Star Nation Experience 2026 Winners: Meet Nathan and Conor

The team at SCS Software is excited to partner with Western Star Trucks again. They are heading back to Bend, Oregon, from June 5th to 8th for the unforgettable Star Nation Experience 2026. Two lucky members of the American Truck Simulator community will join this all-expenses-paid adventure. They will experience the event alongside the Star Nation community and the Western Star team. Ready to meet them?

Star Nation Experience 2026 Winners: A Unique Adventure

Hosted by Western Star Trucks, the Star Nation Experience is a one-of-a-kind four-day adventure. It takes place from June 5th to 8th, 2026. The event is packed with unforgettable experiences. These include world-class dining, whitewater rafting, and the X-Series Ride & Drive Challenge at the Madras Proving Grounds. Earlier this week, Western Star revealed the lucky winners selected from both their own community and ours. They have been chosen to join the experience.

The team is also excited to once again be part of this incredible event. They will capture the journey for a special SCS On The Road episode. The Star Nation Experience 2026 winners from the ATS community are Nathan and Conor.

Nathan: Crane Operator and Truck Driver

Nathan is an avid American Truck Simulator player. He is a full-time Crane Operator and a part-time truck driver for a local contractor. His first experience behind the wheel of a full-sized truck was a 1997 Western Star 4900SF with a CAT C15. Ever since, he has been hooked. His passion for trucks and love for Western Star started when he was young. This drew him to become an avid player of ATS. He loves hitting the virtual road with the Western Star 49X.

“My local contractor is also a massive Western Star fan. He has a fleet of older Western Stars and a newer 2019 4900SF that I drive pulling a float. My love of trucks follows me home. Various walls of my home are decorated with die-cast trucks.”

Conor: Recent Graduate with a Passion for Trucking

Conor is a huge fan of the games. He has racked up countless hours in American Truck Simulator. Much of his time on the virtual road is spent behind the wheel of the Western Star 49X. He is a recent college graduate with a degree in marketing. Conor is passionate about pursuing a career in the trucking industry. Earning his CDL and getting behind the wheel has been one of his biggest goals since he was young.

“While my official degree is in marketing, my passion for obtaining my CDL and driving is my main goal. I think this is such a cool opportunity to live out a dream I’ve had since I was a kid. Additionally, it could also be a potential step toward finding a place in the industry where I can use my academic knowledge.”

Congratulations to the Star Nation Experience 2026 Winners

The team cannot wait to see Nathan and Conor take part in the Star Nation Experience 2026. They will follow their journey throughout this unforgettable adventure. A huge thank you goes to everyone who took the time to enter this year’s competition. Your passion, enthusiasm, and continued support mean a lot to the team. For more on Star Nation, check out our original Star Nation announcement and SCS On The Road Star Nation episode.

Thank You to Western Star Trucks

The team would like to give a huge thank you to Western Star Trucks for once again giving them and members of the community the opportunity to be part of this incredible adventure. Keep a close eye on Western Star’s social channels, along with SCS Software’s X, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, and Facebook. Oscar, Nemiro, and Beny from the team will also be attending. See you there.