Tag: Hot Rods

Driving & Thriving: The Classic Car Market

If there’s one trend that’s driving the classic car market, it’s just that—driving.

This article originally appeared in the March 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. If you’re uncertain about the classic car market heading into 2023, a panel of experts has some advice: Stop worrying and start driving. Sharing their thoughts at the Classic-Car Trends: Preparing for the Future seminar during the 2022 SEMA Show, panel members… Continue reading Driving & Thriving: The Classic Car Market

Wilwood Named Official Disc Brakes of Triple Crown of Rodding Show

The Triple Crown of Rodding Show has named Wilwood Disc Brakes as the Official Disc Brakes of the event, the company announced. Scheduled for Sept. 8-9, the Triple Crown of Rodding show will be held at the Nashville Superspeedway in Tennessee, and is open to hot rods, street rods, classics, customs, and muscle cars up… Continue reading Wilwood Named Official Disc Brakes of Triple Crown of Rodding Show

A Hard Look at Drag Racing

Kelly Anderson has fun and entertains fans with her wheel-standing “Stacy 2.0” Camaro at events like the weekly Thursday Night Thunder at Irwindale Drag Strip.

This article originally appeared in the February 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. “Is drag racing dying or is it dead?” That’s a real question, believe it or not, I often get asked and it’s darn hard to answer. After attending the opening night of the weekly Thursday Night Thunder at Irwindale Drag Strip in… Continue reading A Hard Look at Drag Racing

Turn 14 Distribution Adds UMI Performance to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has broadened its selection of suspension components with the addition of UMI Performance to its line card, the company announced. “UMI Performance adds a unique addition to the Turn 14 Distribution line card with its high-quality domestic performance suspension components. The company has smalltown roots but the highest machinery,… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds UMI Performance to Line Card

SEMA Battle of the Builders TV Special to Premiere on History Channel

All-new, behind-the-scenes footage and exclusive interviews from the newest SEMA Battle of Builders competition will premiere on Jan. 28, at 9:00 am (EST) on the History Channel’s Drive Block and A+E Network’s FYI, the network announced. In addition to featuring the winner and finalists, the one-hour television special highlights many new, up-and-coming builders and includes… Continue reading SEMA Battle of the Builders TV Special to Premiere on History Channel

HOT ROD Power Tour Releases 2023 Schedule

The HOT ROD Power Tour has revealed its 2023 event schedule. Scheduled for June 12-16, the HOT ROD Power Tour will kick off at Atlanta Motor Speedway and will wind its way north through the Carolinas before concluding at Tennessee’s Bristol Motor Speedway, organizers said. At each stop, the traveling car show will include activities… Continue reading HOT ROD Power Tour Releases 2023 Schedule

Meguiar’s to Sponsor Barrett-Jackson Future Collector Car Show

Meguiar’s has agreed to be the presenting sponsor of the Barrett-Jackson Future Collector Car Show (FCCS) held during the auction company’s 2023 Scottsdale Auction, the companies announced. Scheduled for Jan. 22, the FCCS will be held on the Polo Field at WestWorld of Scottsdale as a part of Barrett-Jackson’s nine-day flagship event. The FCCS is… Continue reading Meguiar’s to Sponsor Barrett-Jackson Future Collector Car Show

NHRA Releases Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Schedule

The NHRA has revealed the nine-race schedule for the 2023 NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series, which will feature a pair of Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum Hot Rod Reunions, the sanctioning body announced. The series will again feature appearances from Nostalgia Top Fuel dragsters and Nostalgia Funny Cars, NHRA officials said, two groups of… Continue reading NHRA Releases Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Schedule