ALLENDE, NL.- Adrenaline was at its peak! Steering control, controlled speed and precision were the stars of the fourth edition of MT Allende, a heavy vehicle maneuvering contest promoted by MT Mexico , which broke its record in history, with the participation of 129 operators and the attendance of approximately nine thousand people, in two days of competition.
The starting flag was raised by Viviana Ramírez Chávez , operator of Super Transporte Internacional (STI México) , who officially opened the competition aboard her truck.
Record times, precision on the track and skill in commanding huge units defined this year’s winners. There were three categories and first, second and third place were chosen for each one.
- Sleeper Cab Category:
The clock stopped and the audience burst into applause. The reason? Operator Víctor Hugo Barrientos, from ALA Transportes , was crowned the best in the Sleeper Cab category , leaving behind Jonathan González from Grupo 3T and César Moreno, also from ALA.
- Cab Over Category:
The competition in the Cab Over category was decided by thousandths of a second. Juan Martínez, from 3T , took home the gold steering wheel. Félix Rubén ( Nor y Caribe ) and Juan Manuel Moreno ( Transportes Urgentes ) followed him on the podium, receiving the silver and bronze steering wheels, as well as cash prizes.
- Full Category:
Amid shouts of support and banners, Deyron Isaí Chávez , from Autolíneas Cavazos Garza y Hermanos ( ALCA) , reached the finish line, taking home the golden steering wheel and 50 thousand pesos . At just 23 years old , he became the star of the competition.
“My motivation is to grow professionally and economically. I always strive to be the best,” Deyron told T21.
Meanwhile, Carlos Guerrero of HCarga Super Expres , obtained second place and Ricardo Valdez, of ALCA, third place.
Don Pablo Martínez Montemayor (posthumous tribute), who left an indelible mark on the transport industry, for his legacy; and José Antonio Cavazos , for his exemplary career in the motor transport industry.
Another of those honored was Rusbel Baldemar Rodríguez , who at 95 years old and with more than 70 years of experience advised operators to take care of their health, be responsible and grow as people to prosper in the profession.
Mechanics: heroes behind every kilometer
This year, MT Allende also recognized the work of mechanics , who ensure that each unit reaches its destination.
In an unprecedented competition, teams from Conalep and various companies participated in a challenge to assemble an engine from scratch. As the tools clanked and the pieces fit together, attendees watched in amazement at the skill of these specialists.
The winners, led by Alejandro Salazar Lomonia, Jesús Francisco Pérez and Javier Martínez Flores , were applauded on the main track.
“Without them, operators would not be able to do their job. This recognition was more than necessary,” said Mario Saldivar , director of MT Mexico and Posdata MX .
Leaders also take the lead
Some directors of transport companies took the wheel on an exhibition tour. Heriberto Cárdenas , from HCarga , was one of the most applauded for his skill in maneuvering the tractor-trailer.
Companies such as Altamira Cargo Logistics , Express San Javier , Fletes Rodríguez e Hijos , Grupo 3T and Zinergia , among others, participated in this exhibition that made it clear that leadership in transportation is also demonstrated on the road.
In addition, the classics route at MT Allende 2025 was a trip to the past, where imposing historic tractor-trailers rolled around the track, recalling the evolution and legacy of transportation.
MT Allende 2025 made it clear that the trucking sector not only moves cargo, but also causes that matter. During the event, 100 thousand pesos in donations were given to a Casa Hogar and the Posada Hogar San Pedro Asylum , a gesture that reflects the solidarity and commitment of the union to those who need it most.
The event was supported by more than 50 sponsors , including: Scania Mexico , Difrenosa , Zinergia, 3T, Ramiro Semi Remolques , among others.
The Paradero: the soul of MT Allende
Beyond the competition, El Paradero became the meeting point where sponsors, operators and attendees lived together in an atmosphere of camaraderie. Music, gastronomy and exhibitions made this space an epicenter of transport culture.
With a spectacular closing, MT Mexico demonstrates that passion for driving continues to grow and, with it, the recognition of those who make it possible for Mexico’s roads to witness stories of effort, commitment and excellence.
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