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1927 Ford Built by So-Cal Speed Shop Named America’s Most Beautiful Roadster

1927 Ford Built by So-Cal Speed Shop Named America’s Most Beautiful Roadster

A silver 1927 Ford beat out nine other exquisite roadsters to take home the 2012 AMBR Award at last weekend’s Grand National Roadster Show. Check out photos of all of the vehicles that competed for the award here.

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Slideshow: ‘80 Driven Deuces’ on Display at 2012 Grand National Roadster Show

Slideshow: ‘80 Driven Deuces’ on Display at 2012 Grand National Roadster Show

The 63rd Annual Grand National Roadster Show rolled into the Fairplex in Pomona, California, last weekend and the Hotrod & Restoration team was on-hand at the show to photograph some of the hundreds of unique roadsters on display, including the ones shown in this slideshow.

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Weekend Car Shows & Events Roundup

A number of car shows are being held across the country this weekend showcasing roadsters, rods, customs and muscle cars.

A number of car shows and events are being held the first weekend in February that offer shops the chance to display their latest projects, connect with new customers and support local charities, including Cars for the Cure and the Rotary CARE Car Show. Information on these eight additional events is listed here.

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Local Tech School Students to Attend 2012 HRR Trade Show

Local Tech School Students to Attend 2012 HRR Trade Show

The Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show will once again open its doors to students from local tech colleges in an effort to promote interest in the restoration hobby. The students and instructors will be allowed on the show floor during special “Future of the Industry” hours on Saturday.

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Over 25 First-Time Exhibitors Expected at 2012 Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show

Over 25 First-Time Exhibitors Expected at 2012 Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show

The 2012 Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show will feature many first-time exhibitors. Check out our list of the more than 25 companies that have never exhibited at the show before and are scheduled to exhibit this year.

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Asking Customers to Create Web Content

With all the responsibilities you have in running your business, finding time to create original content for your website, blog or social media pages can be near impossible. Maybe you should consider asking your customers to the content for you, John Jantsch suggested in a recent Duct Tape Marketing article.

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TCI Releases T-Handle Fast-Gate Shifter

TCI Releases T-Handle Fast-Gate Shifter

The new TCI T-Handle Fast-Gate Shifter features a universal design that can be mounted in virtually any three- or four-speed applications. It has stamped components and a a reverse lockout mechanism that eliminates the chance of transmission damage from accidentally shifting into reverse.

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Meguiar’s Introduces Detailer Especially for Dark-Colored Cars

Meguiar’s Introduces Detailer Especially for Dark-Colored Cars

Meguiar’s has released its new Gold Class Premium Quik Detailer, a spray-on product designed to deliver a dark, glossy finish. The detailer is formulated especially for dark-colored cars, including black.

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Editor’s Corner: Top Classic Cars of the 2011 SEMA Show

Editor’s Corner: Top Classic Cars of the 2011 SEMA Show

In this story and slideshow from November, HRR Associate Editor Ashley Smissen shared her favorite display vehicles from the 2011 SEMA Show.

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Editor’s Corner: Jesse James Talks Shop & New DVD Series for Builders

Editor’s Corner: Jesse James Talks Shop & New DVD Series for Builders

Famed custom car builder Jesse James of Austin Speed Shop sat down with HRR Associate Editor Ashley Smissen at the 2011 SEMA Show to discuss his new how-to DVD series, what’s going on with his shop and the industry in general for this November Q&A.

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