Gene Romero and Howie Zechner with Trailblazers President Don Emde Words and photos: Howie Zechner A huge success by any standard, once again, the 73rd annual Trailblazers banquet did not disappoint. Of course, what’s not to like? Well-organized and open to all in every two-wheel discipline, it marks the beginning of spring and the unofficial… Continue reading Trailblazers Awards Banquet

In 2014, SEMA started off their “Battle of the Builders” competition to recognize top builders and create awareness of the automotive industry. For the 2017 SEMA Show, the “Young Guns” initiative will attempt to draw national attention by partnering with select car shows, like Goodguys, to promote young enthusiasts and offer designers and builders a… Continue reading SEMA Battle of the Builders Qualifications

Words: Jon Hageness       Photos: Chadly Johnson The year is 1965, and a young Dale Woehning from Minneapolis, MN had just finished serving his country in the US navy. Like many young men, Dale had dreams of a new car, but not just any car would do; it had to be a fast… Continue reading Jon Hageness’ Survivor '65 Corvette

Words: Chadly Johnson I love hearing stories of vehicles that have been with a family for decades. The tales of multiple generations enjoying road trips and vacations, along with thousands of miles of cruising, are golden. The story of the beautiful 1938 Oldsmobile you see gracing these pages is just such a tale. Way back… Continue reading Geoffrey Landis’ “Family Jewel” 1938 Olds

Words: Chadly Johnson   Most of us have a classic car that we have dreamed of owning, but due to circumstances the opportunity has never presented itself. With luck and time, many dreams can become reality if we are patient enough, and such was the case with Ron Braxling and his dream of owning a… Continue reading Ron Braxling’s LSA Powered '72 Chevy Truck

Words: Chadly Johnson Pretty much anyone who has thumbed through a hot rod magazine has dreamed of discovering a hibernating hot rod or custom. A forgotten relic lost to time and alteration… a frozen snap shot of how things were truly done “back in the day.” Most of us will never stop keeping an eye… Continue reading The Astorian

Ford Performance is proud to announce the “Ford In A Ford” selection for the Street Rod Nationals South held in Knoxville, Tennessee on May 6, 7 and 8, 2017. This year’s selection is Chris & Steve Donaldson from Lenoir City, Tennessee with their beautiful bright orange 1976 Ford F-100 PU. Congratulations to Chris & Steve… Continue reading 2017 NSRA Knoxville Ford in A Ford Award

The National Street Rod Association is pleased to announce the selection of the “Pro’s Pick” winners at the Western Street Rod Nationals held at the Kern County Fairgrounds in Bakersfield, California. Classic Instruments of Boyne City, Michigan is the sponsor of these most sought after awards. The winners were:   Jim Bringhurst – Nevada City,… Continue reading 2017 NSRA Western Pros Picks

Image courtesy streetrodder.com  Immortalized in song, on screen and in the hearts of auto enthusiasts, Ford’s 1932 “Deuce” is considered the most respected vehicle of all time, single-handedly initiating hot rod culture. The term “Deuce” stems from its production year of 1932. In celebration of the 85th Anniversary of the 1932 Ford, the Petersen Automotive… Continue reading Deuce Day 85th Anniversary

Fuel Air Spark Technology in conjunction with the National Street Rod Association is pleased to announce the selection of the “FAST Revolution Award” given at the Western Street Rod Nationals that were held in Bakersfield, California on April 28, 29, 30, 2017. This year’s selection is this beautiful, 1969 Chevrolet Camaro owned by Joshua Hodges… Continue reading FAST Revolution Release