Danville, Virginia-based KTL Restorations, a restoration and custom car shop, recently received the 2023 Gold AVA Website Redesign Award for its website, consulting firm Autoshop Solutions announced. “Autoshop Solutions has taken our website to a new level,” said Crystal Lawrance, owner of KTL Restorations. “We work so closely as a team and it was truly… Continue reading Restoration Shop Wins Website Redesign Award
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The D Lot Returns to Detroit Autorama
The annual custom vehicle showcase from Pfaff Designs also serves as a fundraiser for Make-A-Wish Michigan…
Driving & Thriving: The Classic Car Market
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
Battle of the Builders: Finding Success on the Aftermarket’s Biggest Stage
The four finalists from the 2022 Battle of the Builders gathered for a panel at the Keystone BIG Show to discuss the competition, supplier relationships, managing their shops and more…
2022 Motor State Challenge Rewind
Catch up on highlights from last year’s cruise, track day and OPTIMA Search for the Ultimate Street Car Open Event…
1932 Ford Roadster Wins America’s Most Beautiful Roadster Award
A 1960 Buick Invicta custom owned by George and Angela Eliacostas and built by CAL Automotive Creations won the Al Slonaker Memorial Award…
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
Foose Design Starts YouTube Vlog Series
Follow Chip Foose and his team around the shop as they juggle multiple projects at once…
Grand National Roadster Show Previews Award Contenders
A total of 20 cars will compete for the America’s Most Beautiful Roadster and Al Slonaker Memorial Awards at the 73rd edition of the annual car show…
A Hard Look at Drag Racing
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
Finale Speed Debuts All-Carbon 1969 Chevy Camaro
The exposed-weave carbon-fiber Camaro is powered by an LT4 delivering 650 horsepower…
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