OVERVIEW:
Classic Trucks magazine was a re-titling of Truckin' Classic Trucks which was originally
started by McMullen-Yee
Publishing in Anaheim, California. This new title went to a monthly schedule and continued to focus on classic pickups and trucks from the 1950s, 1960s and
1970s. The title change also occurred with new ownership by K-III Inc. (later Primedia) under its McMullen Argus Publishing Division.
Like all truck magazines, this title had featured vehicles, "how-to" technical tips and event coverage. For a short while there was a good focus on restoration tips and techniques. It was "tech" and trucks; no cheesy bikini-clad models. Nice and simple.
Steve Stillwell was the carryover editor for the first six months or so, followed by Daniel Sanchez through mid-1999. Matt Emery had a short stint for less than a year, then he was followed by Jim Rizzo wo took the editor role in mid-2000. Mr Rizzo reported to Brian Brennan, the editorial director. Publication continued until 2020 when print production ceased.
The table of contents, if available, can be seen by clicking on the 
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PUBLICATION DATA:
McMullen & Yee Publishing and Primedia both submitted net paid circulation data to Oxbridge Communication's
The Standard Periodical Directory
from 1993 to 2005. Average monthly print production ranged between 57,036 to 71,817 issues. More information can be
found in the print volume details section.
CONTENT COMPLETENESS:
A total of 279 issues was published from January, 1997 through March, 2020. All cover images are complete.
INTERNET:
An internet presence was created and links referenced on the front covers starting in September, 1999.
The original website URL at www.classictrucksweb.com is now defunct.