America’s New Obsession: ‘King of the Hill’ Demolition Derby Goes Viral

Viral 'King of the Hill' demolition derby takes over the internet as fans cheer on drivers racing to park on a moving trailer.

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September 17, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Hudson, New Hampshire — A bizarre new sport called ‘King of the Hill’ has captured the attention of online audiences, blending the chaos of a demolition derby with a high-stakes race to park on a moving trailer.

The event, which debuted at Hudson Speedway during Labor Day weekend, features reinforced vehicles speeding around a track in an attempt to climb onto a moving trailer and remain there while others try to knock them off. The spectacle quickly went viral, drawing praise and amusement from fans across the internet.

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“One of the most anticipated additions to this year’s Labor Day program was the King of the Hill Trailer Race, and it didn’t disappoint,” the speedway said in a press release. John McInnis and his No. 609 car emerged as the first winner of the event, standing alone on top of the trailer after a wild and chaotic competition.

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