Lubbeek Truckshow Raises Funds for Children's Road Safety

Lubbeek became a hub for roaring engines and gleaming chrome this past weekend as the annual Truckshow took over the municipality. The event drew 105 trucks from across the region, showcasing a passion for trucking that has transformed a small pandemic-era gathering into a major attraction. This year's proceeds are dedicated to enhancing road safety for local schoolchildren. The organization plans to donate bicycle bells and reflective vests to schools in Lubbeek, aiming to help children navigate traffic more safely. "The plan is to donate bicycle bells and reflective vests to the schools in Lubbeek this year," explained organizer Pieter Roelants. "In this way, the association wants to help local children move more safely through traffic." The show's popularity was evident, with registration requests flooding in since January, forcing the organization to turn away transport firms. The trucks on display were described as "showpieces" by their owners, many featuring custom lighting and interiors. Despite the friendly atmosphere, debates over favorite truck brands, like Daf versus Scania, remained lively among drivers. The event concluded with an awards ceremony, where a jury judged trucks on their overall appearance, interior finishing, and paintwork shine.

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The plan is to donate bicycle bells and reflective vests to the schools in Lubbeek this year. In this way, the association wants to help local children move more safely through traffic.