J&B Microfinish   Image and information courtesy J&B Microfinish   Here’s the 2019 Goodguys, Classic Instruments “Street Rod of the Year”, a 1932 Ford Victoria owned by Phil and Debbie Becker of Dwight, IL.  The car was named “Legacy Victoria”, because this same 32 Vicky has been in the family for 45 years.  Phil originally… Continue reading Goodguys 2019 Classic Instruments Street Rod of the Year

Coker Group, the holding company composed of wheel and tire manufacturers including Coker Tire, Wheel Vintiques, Universal Vintage Tire, Phoenix Race Tires, Specialty Wheel and Roadster Wire Wheel, has rebranded itself with the name Legendary Companies. A published release from the group stated that this change is intended to represent the depth and variety of… Continue reading Coker Tires Rebrands to become Legendary

We’ve all been waiting with bated breath for the release of the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette C8. Now, for some, that wait is over – and much earlier than expected! While the Corvette’s public release date is still slated for July 28, the Petersen Automotive Museum will show off the new Chevy at its Zora Duntov… Continue reading See the 2020 Corvette C8 First

Image courtesy of MotorTrend Group The Petersen Automotive Museum will host two days of special events celebrating the life and accomplishments of former Chevrolet chief engineer, race driver and “Father of the Corvette” Zora Arkus-Duntov. The two-day celebration will feature several high-profile events including a VIP reception, exclusive Corvette rally event, Corvette cruise-in and a… Continue reading PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM ANNOUNCES ZORA DUNTOV TRIBUTE WEEKEND

Words: John Gunnell In the early days of motoring, “reliability tours” were organized to test the dependability of cars making long trips. Today’s hot rod owners take pride in driving a dependable vehicle that can make it back from a lengthy run without breaking down. To do this, a hot rod must be well maintained.… Continue reading How to Take Your Hot Rod on a Road Trip

The National Street Rod Association is pleased to announce the selection of an “Outstanding Use of Color” award given at the Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals held in Pueblo, Colorado on June 21-23, 2019. One of this year’s selections is this fantastic 1934 Ford Sedan shown by Dennis Frick of Garden City, Kansas. Another excellent… Continue reading 2019 Rocky Mountain SRN Outstanding Use of Color

ISCA and the National Street Rod Association are pleased to announce the selection of two “ISCA Pick“ awards given at the Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals held in Pueblo, Colorado on June 21-23, 2019. One of this year’s selections is this beautiful 1955 Chevrolet Nomad owned by James Bozo Cordova from Santa Rosa, New Mexico.… Continue reading 2019 NSRA Rocky Mountain SRN ISCA Picks

By Tim Kennedy, Howie Zechner and Albert Wong Industry, CA., May 29 – Austin Novratil, 24, won the AMA Speedway bike 500cc season-opener at Industry Speedway Wednesday in front of more than 1,300 spectators. The first of 14 speedway race nights took place on the eighth-mile dirt track in the Grand Arena at the Industry… Continue reading NOVRATIL WINS INDUSTRY SPEEDWAY BIKE SEASON OPENER

The National Street Rod Association is pleased to announce the selection of the “Pro’s Pick” winners at the Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals held at the Colorado State Fairgrounds in Pueblo, Colorado. Classic Instruments of Boyne City, Michigan is the sponsor of these most sought after awards. The winners were: T-Bob Worthman – Lakewood, CO… Continue reading 2019 NSRA Rocky Mountain SRN Pros Picks

Ford Performance is proud to announce the “Ford In A Ford” selection for the Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals held in Pueblo, Colorado on June 21, 22, 23, 2019. This year’s selection is Brian Manguso from Pueblo West, Colorado with his 1936 Ford PU Congratulations to Brian on this much deserved recognition. The National Street… Continue reading 2019 NSRA Rocky Mountain SRN Ford In A Ford