMC Squarebody

• 1988-1998 Chevrolet and GMC OBS Trucks

Whether you're restoring a classic farm truck, building a pro-touring C10, or preserving an original Squarebody, this display will showcase the evolution of GM truck design and culture through the decades.

The Squarebody From Scratch Build

At the center of the activation will be AMD's highly anticipated Squarebody From Scratch Build.

Led by the award-winning team at Rockford Custom Paint & Body, attendees will have the opportunity to see how a modern custom truck comes together using products from some of the most respected manufacturers in the automotive aftermarket.

Participating partners include:

• No Limit Engineering
• US Mags
• FiTech EFI
• John Bouchard Engines
• Edelbrock Performance
• Quick Performance
• Optima Batteries
• QA1
• Lokar
• Classic Performance Products (CPP)
• Cato Custom Upholstery
• Precision Replacement Parts
• Auto Custom Carpets
• Revolt Auto Paint
• Johnson's Radiator Works
• Phoenix Transmission
• Flaming River
• Griot's Garage
• Milwaukee Tool
• Eastwood
• KnKut
• Tub O' Towels
• Apex Leather
• NC Machines
• Diamond Back Tires
• Black Widow Exhaust
• Painless Performance
• Classic Truck Performance
• Vintage Air
• Guni Wheels
• CVF Racing 
• Paintucation
• Rockford Custom Paint and Body
• and so much more! 

Visitors will be able to meet industry experts, see products firsthand, and learn how top builders approach every stage of a high-end truck build.

Live Builder Panels and Industry Discussions

Throughout the weekend, AMD will host a series of builder panels featuring some of the industry's most respected builders, fabricators, and restoration professionals.

These discussions will provide attendees with insider knowledge on restoration techniques, custom truck trends, fabrication methods, paint and bodywork, project planning, and more.

Whether you're a first-time builder or a seasoned professional, these sessions will offer valuable insight from experts who live and breathe the hobby.

Celebrating Women in the Automotive Industry

The AMD display will also feature a special panel highlighting some of the leading women in the automotive aftermarket and restoration industries.

These discussions will spotlight the growing influence of women across all areas of the automotive world, from restoration and fabrication to marketing, media, education, and business leadership.

Live Podcast Stage

For enthusiasts who enjoy automotive media, the AMD activation will feature live recordings and interviews throughout the weekend.

Featured podcasts include:

Gearheads N Gasoline Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@GearheadsNGasoline 

Known for their honest storytelling, road trip adventures, and deep passion for the automotive hobby, Gearheads N Gasoline will be recording live and engaging with attendees throughout the event.

Modified Rides Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@ModifiedRidesPodcast

The Modified Rides team will be interviewing builders, industry leaders, and enthusiasts while capturing the stories behind some of the most exciting vehicles at the show.

Kevin Tetz and the ASE Education Foundation Power Team 

Education remains a cornerstone of AMD's commitment to the automotive industry.

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from renowned automotive educator and television personality Kevin Tetz along with the ASE Education Foundation Power Team.

Supported by partners including Milwaukee Tool and Tub O' Towels, these demonstrations will showcase professional techniques while helping inspire the next generation of automotive enthusiasts and skilled trades professionals.

More Than a Booth—A Destination

What AMD is bringing to Columbus is much more than a traditional vendor display.

It's a celebration of GM truck history, restoration culture, craftsmanship, education, innovation, and the people who continue to keep these vehicles on the road.

Whether you're passionate about Advance Design trucks, Task Force pickups, C10s, Squarebodies, OBS trucks, custom builds, or automotive education, the AMD display promises something for everyone.

Join Us in Columbus

Make plans to visit Auto Metal Direct at the 28th Summit Racing Nationals presented by Grundy Insurance, July 10-12, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio.

Come see historic trucks, meet industry leaders, experience live podcasts, participate in educational sessions, and witness the Squarebody From Scratch Build come to life.

This is one automotive experience you won't want to miss.

More info on the Goodguys Show - https://good-guys.com/ggn-spectator