It bills itself as "...showcasing the most extreme vehicles and the most talented pulling drivers in the world.
[1][2] Lucas Oil began their foray into American pulling when they became the title sponsor for the now-absorbed American Tractor Pullers Association in 2003 when it became known as the ATPA Lucas Oil Pulling Series.
In 2023 the Pro Pulling League emerged under new ownership with Lucas Oil returning in a sponsorship role.
"[6] Many of the pullers in the league are associated with the automotive or farming businesses, and some come from unique unrelated fields, such as dentistry.
[5] As of 2016, direct family members of registered PPL pullers who are graduating high school seniors are eligible for college scholarships.