Tag: Hot Rods

From the Mag: Classic in the Front, Party in the Back

As a kid, I grew up taking family vacations in a trailer. The UK can be cold, wet and damp; nevertheless, I have fond memories of those carefree simple times. Maybe that’s what attracts people of all ages to the burgeoning vintage trailer scene. Lately I’ve seen them all over the freeways, but only when… Continue reading From the Mag: Classic in the Front, Party in the Back

IMG Acquires Majority Stake in Barrett-Jackson

IMG, an operator of live events and distributor of sports and entertainment media, has acquired a majority stake in Barrett-Jackson, the collector car auction and live events company announced. IMG, which owns, operates and represents events around the world, including Frieze art fairs, the Madrid and Miami Open tennis tournaments, Formula Drift, and New York… Continue reading IMG Acquires Majority Stake in Barrett-Jackson

Legendary Companies Acquires Corvette Central

Legendary Companies has acquired Corvette Central, the Michigan-based Corvette restoration parts manufacturer and supplier, the company announced. “The acquisition expands Legendary Companies’ position in the Corvette market and is consistent with the company’s strategy of growing its portfolio of authentic components to comprehensively serve classic vehicle enthusiasts,” the company said in a statement announcing the… Continue reading Legendary Companies Acquires Corvette Central

Matt Jones Purchases Controlling Stake in Art Morrison Enterprises

Matt Jones, who joined Art Morrison Enterprises (AME) in 2005, has purchased a controlling interest in AME, the company announced. According to the company, Jones was hand-selected by Art Morrison to purchase the controlling interest in AME. Over his nearly 20-year tenure, Matt has worked closely with company founder Art Morrison and the late Craig… Continue reading Matt Jones Purchases Controlling Stake in Art Morrison Enterprises

Dakota Digital Acquires W.I.D.E. Contact Brand

Dakota Digital has agreed to purchase the W.I.D.E Contact brand of door contacts, the company announced. Dakota Digital has been a distributor of W.I.D.E. Contact products, using the trade name of Magnum Shooters, since it was developed in 1995 by Dave Kopser, the company said. The acronym of W.I.D.E. Contact refers to “Wires in Doors… Continue reading Dakota Digital Acquires W.I.D.E. Contact Brand

Summit Motorsports Park Preps for Blue Suede Cruise

The upcoming Lingenfelter Performance Engineering Blue Suede Cruise presented by Cometic Gasket, scheduled for July 29-31 at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio, will highlight music, cars and culture from the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s, event organizers announced. In addition to a very colorful and chrome-filled car show, there will be fun-runs, Nostalgia Drag Racing… Continue reading Summit Motorsports Park Preps for Blue Suede Cruise

Ridetech F-100 System Wins Goodguys Best New Suspension Product Award

Ridetech’s 1965-1979 Ford Truck Suspension System was named 2022’s Best New Suspension Product at Goodguys Columbus, the company announced. “Here at Ridetech, we love building products that make cars and trucks sit lower and ride better than ever. From the factory, the F-100’s twin I-beam front suspension was cumbersome,” company representatives said. “Through extensive research,… Continue reading Ridetech F-100 System Wins Goodguys Best New Suspension Product Award

Petersen Museum to Honor VW CEO at Annual Gala

The Petersen Automotive Museum will honor Volkswagen Group CEO Dr. Herbert Diess with its Robert E. Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award at its 28th annual Petersen Gala on October 1, 2022, the museum announced. The Robert E. Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes the significant influence and contributions of Diess in moving toward an electrified future and… Continue reading Petersen Museum to Honor VW CEO at Annual Gala