Words: Ellen Richardson   Some of the best of the best in the automotive world were named this weekend at the 2017 Pennzoil AutoFair, presented by Advance Auto Parts, at Charlotte Motor Speedway. During the closing ceremonies at one of the largest automotive events in the country, some of the most admirable pieces of… Continue reading Charlotte Auto Fair Spring 2017

Due to inclement weather (an all-too-mild term for the rainstorms sweeping the Fresno area), today’s ‘Rods on the Bluff,’ the celebrated gathering of pre-1972 hot rods, has been canceled. This Sunday’s ‘Cherry Avenue Auction’ is still on, fortunately, which may be some consolation. The next instance of ‘Rods on the Bluff’ is still scheduled for… Continue reading April Rods on the Bluff Canceled

  Photos courtesy of Goodguys.com   Bruce Wanta’s “Mulholland Speedster” won the 2017 Goodguys/March Performance Street Rod d’Elegance award Sunday at the Del Mar fairgrounds. The Mulholland Speedster had already won America’s Most Beautiful Roadster and the Legends Cup at the Chicago World of Wheels earlier this year.     Owner Bruce Wanta is always… Continue reading Mullholland Speedster Takes Goodguys Streed Rod D'Elegance Title at Del Mar

    COMP Cams and the National Street Rod Association are pleased to announce the selection of the “FAST Revolution Award” given at the Southeast Street Rod Nationals held in Tampa, Florida on March 31 – April 2, 2017. This year’s selection is this beautiful, 1937 Ford, owned by Steve Huff from Bradenton, Florida. Congratulations… Continue reading 2017 Southeast SRN Comp Cams Fast Revolution Award

    The Petersen Automotive Museum will debut its latest exhibition, “Seeing Red: 70 Years of Ferrari,” on April 27 in the Bruce Meyer Family Gallery, presented by Rolex. The exhibit is a celebration of seven decades of fast and gorgeous automobiles and the man, Enzo Ferrari, who brought them to the attention of the… Continue reading Ferraris at the Petersen Museum

  by Gary Magner, MSRA Lifetime member #193   Where were you in 1967? Some of us were at the first gatherings of St. Paul and Minneapolis car clubs. Were you at the Leaning Tower of Pizza where the first meetings were held, or were you parked at the Midway Shopping Center, Montgomery Ward’s parking… Continue reading Fifty Years of the MSRA

NHRA’s recent happenings have been quite varied. Erica Enders has won the K&N Horsepower Challenge Fan Vote. Toyota has extended its agreement to be the official car of NHRA. Tony Schumacher, John Force and Shane Gray took home wins in the 48th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.     Boasting back-to-back wins in the… Continue reading NHRA News Roundup

    For over 50 years, William G. Davidson’s artistic vision and passion for motorcycling have shaped Harley-Davidson’s® identity, earned him a lasting reputation among bikers around the globe and, truly, transformed the entire motorcycle world. Affectionately known as “Willie G.” by millions of motorcycle enthusiasts, Harley-Davidson’s Chief Styling Officer Emeritus and Brand Ambassador will… Continue reading Willie G Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award

Ron Maier’s breathtaking 1957 Chevy Nomad station wagon “Shomad” was crowned Goodguys 2017 Street Rod Headquarters Custom of the Year yesterday in Pleasanton, CA. . A coach built ’57 Nomad by Oregon’s A & M Deluxe Customs, it was the first Goodguys Top 12 award for both owner and builder. A project that began the… Continue reading "Shomad” Shines in Pleasanton! Chevy Nomad Wagon Wins Goodguys Custom of the Year Award

  Photo courtesy of gearheads4life.com   The 2017 Carlisle Chevrolet Nationals will run June 23-25. This year’s show promises to be well-attended, as vendors and spectators flock to the event, which blends decades of GM history with amazing modern day Chevrolet production. All brands falling under the General Motors umbrella are invited to show at… Continue reading Carlisle Chevy Nats Return June 24