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Welcome to the Hotrodhotline "News" section where you'll find the latest news from the Rodding and Muscle Car Industry. We post new articles every day to keep you informed about new products, industry leaders, news about car shows, and all you need to know about what is going on within our industry. Keep checking back as we add new articles all the time.

BMS Navigo Custom Trailers
Posted on March 24, 2014

BMS Navigo BMS NAVIGO offers a line of 5 core models that will accommodate any specialty trailer need from the transport of motorcycles and ATV’s to a rolling 53’ multi-vehicle mobile command center. Each model can be customized beyond the long list of standard features accommodating virtually any need or desire.    SS MODEL VIEW DETAILS… Continue reading BMS Navigo Custom Trailers

ZRS Camaro Wins Ridler Great 8 Finalist Award
Posted on March 19, 2014

J&B Microfinish It was history in the making at this years Detroit Autorama. This ZRS Camaro, owned by Brian Ganos and built by Jim Hubbel, both from the state of Wisconsin, was awarded a Ridler “Great 8” finalist award. This Pro Touring Camaro became the first Camaro of any year to be awarded with such… Continue reading ZRS Camaro Wins Ridler Great 8 Finalist Award

Carband from Covercraft
Posted on March 17, 2014

Covercraft Carband™ encompasses all sides of a vehicle with a thick, tight-fitting, self-securing band that provides 360 degree protection while your car is parked or stored. The fully breathable spacer fabric material allows air to circulate and the Carband™ is easy to install and remove. This product is designed for use in private or public… Continue reading Carband from Covercraft

Remembering James Drew
Posted on March 14, 2014

At the March Meet on Sunday I knew that something was not right with James. James had suffered with his diabetes for quite some time, which took a major toll on his life. Plus he was dealing with the health of both his aging parents. I will remember the good times. James Drew was my… Continue reading Remembering James Drew

Remembering Tom Medley
Posted on March 13, 2014

Just happened to run across a copy of the September 1950 issue of Cycle Magazine. At that time it was part of the Motor Trend Publishing aka Trend aka Peterson Publishing. Our friend Tom Medley was listed in the magazine as one of its photographers, but he did more than that at the magazine. We all… Continue reading Remembering Tom Medley

Speedway Motors Congratulates Goodguys Homebuilt Heaven and Traditional Homebuilt Winners
Posted on March 13, 2014

Speedway Motors Speedway Motors is pleased to congratulate the national winners of the 2013 Goodguys Speedway Motors Homebuilt Heaven and Traditional Homebuilt awards.   Gary Wallace has been named the 2013 Speedway Motors Homebuilt Heaven winner for his ’53 Chevy Bel Air convertible, while Brock Gilmore has earned the 2013 Speedway Motors Traditional Homebuilt prize… Continue reading Speedway Motors Congratulates Goodguys Homebuilt Heaven and Traditional Homebuilt Winners

East Bound and Down – The Bandit Run Comes to Carlisle in June
Posted on March 11, 2014

CARLISLE, PA – In 1977 the careers of Burt Reynolds, Jerry Reed, Sally Field and Jackie Gleason were firmly in place, but it was their involvement with a smash ’em up, chase ’em down film known as Smokey and the Bandit that forever won over audiences of the time and generations thereafter.  That movie today is… Continue reading East Bound and Down – The Bandit Run Comes to Carlisle in June

2014 Ridler Winner – 1964 Buick Riviera
Posted on March 10, 2014

Congratulations to J.F Launier and his 1964 Buick Riviera on winning the coveted 2014 Ridler Award! Photos courtesy Autorama   Imgupload: 

Congratulations to the 2014 Ridler Award Winner from the 62nd Annual Detroit Autorama
Posted on March 9, 2014

Photos: Big Al Liebmann The prestigious Ridler award, sponsored by Pirelli, is the highest honor granted in hot rodding. Eight cars are selected out of those entered – this year there were 38 – and represent the “Great 8”, the top eight contestants. Congratulations to JF Launier of JF Kustoms in British Colombia who’s custom… Continue reading Congratulations to the 2014 Ridler Award Winner from the 62nd Annual Detroit Autorama

Preview of the Ridler Award's Great 8 from Detroit
Posted on March 7, 2014

The 62nd Annual Meguiar’s Autorama in Detroit, Michigan opens to the public in about an hour, but we’ve got a special sneak peek of the Great 8, the eight contenders for this year’s Ridler Award, courtesy Hot Rod Hotline’s roving reporter “Big Al” Liebmann. These eight cars are all examples of perfectly executed design and… Continue reading Preview of the Ridler Award's Great 8 from Detroit

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