If any truck on the Monster Jam circuit embodies the American spirit, it’s American Guardian. It was created to honor the men and women of the armed forces, especially those lost in Vietnam . Sporting a huge American Eagle clutching an American flag over a simple black paint job, there’s no questioning where driver Rick Raab’s heart lies.

When he was nineteen, Rick spent most of his time building and fixing other people’s trucks. Soon, he became so good at what he did he decided to get a truck for himself. After a few different incarnations, American Guardian finally came into being.