Gearhead Gazzette Vol.23 Issue #1

know where to Go...The FUN Starts Here

22 years of spreading the Gearhead “News You Can Use” is in the books

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HAPPY NEW YEAR Gearheads!

Here’s my wishes for all of you to have a wonderful 2023, full of gearhead fun, cool cars and plenty of good times with great friends. Make it happen my friends...you’ll be glad you did.

Check out the mast head on the previous page and you’ll see that we clicked over to Volume # 23 in 2023. We’ve been at this for 22 years now in some form or fashion….spreading car show, cruise-in and other gearhead related event info.

We started out small. Just an email once in a while to let a few folks know a car show or two was coming up and asking if they wanted to go.

Pretty soon more people who liked all the car stuff I was sharing asked to be on the email list….sure ...why not...everybody wants to have car fun.

After a while, event info started getting sent to me to “share”. Share I did. It wasn't on a regular basis but kind of regular, if you understand. You may have been one of the folks getting the info.

The emails got bigger and bigger, coming out more often to share the gearhead word if you will.

Since all the info was coming in, that lead to a “newsletter” type format being put together. The info was a whole lot more organized and easier to read. It was still all local (the Mid-South region). Pretty soon the newsletter got so big, loaded with so much info that everyone couldn't get it via email as some email providers had a smaller limit on attached files via email. I wanted to do something but hadn't figured out just what to fix the problem.

I give all the credit to my buddy Butch Pate. You’ve seen his photographic work on our pages. Butch told me about a program that could turn what I was creating into a full on magazine, the very same we have been using and sending out to everyone for many years now. Problem solved.

Next thing we had people from all over the USA sending us info to share, as they apparently liked what we were putting out. We went to a monthly format for a while, then went to a weekly format for a long time (kicked my butt each week), and finally settled in on a bi-weekly publication schedule.

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“Simply...THANKYOU!”

As they say….the rest is history. Fast forward to today. It’s time for a change.

If you hadn't guessed by now based our cover for this issue (cool artwork by Larry Williams of Williams Graphics) this is the last issue of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE.

For the past six months I have thought about this and am very comfortable with this decision. I have other things that I want to work on and the extra time will let me do just that.

What we have done in the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE is make sure everyone had all the info they could get, to know where to go to have gearhead fun all year long. When we started doing this, there weren't many places to get the info. Today, social media is full of info and there are some great websites and Facebook pages to get the info you need.

I pride myself on always keeping the Gazzette FREE TO READ. I have never felt that you should have to pay for the info we provide. Now I am not knocking other publications out there that do charge for the info. Its what they want to do to run their business.

In the end this is a business too. There are monthly costs we incur to produce the GAZZETTE for every issue. Thanks to some great sponsors over the years, we have been able to cover those costs and keep the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE FREE. Thank you advertisers!

Looking at the whole “enchilada”, the time is just right to bring the GAZZETTE to a close.

I have been blessed to have some great friends support the GAZZETTE in many ways over the years. I cant

begin to thank all of you enough. It comes from the heart….THANK YOU!!!

I am honored and blessed also to have all you who read the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. Whether you are on our mailing list, or stop by the website for the latest issue or get it from our FACEBOOK page, TWITTER Page or Instagram page...Thank You.

I am looking forward to seeing everyone out at the shows and cruise-in’s. Make sure to stop me and say hi!!

I invite everyone of you to keep up with my new adventures over at the SPEED KING HOT RODS Website, FACEBOOK page and INSTAGRAM page. I am going to have some big fun over there. I still enjoy writing, so you never know what might happen in the future over at Speed Kings.

The greatest thing I personally have gotten from publishing the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE al these years is all of you. Having people come up and introduce themselves and just talk about their cars, trucks, etc. or their families is PRICELSS to me. I am going to close by saying THANK YOU...all of you, for being a part of my life for so long. I have been so blessed to have all of you in it. You have made me a better person.

Its not goodbye but see you later….In the words of one of my favorite magazine guys….Gray Baskerville...ADEEOS

“Drive ’Em Don’t Hide ’Em”

Hybrid Corvette E-Ray Leaked

But C8 Will Always Be V8-Powered

For Corvette fans, we’ve grown accustomed to staggered reveals of different trim levels over the years. You know the drill, the base car is released, followed by higher performance variants that keep sales on the boil as the model goes through its life cycle. The Z06 model recently joined the base C8, and now (by either an electronic glitch or other trickery,) the latest mid-engine Corvette variant has been leaked to the world. The guys over at Mid-Engine Corvette Forum bring us the story. While we thought a Grand Sport model would the next salvo in the C8 saga, what we have instead is the new E-Ray, the first hybrid Corvette with all-wheel drive. The electrification of the automobile, not to mention an electric Corvette, is a prickly topic around these parts, but hold off on the nasty grams until you hear me out. We think the new E-Ray will be another feather in the cap for Tadge Juechter, Harlan Charles, and the rest of the Corvette development team.

While we don’t have final specs, here’s what we can expect from this new-fangled C8. The car will retain the nearly 500 horsepower LT2 V8 behind the seats with two electric motors fitted at each front wheel in the frunk. We’d guess that the two motors will contribute roughly 100hp to the V8’s output, along with instant torque and some sort of four-wheel vectoring thrown in for good measure. An added benefit will be decreased gas consumption, although the electric-only range is unknown at this point.

Aside from the dual propulsion system, the ERay shares the Z06’s wide body panels and shows off new colors and wheel designs as well. There are 13 different color selections, including old standbys like “Accelerate Yellow,” “Torch Red,” but we think the new camo-esque “Cacti” is the most noteworthy. The E-Ray looks to include a brake regeneration as well, which will capture energy from braking and recharge the battery.

For naysayers, I have good news. The C8 Corvette will always be a gas-powered sports car. The mid-engine architecture that GM heavily invested in is obsolete in today’s brave new automotive world and doesn’t take well to complete EV retrofitting. There will never be an all-electric C8, period. We’ll probably have one more C8 variant coming that adds twin turbos to the Z06’s DOHC, flatplane crank 5.5-liter V8, and sport a rumored 1000 horsepower. It might be called Zora and will be the swan song for the gas-powered Corvette. The new C9 will be an Ultium-based, clean sheet design with a performance envelope that will probably dwarf anything offered by Chevrolet today. Not only that, GM honcho Mark Ruess has publicly stated that the Corvette will be a multi-model franchise with the addition of an electric sedan and SUV added to the marque. Like Ford with the Mustang Mach-E, it looks like GM will follow suit and straddle both ICE and EV arenas in the near future.

In the meantime, if a gas-powered Corvette gets you hot and bothered, GM would love to sell you a current model. If new Corvette prices got you down, used C8s have started to come down with nice examples hovering around the $75,000-80,000 mark.

Get Behind The Wheel Of An NCM Motorsports Park Z06 Corvette

Chevrolet’s newest supercar, the 2023 Z06 Corvette, is a car many folks are lining up to get some seat time. There have been stories of price adjustments and even allotment raffles that enthusiasts have had to endure to try and find some seat time.

There is a large spectrum of enthusiasts who may not want to own a Z06 at this time but would surely appreciate a little “get to know” time behind the wheel. For those folks, NCM Motorsports Park may be just what they are seeking.

The small borough of Bowling Green, Kentucky, has built itself into the hub of the entire Corvette community. To start, that is where all Corvettes have been built since 1981. Right across the street is the National Corvette Museum, the repository for all things from Corvette’s colorful past. The NCM is located on a 60-acre campus with 115,000-square-foot under roof

Within the line of sight from each of these Corvette hot spots is the NCM Motorsports Park. Inspired by components from various tracks around the globe, the NCM Motorsports Park sprawls out over 184 acres and gives enthusiasts a challenging yet safe avenue for stretching their Corvette’s legs. The NCM Motorsports Park holds numerous events throughout the year, such as High-Performance Driving Experiences (HPDEs) and instructional sessions by its highly-trained staff.

One offering that is sure to be a favorite with enthusiasts is NCM Motorsports Park’s new Drive A Corvette Z06 opportunity. Currently, the NCM Motorsports Park is the only facility to offer driving experiences for the public in the all-new Corvette Z06. During the event, participants will feel the exhilaration of wielding the Corvette Z06 around the challenging 3.2-mile, 23-turn MSP road course in a lead/follow format.

For enthusiasts who want to feel even more thrill, the NCM Motorsports Park also offers the Z06 Fast Pack, which in addition to the lead/follow laps around the road course, will also include a “Zero to Sixty” launch on the straightaway and a hot lap driven by an MSP professional driver. Participants will be able to experience all this amazing car has to offer in a safe yet very exciting atmosphere.

Due to the program’s popularity, it is strongly encouraged to pre-book your Drive A Corvette Z06 and Z06 Fast Pack participation. Participants must be 18 years or older and have a valid driver’s license to participate in this experience. Helmets will be provided, but closed-toe shoes and long pants must be worn during the event. The event will run rain or shine, and track configuration and availability are subject to change without notice.

Head to the NCM Motorsports Park’s website and schedule the Drive a Corvette Z06 or Z06 Fast Pack event today. And there is even an option to purchase an NCM Motorsports Park gift certificate for someone, which would make an excellent Christmas present this year! Don’t let those dealers’ market adjustments keep you from experiencing the all-new Corvette Z06. Make plans to visit Bowling Green, Kentucky, and take in all the Corvette goodness this small Kentucky town has to offer!

You Can Now Buy A COPO Camaro With

10.3-Liters Of Big-Block Power

That 2023 COPO Camaro that Chevrolet Performance showed off at the recent PRI Show in Indianapolis is now officially up for grabs, and you can get yourself one complete with one of the largest V8 engines ever produced in a factory-built automobile.

The 2023 edition COPO will come with three powertrain options: the naturally-aspirated 427, the LSX-based supercharged 350, and a brand-new fuel-injected 632 cubic inch big-block.

Body color options include Black, Summit White, Red Hot, Steel Gray, and Vivid Orange (632 engine option only).

The cars and their three different engine packages use many of the latest and greatest components on the market, including ATI Performance Products TH400 transmissions, torque converters, dampers, and flexplates, Hurst Quarterstick shifters, Callies cranks and rods, Mahle pistons and rings and Clevite bearings, Strange Engineering 9-inch through-bolt center sections and 40-spline axles, Meziere electric water pumps, and much more.

The limited-edition COPO Camaro is only sold through U.S. dealerships, and is a purpose-built race car which is not street legal and therefore can not be registered in any of the 50 states. The COPO Camaro is sold without a title, on a Bill of Sale, and does not have a VIN. Submitting information does not guarantee a build spot. If a build spot is granted, a $15,000 deposit, unless prohibited by law, will be required to secure a MY2023 COPO. Visit the Chevrolet Performance web page for information on how to order your flavor of 2023 COPO Camaro

Edelbrock Is Modernizing The Classic 383-Cube SBC Crate Engine

There’s certainly nothing new when it comes to a small-block Chevy crate engine, but we’ve picked up on these two new engines from Edelbrock because they do things a little bit differently. These are all-new engines with a 4.030-ich bore and 3.75-inch stroke using a forged-steel crank and forged aluminum pistons pushing 10.4:1 compression. Most regular crate engines pump out a measly 400 horsepower or so but Edelbrock’s EFI version delivers a solid 500 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 450 lb-ft at 4,500 rpm. The carbureted version comes in slightly lower at 485 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 465 lb-ft at 5,000 rpm.

Making 500 horsepower with a small-block Chevy 383 is no walk in the park, especially with EFI. But when you compare the prices, the EFI motor is certainly well worth the investment at only $1,000 more than the carbureted version. There are some hidden tech bits inside this small-block that are worthy of mention. Take a look at the included cam specs and note that even with a 1.6:1 rocker, this COMP hydraulic roller cam sports serious valve lift of 0.624-inch for the intake and 0.608-inch lift for the exhaust.

With plenty of duration 234/235 degrees at 0.050 this cam offers roughly 0.070-inch more lift on the intake side compared to a comparable duration COMP Xtreme Energy cam. We would hazard a guess that this additional lift is where at least some of the 500 horsepower originates.

The power curve supplied by Edelbrock shows this engine making 500 horsepower at 6,000 rpm but also twisting 400 lb-ft of torque at 3,000 rpm despite the large single plane intake manifold. The carbureted version makes even slightly more torque at 3,000.

The rest of this engine is no slouch with Edelbrock E-Tec 200cc aluminum heads, beehive valve springs, 1.6:1 rockers, a 7-quart oil pan, 6.00-inch forged steel rods, a Super Victor single-plane intake manifold and Edelbrock’s Pro Flo 4 sequential EFI system calibrated specifically for this new engine.

The carbureted version is also worth consideration with many shared components except that it is fitted with Edelbrock’s new VRS4150 750 cfm carburetor. We’ve looked into this new carb and it offers a tremendous range of opportunities for specific tuning with additional circuits not found on a typical street carburetor. The carbureted engine also comes with a specifically tuned HEI ignition to round out the package.

These small-blocks may appear to be a bit fussy and perhaps even high-strung for street engines, but Edelbrock says these engines will idle at 14 inches of manifold vacuum at 950 rpm. That’s enough to run power brakes and to make solid torque at low speeds as well. Check out the dyno curve we’ve included with torque at 400 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm.

These new Edelbrock crate engines have just raised the bar on what can now be new ground for those who still believe in the traditional small-block Chevy. There’s clearly life left in this veteran engine package and Edelbrock has just pushed it along a little further.

The Annual RAT TRAP RACING / TECHNOCRAFT Christmas Open House and HOT ROD GATHERING was held on Dec 3rd.

Ron & Brian Hope and the whole Hope family open the doors of their race and fabrication facility to anyone who wants to stop by….and it was a great turnout.

The weather early in the morning was a little “damp”, but by mid-morning all was good weather wise and the hot rodders came out in force!

Fans, friends and first timers to the event got to check out the RAT TRAP AA/ FA race shop, the TECHNOCRAFT Cabinet operation (they specialize in custom trailer cabinets) and all those cool cars and truck in attendance.

Noontime saw “THE CACKLEFEST” kick off. Michael Hope’s new Fuel Altered led off the fun, along with the PAVEMENT SHAKER AA/FD and The RAT TRAP AA/FA burnin’ NITRO thru the pipes! The smell of Nitromethane filled the air!!

Put the first Saturday in December on your schedule to come n out to this annual event in 2023.

JAN 2023:

JAN 6-8: CHATTANOOGA TN: Chattanooga O'Reilly World of Wheels: Event being held at the Chattanooga Convention Center located at 1 Carter Plaza. It's the Super Bowl of cars shows and great family fun. See custom cars, trucks, motorcycles and more. Check dates and times for celebrities and events happening during the show. For more info go to www.worldofwheels.net or https://www.facebook.com/worldofwheelsautoshow/

JAN 7: Lebanon TN: 12th Annual Tennessee Motorama: Event being held at the Wilson County Fairgrounds, 945 E. Baddour Pkwy. All indoor show! Rain or Shine! Open to all year models. New & used parts, Swap meet, New parts & vendors. Entry Show Vehicles $25.00. For more information call Tommy "Scooter" Williams 615-364-1828.

JAN 7: BRASELTON GA: NORTH EAST GEORGIA SWAP MEET: WINTER HOURS!!! Nobody wants to set up before the sun breaks the horizon!, so we're moving the set-up back one hour. Priority Vendor Set-up is 7-8am, Vendor General Admission is 8am. Event being held at Lanier Raceplex, 5301 Winder Hwy. January event is PENDING so for more information, or to be put on our monthly reminder list, call or text Brad at (706) 424-5035.

JAN 7-8: Knoxville TN: 39th Annual Cabin Fever Car & Motorcycle Show: For Pre-2000 Cars Only!! Will be held at the Knoxville Expo Center, 5441 Clinton Hwy. Setup Friday, 8:00am4:00pm. Doors open to the public from 5:00pm - 8:00pm. Car & Motorcycle Show continues on: Saturday, January 7th, 8:00am - 8:00pm, then on Sunday, January 8th, 8:00am4:00pm. Admission $10.00, Children under 12 free.

JAN 14: MURFREESBORO TN: C/10 CLUB CRUISE TO BUC-EE’S: OK, we're going to try to repeat the fun we had a few weeks ago cruising to Crossville. If you enjoy driving the truck you built then this will be a good time. 12-2 at the Buc'ee's in Athens, AL. We will meet at the Walmart in Murfreesboro at the intersection of Hwy 231 and Joe B. Jackson Pkwy at 930am. We will go south on Hwy 231 and hit Hwy 431 in Fayetteville and then enter Alabama. We'll snake our way around and arrive at Buc'ee's around 12. I can't promise the same "escort" we had in October that kept us altogether, but I'll try my best. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/1604756983132330/

JAN 2023:

JAN 21-22: LOUISVILLE KY: BLUEGRASS WORLD OF WHEELS CUSTOM CAR SHOW: Event being held at the Kentucky State Fairgrounds Exposition center, in the north wing, located off I-65. 10am – 10pm Saturday and 10am – 6pm Sunday. Over $10,000 in ISCA Cash, Awards & Prizes, 5 Best Awards, 12 Outstanding Awards, 6 Best Display Awards, Bourbon Select 6 Award (6, $250 Award Winners) & Bluegrass Award Best of Show (1, $1000 Award Winner). For more info, entry forms or vendor forms contact Ron Rawlins at 502-558-9653 or rrawlins1937@gmail.com or go to https://www.facebook.com/profile.php? id=100071192576230 or https://www.facebook.com/events/419199153045968/

JAN 21-22: WHITE PINES TN: 9TH ANNUAL WINTER ANGEL EXPO 2023: Live Music Saturday, Vendors, Trophies, Silent Auction, 50/50, Dash Plaques for First 100 Cars, Door Prizes. Spectators $5. Children Under 12 Free. Pre-Registration $25. Day of Show $30. Times, Sat 9am-8pm. Sun 10am-2pm. Location Great Smoky Mountain Expo Center 1615 Pavilion Drive, White Pines. Additional Information Dick 937-403-1799, Ken 423-277-0816, Wes 423-353-3755

JAN 27-29: GRAY TN: PERFORMANCE AUTOMOTIVE SWAP MEET: Large Selection of New & Used Parts, Oval Track, Frag Race, Muscle Car, Street Car. Additional Information raceproductions@aol.com 321-264-0408 Location Appalachian Fairground

FEB 2023:

FEB 3-5: BIRMINGHAM AL: Birmingham O'Reilly World of Wheels: Event being held at the Birminghan Jefferson Convention Center located at 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd. It's the Super Bowl of cars shows and great family fun. See custom cars, trucks, motorcycles and more. Check dates and times for celebrities and events happening during the show. For more info go to www.worldofwheels.net or https://www.facebook.com/ worldofwheelsautoshow/

FEB 5: Nashville TN: 34th Stones River AACA Swap Meet: Event being held at the Nashville Fairgrounds. Times: 6:30am - 3:00pm. It's that time of year again! Get your indoor space before it's all gone. Call Tommy to get your space reserved. 615-631-3004. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1224847088373283/

MAR 2023:

MAR 11-12: Louisville KY: 56th ANNUAL KYANA AUTO SWAP MEET: Event being held at the KY Fair & Exposition Center located at 937 Phillips Lane. This is the largest indoor swap meet in the US with over a quarter million square feet under roof. A few vendors spots are still available. Call Maureen at 502-619-2917 to reserve your space. Doors open at 8:00am both day. Admission: Adults $10.00 per day, Children under 12 free. For additional information, visit http:// www.kyanaswapmeet.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/people/Kyana-SwapMeet/100040071417169/

JAN 2023:

JAN 7- 8: NOVI MI: 49TH ANNUAL DETROIT SWAP MEET: Mid-West’s Largest and Oldest Indoor Winter Swap Meet. 2 Day Weekend Passes $10. Ladies and Children Under 12 Free. Over 65,000 sqft. Indoor Swap Meet Space, Hundreds of Vendor Spots (10x10 space $75.), Concessions/Beverages. Location 46100 Grand River Ave in Novi. Times Saturday 8am5pm/ Sunday 8am-1pm.

JAN 13-15: CINCINNATI OH: O'Reilly Auto Parts Cavalcade of Customs: Cincinnati's O'Reilly Auto Parts Cavalcade of Customs returns to the Duke Energy Center January 13-15, 2023! Cincinnati is set to host this year's must see ISCA/Summit Racing Equipment Championship Finals with competitors from around the country. Two levels of Hot Rods, Customs, Trucks, Motorcycles and more! Discount tickets available at area O'Reilly Auto Parts approximately three weeks prior to the show. Show Hours: Friday 3pm-10pm, Saturday 10am -10pm & Sunday 10am-6pm. Special Guest for 2023 include: Catherine Bach & Tom Wopat from Dukes of Hazzard - Friday 5-9; Jon Moxley, AEW Star Sunday 1-4; Henry Winkler From Happy Days & Legend of Vox Manchina Friday 5-9 & Saturday 11-4; Cindy Williams from American Graffiti & Laverne & Shirley Friday 5-9, Saturday 11-4 & 6-8, Sunday 11-2, Mackinzie Phillips from American Graffiti & One Day at a Time Friday 5-9, Saturday 11-4 & 6-8 Sunday 11-2, Jeff Lutz from Street Outlaws - All Weekend. See www.worldofwheels.com for show information & to enter your vehicle.

FEB 2023:

FEB 24-26: DETROIT MI: 70TH ANNIVERSARY DETROIT AUTORAMA: Home of the RIDLER AWARD! Meguiar's Detroit Autorama presented by O'Reilly Auto Parts returns to Huntington Place (Cobo) February 24-26, 2023! Enjoy a great weekend of Hot Rods, Customs, Trucks, Motorcycles and more! Don't miss seeing qualifying cars for the Great 8 presented by BASF as they compete for the Ridler Award presented by Meguiar's! Discount tickets available at O'Reilly Auto Parts two weeks prior to the show. Show Hours: Friday 12am10pm, Saturday 9am-10pm & Sunday 10am-7pm. Special Guest and Featured Exhibits will be updated as event dates get closer. See www.autorama.com for information or to enter your vehicle.

FEB 24-26: MILWAUKEE WI: O'Reilly Auto Parts Milwaukee World of Wheels: Milwaukee's O'Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels - February 24-26, 2023 at State Fair Park! See House of Harley-Davidson's Motorcycle Show presented by Gruber-Law and the Pinstripe Legends Panel Jam and Charity Auction raising funds for Children's Hospital! Show hours are: Friday 3-9, Saturday 10-9 & Sunday 10-6. Autograph sessions include: Guest Appearances will be announced closer to show dates. See www.worldofwheels.com for show details or to enter your vehicle! It's all part of the Summit Racing Equipment Show Car Series!

MAR 2023:

MAR 3-5: ROSEMONT (CHICAGO) IL: O'Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels presented by Denny Guest: Chicago's O'Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels presented by South Oak Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep returns to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center March 3-5, 2023! Come to Rosemont for three days of hot rod fun! See cars competing in hundreds of classes and top show cars competing for the Legend Cup Presented by Clean Tools! The second level of the convention center comes alive on Saturday for a one day display of luxury cars, tuners and JDMs in Tuner Galleria! Show Hours: Friday 3:00-10:00, Saturday 10:00-10:00 & Sunday 10:00-6:00. Special Guest Include: Will be announced as show dates are closer. It's all part of the Summit Racing Equipment Show Car Series! See www.worldofwheels.com for information or to enter your vehicle. More details coming soon!

MAR 2023:

MAR 24-26: INDIANAPOLIS IN:

O'Reilly Auto

Parts World of Wheels presented by Ray Skillman: Indy's O'Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels presented by Ray Skillman returns to the Indiana State Fairgrounds March 24-26, 2023! Enjoy a weekend of Hot Rods, Customs, Trucks, Motorcycles and more! Discount tickets available at Indianapolis area O'Reilly Auto Parts store locations approximately three weeks prior to the event. Show Hours: Friday 3pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm & Sunday 10am-6pm. See top show cars competing for Lincoln Tech's Hoosier Award and the Circle City Award plus Best and Outstanding Awards sponsored by Ivy Tech! Special Guest include: Danny Koker and Kevin Mack from Count's Kustoms (Sunday 1-4), More tba as dates get closer! Don't miss Gauge Magazine's Lifestyle Hall with Lowriders, Tuners and Mini Trucks plus awesome sound demos, plus the Pinstriper panel jam and charity auction benefiting the Diabetes Youth Foundation of Indiana on Saturday and Sunday. Motorama features sweet traditional rods and customs plus live rockabilly music. See www.worldofwheels.com for full show information or to enter your vehicle.

JAN 2023: JAN 8: NORTH LAS VEGAS NV:

SWAP: Buy, sell, trade. New, used, and one-of-a-kind. Vintage, custom, one-off, and antique. British, Japanese, European, and American Big Twin. Dirt, drags, track, and street. You name it you’ll probably find it at the Vegas Car & Bike Swap. Go here to pre-register and save money by registering online. Online registration closes on Wednesday, November 30th, at midnight. All vendors, whether registered online or paying cash the day of the event, will be granted access on a first come, first served basis, beginning at 7 am. The spectator gate opens @ 8:00 a.m. $10 entry for spectators. Kids under 12 are free. The swap is located at the West Wind Drive-In Theater at 4150 W Carey Ave. For more info go to www.thecycleswap.com

VEGAS CAR & BIKE

JAN 2023:

JAN 28: PLANO TX: WHIPS N WINGS 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OPEN HOUSE: Location 720 Central Expressway. 5-11pm.

FEB 2023:

FEB 11: FT WORTH TX: FORT WORTH MOTORCYCLE EXPO & SWAP MEET: Live Band, Door Prizes, Beer. Vendor Setup Friday Feb 10 2- 8p.m. Saturday Set up 6-8a.m. $100. For 10x10 Location Will Rogers Memorial Center Exhibits Building 3481 W. Lancaster Ave.

FEB 17-19: TUSLA OK: DARRYL STARBIRDS NATIONAL 59TH ANNUAL ROD & CUSTOM SHOW THE NEXT GENERALTION: Largest Indoor Car Show in the US. Over 1,000. Exotic Customs & Hot Rods. Go for the Gold $10K Cash Award. Legends Tribute Honoring the Most Renowned Customizers & Their Creations, Outdoor Cool Car Corral. Demolition Derby. For Entry & Vendor Information 918-409-8966 or 316-655-7888 @starbirdcarshows on Facebook

FEB 17-19: DALLAS TX: O'Reilly Auto Parts Dallas Autorama: The O'Reilly Auto Parts Autorama - Dallas Market Hall February 17-19, 2023! Enjoy a weekend of Customs, Hot Rods, Trucks, Motorcycles and more! Guest scheduled to appear: Guest will be announced as show dates get closer. Discount tickets available at Dallas area O'Reilly Auto Parts Stores approximately 30 days prior to show. Show Hours: Friday 3pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm & Sunday 10am-6pm. Visit www.autorama.com for more information or to enter your vehicle.

FEB 24-26: CONROE TX: LONE STAR THROWDOWN 2023: Event being held at the Lone Star Expo Center & Montgomery County Fairgrounds located at 9255 Airport Road. Show Vehicle Check-In Hours: Thursday: Noon-8pm, Friday: 8am-5pm, Saturday: 8am-5pm & Sunday: 8am-Noon. Spectator Hours: Friday: 8am-5pm, Saturday: 8am-5pm & Sunday: 8am5pm. Awards: Top 100 Awards, Best Of Awards & Cash Giveaways. No trailers inside show grounds. No glass. No pets. No golf carts/ATVs/Side by Side. No burnouts. No bands/DJs. No stock vehicles. All BBQ pits must have a fire extinguisher. Tents bigger than 20’x20′ must have city permit. Show vehicle registration is $80 and includes (2) weekend wristbands. Spectator weekend wristbands are $20. For more info go to https:// www.lonestarthrowdown.com/show-info/

MAR 2023: MAR 3-5: SALT LAKE CITY UT: Autorama - Salt Lake City: Utah's O'Reilly Auto Parts Autorama returns to Salt Lake City March 3-5, 2023! Join us for a great weekend of hot rods, lowriders, truck, motorcycles and more at the Mountain America Expo Center. Friday 3:00-9:00, Saturday 10:00-9:00& Sunday 10:006:00. Discount tickets are available at O'Reilly Auto Parts approximately three weeks prior to the show. For more information, see https://autorama.com/ attend/salt-lake-city/ or to enter your vehicle. It's all part of the Summit Racing Equipment Show Car Series.

MAR 10-12: OMAHA NE: O'Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels – Omaha: Omaha's O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels returns to the CHI Health Convention Center March 10-12, 2023! Enjoy a weekend of great hot rods, customs, trucks and more. Plus, the Gravity Falls Valve Cover Racing for kids all weekend! Guest Autograph Sessions include: Danny Koker & Kevin Mack from Count's Kustoms Sunday (time tba). More info available soon. Discount tickets available at O'Reilly Auto Parts. There is a $1.50 facility fee added to tickets sold at the CHI Health Convention Center. Show Hours: Friday 3pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-9pm & Sunday 10am-6pm. See www.worldofwheels.com for information or to enter your vehicle

MAR 10-12: KANSAS CITY MO:

O'Reilly

Auto Parts World of Wheels - Kansas City: KC's O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels returns to Bartle Hall March 10-12, 2023! Enjoy a weekend of Hot Rods, Customs, Trucks, Lowriders, Motorcycles and more! Meet special guest: To be announced. Discount tickets available at O'Reilly Auto Parts approximately three weeks prior to the show. Show Hours: Friday 3pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-9pm & Sunday 10am-6pm. See www.worldofwheels.com for the latest information or to enter your vehicle.

JAN 2023:

JAN 8: LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH HI-PERFORMANCE SWAP MEET: This outdoor event has become world renowned for its content of antique, vintage, classic, and highperformance cars and parts for sale at bargain prices. The swap meet is a must visit for hot rod, muscle car, street rod, classic car and truck enthusiasts. The Long Beach Swap Meet has been featured on such television shows as Monster Garage, Popular Hot Roding TV, and NHRA Drag Racing Today. HOURS: 6 am to 1 pm. ADMISSION: Spectators $9 per person.

PARKING: Free general parking. For more info or to be a vendor go to www.longbeachhiposwapmeet.com or call 800-762-9785

JAN 15: POMONA CA: POMONA SWAP MEET & CLASSIC CAR SHOW: George Cross & Sons, presents the West Coast's Largest Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show at the Fairplex. You'll find over 2,500 vendor spaces full of hard to find car parts and accessories at low swap meet prices. Thousands of original and restored Corvettes, Porsches, Street Rods, Volkswagens and pre-1985 Classic Cars will be on display and for sale. Hours: 5am to 2pm, rain or shine, we swap. Admission $10.00 per adult, children 12 and under, FREE. Contact: 714-538-7091 or www.pomonaswapmeet.com

JAN 21: BUENA PARK CA: 15TH ANNUAL JEFF’S FUN RUN: Event being held at Ken Grody Ford located at 6211 Beach Blvd. Event starts at 8am. Over 200 hot rods & motorcycles. The #1 way to kick off the New Year. Open to all vehicles. Rain or shine. Entry fee is $40.00. Online entries must be completed by Dec 17th to receive free t-shirt. Register online at www.jeff’sfunrun.com. All confirmations will be emailed. Plenty of parking at the end of the run.

JAN 21: SALINAS CA: CLASSICS & CONCHAS: NEW DATE! Event beng held at DEADEND Headquarters located at 60 Mararin St. Event runs from 8am – 12noon. Free coffie & conchaswhile supply lasts. For more info and updates chck out the DEADEND Magazne IG page.

JAN 22: STOCKTON CA: STOCKTON CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET: California mark your calendars for 2023 we start out the year in Stockton January 22nd Northern Californias first Auto Swap meet & Car Show of the year. Event being held at the San Joaquin Fairgrounds. For all the info call 209-948-5307. Follow us on Instagram Sjvautoswapmeets or go to https:// www.facebook.com/StocktonSwapMeet/

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JAN 27 -29: PALM SPRINGS CA: PARADISE ROAD CLASSIC CAR & MOTORCYCLE SHOW: Location 701 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs. Check out the PARADISE ROAD SHOW IG page for more info and updates.

JAN 28: IRWINDALE CA: 2ND MOONEYES NEW YEARS PARTY 2023 CAR SHOW, DRAG RACE: Vendors, Live Bands, Pin Up Contest, Pinstripe. 72 and Older. Location Irwindale Speedway (no Colors).

JAN 28-29: TURLOCK CA: 56TH ANNUAL TURLOCK SWAP MEET: Classic Cars for Sale. Location Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N. Broadway. Times 7am-5pm. on Saturday 7a.m -3p.m Sunday. Admission $20. Children Under 12 Free.

FEB 2023:

FEB 2: UPLAND CA: STOKERS HOT ROD FACTORY ALL DAY OPEN HOUSE: It’s our annual GNRS Open House. Event runs from 8am - ?? Event being held at 1663 West 9th St. For more info call 909-920-6797

FEB 3-5: POMONA CA: GRAND NATIONAL ROADSTER SHOW: 73rd Grand National Roadster Show: The Grand National Roadster Show is now in its 73rd year. Once known as the Oakland Roadster Show, it is the longest running indoor car show in the world! Produced at the Fairplex in Pomona for the 19th consecutive year. This year will feature a huge number of new builds, debuts, exhibitors, and of course the AMBR and Slonaker competitions. Over 500 show vehicles will compete for awards inside the Fairplex buildings. Another 400-800 vehicles will join the event Saturday & Sunday for the 16th Annual Grand Daddy Drive-In. For more info go to www.rodshows.com or https://www.facebook.com/ grandnationalroadstershow

FEB 2023:

FEB 3-5: POMONA CA: GRAND DADDY DRIVE IN: This is event is part of the annual GRAND NATIONAL ROADSTER SHOW. The Grand Daddy Drive-In is the outdoor portion of the GNRS. This 3-day event is for those who want to participate in the GNRS but may not want to leave their vehicle indoors for four days. Come for one day or all three days. The Grand Daddy Drive-In is open Hot Rods, Classics, Muscle Cars and trucks; no Motorcycles allowed. All vehicles must be driven into the event. Participants will receive an entry for two people into the event (additional passengers will need to secure their own admission), a goodie bag, and without a doubt, the best parking spot on the grounds. In addition, several magazines, including Modern Rodding, All Chevy Performance and Classic Truck Performance, will make Editor’s Pick awards as well as other picks by sponsors and VIP’s. Come out and join us to see 800-1000 cars parked throughout the Fairplex grounds. For more info or to enter go to www.rodshows.com

FEB 12: VENTURA CA: 17TH ANNUAL DAVID MANN CHOPPERFEST: NEW DATE – RESCHEDULED FROM DEC 11th: Motorcycle Art and Culture Show. Time 8am-4pm. Location Ventura County Fairgrounds www.chopperfestival.com

FEB 25: GALT CA: GALT AUTO SWAP MEET & CAR SHOW: Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 25, 2023 Galt Auto swap meet & car show great venue Galt market grounds Centrally located between Stockton and Sacramento right off of Highway 99 home to one of northern California’s biggest weekday markets. Turn those old parts into cash, swap meet spaces are only $20. 10 x 30‘ on pavement. For all the info call 209-948-5307. Follow us on Instagram Sjvautoswapmeets or go to https://www.facebook.com/StocktonSwapMeet/

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JAN 20-22: ALLENTOWN PA: 34TH ANNUAL AUTO MANIA: Event being held at The Allentown Fairgrounds located at 302 N 17th St. Friday: 12PM- 9PM, Saturday: 9AM- 6PM, Sunday: 9AM- 3PM. Daily Fri- Sun: $10, Kids 12 and Under FREE. For more than 30 years Auto Mania has been Pennsylvania’s largest indoor heated automotive Flea Market. The 200+ spaces showcase parts, literature, services, new products, memorabilia items, tires, accessories, car care products, sheet metal, rubber & weather stripping, tools, collectibles and so much more. For more information on Auto Mania & to buy your discounted admission tickets, visit https://carlisleevents.com/events/events-detail/index?id=auto+mania or go to Social: https://www.facebook.com/AutoManiaAutomotiveMarket or https:// www.instagram.com/carlisleevents/

JAN 20-22: PITTSBURGH PA: MaxMotive World of Wheels presented by NAPA Auto Parts: Pittsburgh's MAXmotive World of Wheels presented by NAPA Auto Parts returns to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center January 20-22, 2023! Enjoy a weekend of Customs, Hot Rods, Trucks, Motorcycles and more! Discount tickets available at area NAPA Auto Parts. Show Hours Friday 3:00-9:00, Saturday 10:00-9:00 & Sunday 10:00-6:00. See the 50th Anniversary Zinger display and the 3X NHRA Triple A Funny Car plus the Milner '32 from American Graffiti! Special Guest include: Superstars of the 70s: Henry Winkler (Happy Days), Cindy Williams (Laverne & Shirley/American Graffiti) and Mackenzie Phillips (One Day at a Time/American Graffiti) all on Friday 5-9, Saturday 11-4 & 6-8 and Sunday 11-2; Jeff Lutz from Street Outlaws all weekend, 3X NHRA Funny Car Champ Robert Hight on Saturday from 1-2 ; Dee Snider from Twisted Sister on Saturday from 1-5 (Free autographed photos provided on site. A fee of $200 for any/all musical gear and $40 for posters, records, cds, dolls, etc. will be charged) See www.worldofwheels.com for complete information or to enter your vehicle.

Photography by Ray Reed Article & Feature Layout by Jimmy B

It’s a Louisville (pronounced LOO-Ville) hot rod tradition, The Beatersville Car and Bike Show. The 17th edition of this gearhead favorite, held on the last Sunday in May, moved back to it’s original home, the streets of the Warehouse District in downtown Louisville Kentucky. It had ben held out at the Bullitt County fairgrounds for a couple of years due the COVID restriction that were in place.

The Beatersville Car and Bike Show is a traditional rod and custom show that features, 1968 and older, cars, and, trucks from all over the mid-west and mid -south regions.

Besides all the cool cars, truck and bikes, the show featured bands, vendors, the ever-popular, Miss Beatersville contest, food trucks, cash bar, and much more.

The charity panel jam and auction took place again this year hosted by Beatersville friends, the Louisville Paint Slingers.

Spectators filled the streets of the Warehouse district, to check out every part of the event, and this is a hot rod favorite must see.

Beatersville 2023 will take place on Sunday May 28th, so make plans now to head to LOO-Ville for some hot rod fun. Check out www.beaterville.com for all the details and to pre-register your pre-68 car or bike.

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S :

CLARKSVILLE TN: Cruise-In / Car Meet: Held Every Friday night year round. Hosted by Clarksville Gearhead Car Club. Cruise will be behind the O'Charley's Restaurant located at 674 N. Riverside Drive. Times: 8:00pm - 10:00pm

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KNOXVILLE TN: ADVANCED AUTO PARTS CRUISE NIGHTS: Come join Summer Knight Cruisers Knoxville each month year round for a night of cool rides, good people and family fun. If you like talking cars, trucks, or motorcycles then stop by and see us. All are welcome. Cruise is held on the 2nd Friday night at 7700 Oak Ridge Hwy. Cruise starts at 5pm. Cruise runs year round as long as weather permitting and 60 degrees or above. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/288777841667635/

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LEBANON TN: NASHVILLE CARS & COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise is held on the 1st Saturday morning of each month. BringoutthewholefamilytothisFREEtoattendShinen'ShoweventatNashvilleSuperSpeedway.OnsitewillbeMiddleTennessee'sPremierAutomotiveBusinessesandaBunch ofBreakfastFoodandDrinkVendors.Thatplusallofyoumakeforagreatevent!Ifyouwouldliketo beinthereservedparkingareaoryouareanautomotiverelatedvendorthatwouldliketojointhe event,sendusamessage.Cruise runs from 8-11am. Cruise is held at the NASHVILLE SUPERSPEEDWAY located at 4847-4 McCrary Rd. Cruise NCC is a free to attend Shine and Show event. If you are a vendor, car club or if you have any questions, please send us a message. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1121422938429970

DOUBLE SPRINGS AL: Cruise-In Double Springs, AL: Cruise-In on the 1st Saturday of each month. Cruise runs from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM year round. Cruise is located at First United Methodist Church Double Springs. *Rain or Shine* For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/groups/1275512662653723/

DALTON GA: Hot Mugs & Cool Bugs: Volkswagen Cruise-In: Cruise is held on the 1st Saturday morning of each month weather permitting. Join us at Gypsy Soul & Co. located at 2962 Cleveland Rd, from 8am to 11am for Hot Mugs & Cool Bugs: Volkswagen Cruise-In! For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/758239608064730/? event_time_id=758239608064730

BYRDSTOWN TN: Byrdstown Cars & Coffee: Event is a casual car show held on the 1st Saturday morning of each month from 8:00am- 12:00noon January-December (Rain or Shine) . Whether it's a sports car, super car, collector, or just a unique car or truck, all are welcome. The location is @Byrdstown Town Plaza located across from Town Hall at 109 West Main Street. Doesn't matter when you come or go, just come ready to have a good time looking at and discussing cars over a cup of coffee. Please be safe, no burnouts, loud revving, aggressive driving etc... We are appreciative to have such a great place to have this event and want to keep it. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/327309068478654/

DALTON GA: PHAROHS COFFEE & CHROME CRUISE-IN: Held on the 1st Saturday morning of every month weather permitting. Cruise held at Hardees located at Northside Shopping Center 1301 North Glenwood Ave. Cruise runs from 8-11am. For more info call 423-5800833

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DALTON GA: PHAROHS COFFEE & CHROME CRUISE-IN: Held on the 1st Saturday morning of every month weather permitting. Cruise held at Hardees located at Northside Shopping Center 1301 North Glenwood Ave. Cruise runs from 8-11am. For more info call 423-5800833

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DALTON GA: Coffee & Cars: Community Cruise-In: Join us at Gypsy Soul & Co. located at 2962 Cleveland Hwy. on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, for Coffee & Cars: a FREE community cruise-in! All vehicles of all eras are welcome! If you're proud of it, pull up in it and show it off! We are excited to host the Pharaohs car club of Dalton! The Pharaohs are dedicated to customs, classics, muscle cars, trucks, rat-rods & real hot-rods. Come out and enjoy the finest cars in the area while sipping our delicious coffee! We'll have our boutique items stocked and tasty treats for everyone to enjoy! You don't want to miss it!! (it is definitely okay to arrive early). For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/199301614937489/?event_time_id=199301614937489/

SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : FT LAUDERDALE FL: VINTAGE CAR & TRUCK CRUISE-IN: Beachside Cruise In held every Saturday Night at Boardroom Bar located at 1343 NE 32nd St. Runs 5pm – until?? Great food and fun.

1st SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : BILOXI MS: EDGEWATER MALL CRUISE NIGHT: Cruise is held the 1st Saturday night of the month from 6-9pm. Cruise is held at the Edgewater mall locates on Hwy 90. Hosted by the Coast Cruizers. Custom cars, trucks, classics, hot rods, retro rods, motorcycles allowed in the Cruise-In Parking area only. Everyone is welcome to come join us.

2nd SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : Clarksville TN: Steak N Shake Cruise-In: Cruise is held on the 2nd Saturday night of the month. Hosted by Gearheads Car Club in Clarksville. Times: 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Located at 2819c Wilma Rudolph Blvd. In front of Governor's Square Mall.

MONDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S: OOLTEWAH TN: OOLTEWAH CRUISE IN & BIKE NIGHT: Cruise takes place every Monday night from Jan – Dec. Cruise times are 4pm - ?? Cruise is held at Cambridge Square located at 9435 Bradmore Ln. Everyone is welcome to join.

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NIGHT CRUISE IN’S:

BRADENTON FL: Rudys Car Show: Join us at our Monthly Car and Motorcycle show. Event held at The Wing house of Bradenton located at 5105 14 street West. Time: 5:00 pm. Trophies will be given out at 9:00 PM. The Wing House show is the 2nd Wednesday of every month and I’m calling on all automotive enthusiasts - From classics to exotics and everything in between. Off road vehicles too! Bring the whole family and have a great time. Live DJ music by Rudy and raffle. Great Drinks special and the world best Wings Spectators are free and clubs are welcomed. Car clubs that need special parking arrangement please contact Rudy 954.489.TAGS. This is a trophy event! Clubs that has the most reregister vehicles turn out wins a trophy. Vendors please contact Rudy for special arrangements. No attitude or loud Music. Rudy is just trying to provide a fun time while we all enjoy our passions for cars , no matter what kind they are. Come , have fun and see you at the show. Registration is $10 but, its not a mandatory. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/1586433568402735/

1st SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : MIDDLETOWN OH: HORSEPOWER FARM CARS & COFFEE CRUISE IN: Held the 1st Saturday of every month all year long Rain or Shine. So even on those cold winter or rainy days just come on out and hang out in the Garage. Start time is 8AM till Noon all proceeds benefit the Blue Skies Warrior Fund. Thanks for all your support we have already donated over $20,000 in 2016. Cruise located at the Horsepower Farm at 2227 Trinity Drive. For more info call 937-477-0450

MONDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: MORRIS IL: WENDY’S CRUISERS CRUISE-IN: Every Monday Night from 5-9 at the Wendy’s on Rt 47. Cruise-In, free small frosty or drink. Dash plaques while they last. Car Cruises, outdoor movies, concerts on the first Monday June –October. We meet all year on every Monday. Call Ken at 815-942-2032, or just show up.

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: CHANDLER AZ: HAPPY HOUR CAR SHOW & LIVE MUSIC: Cruise held every Friday Night. Cruise is held at the Patio at the Forum located at 2301 S Stearman Drive. Cruise runs from 4-8pm. Free wood fired pizza from 5-6

PASADENA TX: FREDDYS STEAKBURGERS FRIDAY NIGHT CAR, TRUCK & BIKE MEET: Cruise happens every Friday night from 6-10pm. Takes place at the Freddy's location at 4637East Sam Houston Pkwy. Open to all makes & models. Kid & pet friendly. No burnouts and no revving.

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ORO VALLEY AZ: 1st FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE NIGHT: Brought to you by Freddys Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (Northside). Cruise takes place at 11143 N Oracle Rd. Cruise runs from 6-9pm on 1st Friday of the month. Open to cars & bikes from all era’s. All makes and models from car clubs or lone wolf’s. Simple Rules. No burnouts, no loud music, be respectful of others and the property and parking lot must be left clean. Hosted by the Obsessions Car Club. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/Northsidecruisein/ 2nd FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S:

ORO VALLEY AZ: 2nd FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE NIGHT: Brought to you by Freddys Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (Northside). Cruise takes place at 11143 N Oracle Rd. Cruise runs from 6-9pm on 2nd Friday of the month. Open to cars & bikes from all era’s. All makes and models from car clubs or lone wolf’s. Simple Rules. No burnouts, no loud music, be respectful of others and the property and parking lot must be left clean. Hosted by the Obsessions Car Club. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/Northsidecruisein/ 2nd SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE-IN’S: CARROLLTON TX: CAFFEINE & GASOLINE BIKE CAR MEET: Cruise is held the 2nd Saturday morning of each month. Cruise runs from 9am -1pm and is held at Maverick Harley Davidson located at 1835 N I-35 East. Donuts, coffee, Music and adult beverages. $15.00 entry t Time Machine Car Shows, Does your ride have what it takes? For more info call 972245-1492 or go to www.maverickhd.com

1st SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: AUSTIN TX: 1st Saturday Hot Rod Night: Cruise is held at TOP NOTCH located at 7525 Burnet Rd. Cruise runs from 6-9pm. Live music at 7pm. All ages no BYOB. Burgers, beer and burnt rubber

1st SUNDAY MORNING OF THE MONTH: HOUSTON TX: BRUNCH, COFFEE, CARS & PEOPLE SUNDAY CAR MEET: Cruise runs on the 1st Sunday of the month. Cruise is held at 10555 Pearland Pkwy at Penas Donuts & Diner. Cruise runs from 8-1aam. Open to all vehicles. See you there!

LAS VEGAS NV: SHOW OFF SUNDAY CAR MEET: Cruise is held on the 1st Sunday morning of the month. Cruise is held at TEAM Chevrolet at i95& Ann Rd at 5501 Drexel Rd. Cruise time is 8-11am. All makes and models welcome.

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REDONDO BEACH CA: GAS RATZ CAR MEET: Event held on the 1st Thursday night of the month. Cruise runs from 6-8pm Cruise is held at Island Fine Burgers & Drinks located at 1609 Hawthorne Blvd.

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: LEMON GROVE CA: ROLL WITH THE DIRTY BOMBS OF SAN DIEGO: Cruise happens every Friday night starting at 7pm. Cruise is held at Charley’s Famous Burgers located at 8213 Broadway. Cool cars, good people and great food.

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: BURBANK CA: VALLEY CRUISE NIGHT: Cruise takes place every Friday night. Cruise is being held at the FOSTERS FREEZE located at 201 South Glenoaks Blvd. Cruise runs from 7-9pm. LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH CRUISE NIGHT: Held every Friday. Meet at Rosie’s at Dog Beach Parking lot. Leave the beach at 8pm. Head to the IN-N-Out in Signal Hill over around 9pm. For more info go to Long Beach Cruise Night on IG .

GARDEN GROVE CA: GARDEN GROVE MAIN ST CAR SHOW: Cruise is held every Friday night from 5-8pm. Enter on north side off Acacia Pkwy. Hot Rods, Muscle cars, trucks, trophies, awards, raffles, music, food and vendors. Bring your friends and family for good times.

NORTHRIDGE CA: Bob's-Northridge FridayCruz’20: EVERY FRIDAY IN NORTHRIDGE [since 2009!] the local hot rodders and classic car enthusiasts have rolled in to cruise their favorite burger joint. Bring out your hot rod (be it a classic cruiser or modern muscle), unpack your folding chairs and join in while enjoying something from Bob's menu or shopping the local stores! Cruise runs from 4-10pm at Bob’s Big Boy Northridge located at 8876 Corbin Ave. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/165520048066705/

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STOCKTON CA: CLASSIC CAR & HOT ROD MEET & GREET: Cruise takes place on the 1st Friday night of the month. Cruise located at 4343 N Ashley Ln. Cruise runs from 5-9pm/ See cool classic cars. East good food. Food and drinks available at Heritage Dining. All are welcome to attend.

SAN DIMAS CA: CLASSIC CAR CRUISE NIGHT: Cruise takes place on the 1st Friday night of each month. Cruise is held at the Via Verde Plaza located at 1190 Via Verde. Cruse runs from 3-8pm. Open event, no trophies, no registration fees and plenty of parking on-site. Restaurants and businesses will be open. No burnout, no loud engine revving and no loud music. Keep a safe distance an wear a mask.

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SAN LEANDRO CA: ORIGINAL MEL’S SAN LEANDRO CRUISE NIGHTS: Cruise takes place every 2nd Friday night. Cruise runs from 4-9pm. Cruise is held at 150 Hisperian Blvd.

SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE-IN’S: CONCORD CA: CARS, COFFEE & BIKES: Cruise is held every Saturday morning from 10am –1pm. Cruise is held at Perfect Brew & Juice located at 1776 Arnold Industrial Way Ste A. Parking lot event. Masks and Social Distancing in effect.

BONITA CA: Bonita Cars & Coffee, The BCC: Bonita Cars & Coffee, The BCC, every Saturday morning, 7 A.M. to 9 A.M., Rain or Shine, Vons Shopping Center, at Bonita Donuts located at 4414 Bonita Road, Bonita. Open to all makes, all models, all years welcomed, please adhere to social distancing and wearing masks for the safety of all. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/707808933213420/

1st SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE-IN’S: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA: CARS AND COFFEE: Hosted by the GOOMBAH’s Car Club benefitting The Family Giving Tree. Cruise is held on the 1st Saturday morning of each month. Cruise runs from 7-9am. Cruise is held at the KRISPY KREME & COSTCO located at 2146 Leghorn St (Rendstorff & 101). Everyone is welcome. For more info go to www.goombahcarclub.com or INSTAGRAM @goombahs_cc

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ORLAND CA: CAR SHOW & BREAKFEST BUFFET: Takes place on the 1st Saturday morning of each month. Located at 7544 Cutting Ave. Cruise runs from 8-11am

FAIRFIELD CA: JELLY BELLY CARS AND COFFEE: Cruise takes place on the 1st Saturday morning of each month. Cruise runs from 9am – 12noon. Cruise held at the Jelly Belly factory located at 1 Jelly Belly Lane.

ALAMEDA CA: CARS & COFFEE ALAMEDA: Cruise is held on the 1st Saturday morning of the month thru Nov. Cruise runs from 8-10am. Cruise is held at the Greer Family Mortuary located at 2694 Blanding Ave.

EL SEGUNDO CA: 1ST SATURDAY CRUISE-INS: Event held on the 1st Saturday morning of each month, at the Zimmerman Automotive Driving Museum located at 610 Lairport Rd. Cruise runs from 9am – 12noon. Coffee & pastries, awards. FREE event for spectators, classic cars and collectors. Donations requested. For more info go to www.theadm.org

LODI CA: CENTRAL CLASSICS N’ CUSTOMS CARS & COFFEE MEET: Cruise takes place on the first Saturday morning of each month. Cruise is held at Starbucks located at 514 W Kettleman, (Kettlemean & Hutchens). Cruise runs from 7-11am.

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SAN JOSE CA: RONNIE’S MORNING GET TOGETHER: Cruise is held on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Cruise runs from 7:30-10am. Cruise is held at the STARBUCKS parking lot located at 1815 Hillsdale Ave. Free Coffee & Donuts if you arrive early (tips appreciated).

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LOS GATOS CA: CLASSIC CRUISING: Cruising every Saturday Night starting at 7pm. Cruise is on unless it rains. Cruise is held at Classic Burgers of Los Gatos at 15737 Los Gatos

SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S :

NORTHRIDGE CA: CLASSIC CARS & COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise takes place every Sunday morning year round. Cruise is held at BOBS BIG BOY located at 8876 Corbin Ave at Nordhoff. Enter off Shirley Ave. Cruise runs from 7-10am. Free Event. Celebrating classics on Sunday mornings

NEWPORT BEACH CA: CARS AND BRUNCH: Join us every Sunday at Chihuahua Cerveza Tap room with your classic ride. Every Sunday is a surprise of who will be there. Located at 3107 Newport Blvd, 32nd and Newport / Balboa Blvd. Find us on Instagram: Cars_and_Brunch or go to https://www.facebook.com/Cars-and-Brunch102518288320876

1st SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : NOVATO CA: MARIN COUNTY CARS AND COFFEE: Cruise takes place on the 1st Sunday of each month. Cruise is held in the Starbucks Parking lot located at 132 Vintage way. Cruise runs from 7:30-10am.

ANTIOCH CA: COFFEE n CLUTCHES: Held on the 1st Sunday morning of each month. Cruise runs from 8-10am. Cruise is held in the Starbucks parking lot at 5779 Lone Tree Way. For more info go to Coffee N Clutches on FACEBOOK or email to coffeenclutches@gmail.com

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SACRAMENTO CA: NATOMAS CARS & COFFEE: Cruise takes place on the 1st Sunday of each month. Cruise runs from 8-11am. Open to all makes and models. FREE coffee & donuts. Held at 4700 Natomas Blvd. Like and follow us on FB @ NatomasCarsandCoffee

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO CA: CLASSIC CAR SHOW: Cruise held on the 1st Sunday of each month. 949-485-9743Event being held at Marbella Plaza located at 31115 Rancho Viejo Rd Cruise starts at 9am. No registration fee. Food, crafts, coffee, sweets, beer, wine garden, tacos and margaritas

2nd SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : NAPA CA: NAPA VALLEY HOT RODS CRUISE: Cruise is held on the 2nd Sunday morning from 8-10am. Cruise is held at the NAPA Premium Outlets located at 629 Factory Stores Dr. All cars welcome.

EL CERRITO: DONUT TIME CRUISE: Cruise takes place on the 2nd Sunday morning of the month. Cruise is held at Donut Time parking lot located at 10740 San Pablo Ave. Cruise runs from 9-1am

CLAREMONT CA: RT 66 CARS & COFFEE: Cruise takes place on the 2nd Sunday morning of each month. Cruise is held at Luckys Coffee Roasters Claremont located at 665 E Claremont Blvd, Ste B. Cruise runs from 7-11am.

FREMONT CA: CLASSICS & COFFEE: Cruise takes place on the 2nd Sunday morning of the month. Cruise is held at NILES FLYING A located at 37810 Niles Blvd. Cruise runs from 711am. For more info call 925-997-5793 or email nilesflyinga@gmail.com

SUNDAY AFTERNOON CRUISE IN’S :

LOS GATOS CA: RIBS & RODS: Cruise is held every Sunday afternoon starting at 12noon. Cruise is held at The Cats located at 17533 Santa Cruz Hwy. Rib Specials. Bring what you got! Presented by The Cats.

TUESDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN:

GRANADA HILLS CA: GRANADA HILLS CRUZ-IN: Cruise is held every Tuesday night starting at 6pm. Cruise held at Carl Jr’s at Chatsworth St & Lindley Ave. We appreciate you bringing you vehicle to our cruise night. No burnout or racing. No dumping or littering. Respect the spot!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRUISEIN’S:

LOS ANGELES CA: COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise is held on Wednesday nights. Cruise runs from 79pm. Cruise is held at 9829 Venice Blvd.

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S :

CHARLESTON WV: CRUISE INN EVERY FRDAY: Cruise takes place every Friday night from 611pm. Cruise is held in the DMV lot in Hanawha City at 5707 MacCorckle Ave SE. No revving, no burnouts, don’t be dumb and pick up your trash.

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JAN 7: Lebanon TN: 12th Annual Tennessee Motorama: Event being held at the Wilson County Fairgrounds, 945 E. Baddour Pkwy. All indoor show! Rain or Shine! Open to all year models. New & used parts, Swap meet, New parts & vendors. Entry Show Vehicles $25.00. For more information call Tommy "Scooter" Williams 615-364-1828.

JAN 7: BRASELTON GA: NORTH EAST GEORGIA SWAP MEET: WINTER HOURS!!! Nobody wants to set up before the sun breaks the horizon!, so we're moving the set-up back one hour. Priority Vendor Set-up is 7-8am, Vendor General Admission is 8am. Event being held at Lanier Raceplex, 5301 Winder Hwy. January event is PENDING so for more information, or to be put on our monthly reminder list, call or text Brad at (706) 424-5035.

JAN 7- 8: NOVI MI: 49TH ANNUAL DETROIT SWAP MEET: Mid-West’s Largest and Oldest Indoor Winter Swap Meet. 2 Day Weekend Passes $10. Ladies and Children Under 12 Free. Over 65,000 sqft. Indoor Swap Meet Space, Hundreds of Vendor Spots (10x10 space $75.), Concessions/Beverages. Location 46100 Grand River Ave in Novi. Times Saturday 8am5pm/ Sunday 8am-1pm.

JAN 8: NORTH LAS VEGAS NV: VEGAS CAR & BIKE SWAP: Buy, sell, trade. New, used, and one -of-a-kind. Vintage, custom, one-off, and antique. British, Japanese, European, and American Big Twin. Dirt, drags, track, and street. You name it you’ll probably find it at the Vegas Car & Bike Swap. Go here to pre-register and save money by registering online. Online registration closes on Wednesday, November 30th, at midnight. All vendors, whether registered online or paying cash the day of the event, will be granted access on a first come, first served basis, beginning at 7 am. The spectator gate opens @ 8:00 a.m. $10 entry for spectators. Kids under 12 are free. The swap is located at the West Wind Drive-In Theater at 4150 W Carey Ave. For more info go to www.thecycleswap.com

JAN 8: LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH HI-PERFORMANCE SWAP MEET: This outdoor event has become world renowned for its content of antique, vintage, classic, and highperformance cars and parts for sale at bargain prices. The swap meet is a must visit for hot rod, muscle car, street rod, classic car and truck enthusiasts. The Long Beach Swap Meet has been featured on such television shows as Monster Garage, Popular Hot Roding TV, and NHRA Drag Racing Today. HOURS: 6 am to 1 pm. ADMISSION: Spectators $9 per person. PARKING: Free general parking. For more info or to be a vendor go to www.longbeachhiposwapmeet.com or call 800-762-9785

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JAN 22: STOCKTON CA: STOCKTON CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET: California mark your calendars for 2023 we start out the year in Stockton January 22nd Northern California's first Auto Swap meet & Car Show of the year. Event being held at the San Joaquin Fairgrounds. For all the info call 209-948-5307. Follow us on Instagram Sjvautoswapmeets or go to https:// www.facebook.com/StocktonSwapMeet/

JAN 27-29: GRAY TN: PERFORMANCE AUTOMOTIVE SWAP MEET: Large Selection of New & Used Parts, Oval Track, Frag Race, Muscle Car, Street Car. Additional Information raceproductions@aol.com 321-264-0408 Location Appalachian Fairground

JAN 28-29: TURLOCK CA: 56TH ANNUAL TURLOCK SWAP MEET: Classic Cars for Sale. Location Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N. Broadway. Times 7am-5pm. on Saturday 7a.m3p.m Sunday. Admission $20. Children Under 12 Free.

FEB 5: Nashville TN: 34th Stones River AACA Swap Meet: Event being held at the Nashville Fairgrounds. Times: 6:30am - 3:00pm. It's that time of year again! Get your indoor space before it's all gone. Call Tommy to get your space reserved. 615-631-3004. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1224847088373283/

FEB 11: FT WORTH TX: FORT WORTH MOTORCYCLE EXPO & SWAP MEET: Live Band, Door Prizes, Beer. Vendor Setup Friday Feb 10 2- 8p.m. Saturday Set up 6-8a.m. $100. For 10x10 Location Will Rogers Memorial Center Exhibits Building 3481 W. Lancaster Ave.

FEB 11: FT WORTH TX: FORT WORTH MOTORCYCLE EXPO & SWAP MEET: Live Band, Door Prizes, Beer. Vendor Setup Friday Feb 10 2- 8p.m. Saturday Set up 6-8a.m. $100. For 10x10 Location Will Rogers Memorial Center Exhibits Building 3481 W. Lancaster Ave.

FEB 25: GALT CA: GALT AUTO SWAP MEET & CAR SHOW: Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 25, 2023 Galt Auto swap meet & car show great venue Galt market grounds Centrally located between Stockton and Sacramento right off of Highway 99 home to one of northern California’s biggest weekday markets. Turn those old parts into cash, swap meet spaces are only $20. 10 x 30‘ on pavement. For all the info call 209-948-5307. Follow us on Instagram Sjvautoswapmeets or go to https://www.facebook.com/StocktonSwapMeet/

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MAR 11-12: Louisville KY: 56th ANNUAL KYANA AUTO SWAP MEET: Event being held at the KY Fair & Exposition Center located at 937 Phillips Lane. This is the largest indoor swap meet in the US with over a quarter million square feet under roof. A few vendors spots are still available. Call Maureen at 502-619-2917 to reserve your space. Doors open at 8:00am both day. Admission: Adults $10.00 per day, Children under 12 free. For additional information, visit http://www.kyanaswapmeet.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/people/ Kyana-Swap-Meet/100040071417169/