Sunday, January 30, 2011

2011 Grand National Roadster Show's AMBR Winner

Daryl Wolfswinkel's '34 Ford Roadster is the winner of the 2011 America's Most Beautiful Roadster (AMBR) award at this year's Grand National Roadster Show in Pomona, CA.
















Here's the info from the sign...




















































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Monday, January 24, 2011

SEMA Sets July 8th as “Collector Car Appreciation Day”

Annual Event Acknowledges Importance of Collection and Restoration of Classic Cars

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Councils announced July 8, 2011 as “Collector Car Appreciation Day.”  The date marks the second commemoration in what will become an annual event to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society.  SEMA and its councils are now working to secure a Congressional resolution to recognize the day’s significance.

“Last year, the United States Senate helped launch the first national Collector Car Appreciation Day by passing Senate Resolution 513 at our request,” said SEMA Vice President of Government Affairs Steve McDonald.  “As a result, thousands of Americans gathered at car cruises, parades and other events to celebrate our nation’s automotive heritage.  As we move forward, SEMA’s commitment to preserving and promoting the automotive restoration industry through its projects and programs is evident in this special day.”

S. Res. 513 was sponsored by Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus members Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) and Senator Richard Burr (R-NC).  Senators Tester and Burr have been strong advocates for the automotive hobby in Washington, and the resolution reaffirmed their understanding of the cultural importance of collector cars.  The Caucus is an informal, non-partisan group that pays tribute to America’s ever growing love affair with the car and motorsports.  The Caucus recognizes the integral role collector cars have played in fostering our nation’s appreciation for the automobile’s unique historical place in our history.   

The SAN will maintain a list of scheduled events to commemorate America’s time-tested love affair with the automobile.  Individuals, car clubs and business owners interested in publicizing events should contact Mike Dingell, Director, SEMA Action Network (SAN) at 202/783-6007, ext. 38 or miked@sema.org.  If you are unable to celebrate on July 8th, the SAN encourages events to be scheduled throughout the month of July.

Please forward this Alert to your fellow car enthusiasts.  Urge them to join the SAN and help defend the hobby!

     
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Monday, January 10, 2011

24th Annual Vista Burger Run

24th Annual Vista Burger Run - held at the Pepper Tree Frosty in Vista, CA on January 8th, 2011.

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