Robert Haught has been a fan of monster trucks since age 3 and now works with them in nearly every capacity possible, from designing web sites to crew work to photography and more. Always available to help any team in the industry; he can be reached at rhaught@allmonster.com.

Orlando and January in Monster Trucks

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Tom Meents continues to wow in Maximum Destruction, and teammates Neil Elliott and Kreg Christensen won this weekend as well. (photo: Jeremy Verret)

The last weekend in January for monster trucks proved every bit as exciting as the promise, with several shows enjoying what I call defining moments–those ones where you’re just happy to be a monster truck fan and realize you’re seeing something special. A lot of these moments were provided by the Maximum Destruction team, with all three drivers–Tom Meents, Neil Elliott, and Kreg Christensen–picking up sweeps on the weekend. [Read more…]

Ben “Bobo” Winslow Interview

Recently Robert Haught was able to speak with Iron Outlaw driver Ben “Bobo” Winslow about his first weekend of 2012 driving Iron Outlaw. Winslow also discussed his team, 2Xtreme Racing, as well as his thoughts on the coming season and much more. Enjoy our audio interview with Ben “Bobo” Winslow, and be sure to check out his web site, http://www.bobobenwinslow.com. We thank Winslow for his time.

2012 Monster Trucks – Week One In the Books!

Starting Line - Hot WheelsWelcome to the all-new AllMonster.com! I am excited beyond belief that we finally have the redesign of the site online (special thanks go out to Ed Hoormann and Dustin Hart, who worked around the clock with me to make it happen), and just in time for what turned out to be an awesome first weekend in 2012 for monster trucks. I’ll be bringing everyone regular content and columns in 2012; Starting Line is back for good! Let’s get right to some of the highlights. [Read more…]

Minneapolis Monster Jam Recap: Son-Uva Digger and Monster Magic Win Big.

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Monster Magic and Son-Uva Digger in a narrow final round finish. (Photo By: Josh Kirscher)

It was 13 long months since monsters last invaded the Minneapolis Metrodome, and it was worth the wait. Under a full house in Minnesota, the big winners were Monster Magic’s Morgan Kane and Son-Uva Digger, driven by Ryan Anderson. The big story heading into the event was that it was another triple Anderson event, with Dennis (Grave Digger), Ryan (Son-Uva Digger), and Adam (Grave Digger The Legend) all competing at the same venue. [Read more…]

Indianapolis, Indiana – 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals – September 17, 2011 (Afternoon)

Photos By: Robert Haught
Event: 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals (Afternoon)
Venue: Indianapolis Fairgrounds
City: Indianapolis, Indiana
Date: September 17, 2011

Field of Trucks: Avenger (Rich Hilgendorf), General Tire (Chris Bergeron), Heavy Hitter (Derick Anson), Bigfoot (Dan Runte), Raminator (Mark Hall), Rammunition (Mat Dishman), Stomper (Mike Nichter), Airdog (Michelle Radzierez), Chalkboard Chuck (Bobby Holman), Star Marshall (Dave Radzierez), Lucas Oil Stabilizer (Bobby Holman), Black Night (). [Read more…]

Cincinnati, Ohio – Monster Jam – July 23, 2011

Photos By: Robert Haught
Event: Monster Jam
Venue: Paul Brown Stadium
City: Cincinnati, Ohio
Date: July 23, 2011

Field of Trucks: Grave Digger (Dennis Anderson), Maximum Destruction (Tom Meents), Air Force Afterburner (Damon Bradshaw), Backdraft (Jeremy Slifko), Avenger (Jim Koehler), Brutus (Chris Bergeron), Captain’s Curse (Alex Blackwell), Lucas Oil Crusader (Linsey Weenk), Son-Uva-Digger (Ryan Anderson), El Toro Loco (Marc Mcdonald), Monster Mutt (Rod Schmidt), Grinder (Lupe Soza). [Read more…]

Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Monster Jam Freestyle Mania – January 15, 2011

Photos By: Robert Haught
Event: Monster Jam
Venue: Bradley Center
City:
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Date: January 15, 2011

Field of Trucks: Grave Digger (Gary Porter), Spiderman (Whit Tarlton), Martial Law (Paul Strong), Heartbreaker (Kaila Savage), Aftershock (Bob Robbins), Krazy Train (Mark Noto), Samson (Dan Patrick), and Mechanical Mischief (Jim Burns) [Read more…]

Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Monster Jam Freestyle Mania – January 14, 2011

Photos By: Robert Haught
Event: Monster Jam
Venue: Bradley Center
City:
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Date: January 14, 2011

Field of Trucks: Grave Digger (Gary Porter), Spiderman (Whit Tarlton), Martial Law (Paul Strong), Heartbreaker (Kaila Savage), Aftershock (Bob Robbins), Krazy Train (Mark Noto), Samson (Dan Patrick), and Mechanical Mischief (Jim Burns) [Read more…]

Detroit, Michigan – Monster Jam – January 8, 2011

Photos By: Robert Haught
Event: Monster Jam
Venue: Ford Field
City: Detroit, Michigan
Date: January 8, 2011

Field of Trucks: Grave Digger (Charlie Pauken), Maximum Destruction (Tom Meents), El Toro Loco (Marc McDonald), Dragon’s Breath (Becky McDonough), Monster Mutt (Joe Miller), Advance Auto Parts Grinder (Frank Krmel), Iron Man (Lee O’Donnell), High Maintenance (Jocelyn Perrin), Bad Habit (Joe Sylvester), Stone Crusher (Steve Sims), Mopar Magic (Morgan Kane), Amsoil Shock Therapy (Jon Zimmer), Excaliber (David Brown), and War Wizard (Randy Moore). [Read more…]

Minneapolis, Minnesota – Monster Jam – November 13, 2010

Photos By: Robert Haught
Event: Monster Jam
Venue: H.H.H Metrodome
City: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Date: November 13, 2010

Field of Trucks: Grave Digger (Dennis Anderson), Blue Thunder (Linsey Weenk), Backdraft (Jeremy Slifko), Maximum Destruction (Tom Meents), Grinder (Lupe Soza), Avenger (Jim Koehler), Brutus (Chris Bergeron), Mohawk Warrior (George Balhan), Captain’s Curse (Alex Blackwell), and Air Force Afterburner (Damon Bradshaw). [Read more…]