Rex Satterfield showed up to the 2026 Detroit Autorama hoping his 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible might crack the BASF Great 8. What he didn’t expect? Rolling out with the Ridler Award. But that’s exactly what happened. Dubbed “Elegant Lady,” the stunning ’56 Chevy didn’t just compete — it captivated. Surrounded by some of the… Continue reading Rex Satterfield’s ’56 Bel Air “Elegant Lady” Steals the Show, Wins 2026 Ridler Award

Mecum’s Kissimmee, Florida, 13-day Collector Car Auction, held each January, is best known for its extensive lineup of vintage Corvettes, muscle cars, pony cars, modernized pickup trucks, American classics, and European exotics. With as many as 4,500 vehicles expected to cross the auction block at Osceola Heritage Park in January 2026, the event will also… Continue reading Hot Rods and Customs Featured at Mecum Kissimmee 2026

Western Street Rod Nationals April 24–26, 2026 Kern County Fairgrounds — Bakersfield, CA Street Rod Nationals South May 8–9, 2026 Appalachian Fairgrounds — Johnson City, TN Mid America Street Rod Nationals May 22–24, 2026 Ozark Empire Fairgrounds — Springfield, MO Street Rod Nationals East June 5–7, 2026 York Expo Center — York, PA Rocky Mountain… Continue reading 2026 NSRA Event Schedule

Spring Lone Star Nationals 16th LMC Truck Spring Lone Star NationalsPresented by Old Air ProductsDates: March 6–7, 2026Event Type: Two-Day National Event (New Date Change)Location: Texas Motor SpeedwayCity/State: Fort Worth, Texas Spring Nationals 16th FiTech Fuel Injection Spring NationalsPresented by Grundy InsuranceDates: March 13–14, 2026Event Type: Two-Day National EventLocation: WestWorld of ScottsdaleCity/State: Scottsdale, Arizona All-American… Continue reading 2026 GoodGuys Event Schedule

The hot rodding legend was eager to share his secrets with the world, right up until his final days.

Check out the 2025 AutoRama Great 8 2025. How are chosen 13 cars are selected to compete. These cars are then narrowed down to 8 finalists, called the BASF Great 8. Each of these eight finalists gets $1,000. At the end of the competition, one car is chosen as the Ridler Award winner from the Great 8.

The 2025 NSRA Nationals are rolling across the country, bringing together the best in street rods, customs, classics, muscle cars, and more. Kicking off in Bakersfield, California, from April 25th-27th, this year’s tour will hit some of the most exciting locations for gearheads and enthusiasts alike. From the Mid-America Street Rod Nationals in Missouri to… Continue reading 2025 NSRA Nationals Schedule