National Street Rod Association (NSRA) COMP Cams and the National Street Rod Association are pleased to announce the selection of the “Thumpr Award” given at the Northeast Street Rod Nationals plus held in Burlington, Vermont on September 19, 20, 21.  This year’s selection is a beautiful blown 1932 Ford Hi-Boy Roadster owned by Lindsey Smith… Continue reading Northeast Street Rod Nationals Thumpr Award

Koul Tools Dick from Koul Tools shows us some easy tricks to using a band saw safetly and efficiently. From Koul ToolsSince the invention of stainless braided rubber hose, racers and mechanics have been fighting the problem of installing it into the socket part of the assembly. If your lucky and get a clean cut… Continue reading Dick's Shop Tips – Band Saw Safety

National Street Rod Association (NSRA) PPG and the National Street Rod Association are pleased to announce the selection of an “Outstanding Use of Color” award given at the Northeast Street Rod Nationals plus held in Burlington, Vermont on September 19 – 21, 2014. One of this year’s selections is this beautiful 1932 Ford shown by… Continue reading NSRA Northeast Street Rod Nationals PPG Awards

National Street Rod Association (NSRA) The 2014 Southeast Street Rod Nationals plus takes place October 10 – 12, 2014 at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, Florida. Imgupload: 

Goodguys Rod & Custom Association The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association visits Texas Motor Speedway this weekend for the 22nd Lone Star Nationals! Over 2,500 rods, customs & classics fill the infield with fall colors! Plus vendor exhibits, guest appearances by the cast of Velocity Channel’s “Reality Rides,” Goodguys AutoCross featuring the racing debut of… Continue reading Goodguys 22nd Lone Star Nationals on Tap!

Story & Photos By Jim Clark (The Hot Rod MD) The turn signals on a vehicle are four separate lights that serve three different functions.  The first function directs power to the left front and left rear light to signal the intent to turn that way.  The opposite pair is energized to indicate a right… Continue reading Turn Signals for Early Hot Rods

The JMMF/Auto-Racing Scholarship was established last year by the Jim Murray Memorial Foundation as part of the Murray Scholar program recognizing excellence in sports journalism.  The Auto-Racing focused scholarship was launched  in 2013 and funded by Mario Andretti, Dan & Evi Gurney, Parnelli Jones, Danny Sullivan, All American Racers, Inc., Steve Earwood, president of Rockingham… Continue reading Michael Shaw Awarded 2014 JMMF/Auto Racing Scholarship Award

Submitted by Admin on Fri, 09/26/2014 – 11:08am My 67′ RS/SS Camaro with a cowl hood and Granada Gold paint was stolen from my driveway on September 19th, 2014 in Holbrook, New York. I just recently finished restoring it! It was taken between the hours of 4:00 – 7:00pm. It was seen on Sunrise Hwy… Continue reading STOLEN – 1967 Chevrolet Camaro

National Street Rod Association (NSRA) The National Street Rod Association is pleased to announce the selection of the “Pro’s Pick” winners at the Northeast Street Rod Nationals plus and the Street Rod Nationals North plus. Classic Instruments of Boyne City, Michigan is the sponsor of these most sought after awards. Northeast Street Rod Nationals plus… Continue reading 2014 Street Rod Nationals North and Northeast Pros Picks

Bob and Jacquie Eaton bought this Corvette from the original owner 11 years ago and it’s been a work in progress since then with their son. They’ve worked on customizing the engine, suspension and a one-of-a-kind paint job that features the American Flag and an eagle. It’s won numerous awards at local car shows.  … Continue reading Bob and Jacquie Eaton's 1976 Chevrolet Corvette