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Rare Cars Bring in Over $41 Million at Mecum Spring Classic Auction

By Ashley Smissen , May 27, 2010 in News & Events

: This ’63 Harley J Earl Corvette was the top-selling vehicle.

: This ’70 Hemi Challenger brought in $750,000.

: The third top-selling vehicle was this ’66 Shelby Cobra Roadster.

Over 1,000 vehicles crossed the auction block last week at Mecum’s 23rd annual Original Spring Classic Auction in Indianapolis. This included an eclectic mix of classic muscle cars, race cars and trucks. According to Mecum, the total gross sales for the five-day auction totaled $41.7 million!

Time Is Running Out to Be Part of Show ‘N Shine at 2010 NHRA Hot Rod Reunion

By Ashley Smissen , April 14, 2010 in News & Events, Rod Shops

NHRA Hot Rod Reunion Producer Tony Thacker (right) presents Larry Frederick with the Best Classic Award for his 1962 Chevy Bel Air hardtop during the 2009 Reunion. The car ended up taking home three additional awards, including the inaugural Gary Anderson Attention to Detail Award.

Every year hundreds of cars, ranging from muscle cars, rods and trucks, to classics and customs, drive in from across the country to participate in the annual hot rod pilgrimage to the SoffSeal Show ’N Shine at the 8th Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion. This year’s event takes place June 18-20 at Beech Bend Raceway Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Contenders are selected from various categories including Classic, Classic Chevy 1955-1957, Custom, Hot Rod, Memory Lane, Muscle Car, Pro Street, Rat Rod, Street Rod, and Trucks.

This year, the competition will be fierce, as the 10 Best of the Best winners, as well as the Top 50 entries from the Reunion, will be invited to the 56th Annual Mac Tools U.S. Nationals (Sept. 1-6) at O’Reilly Raceway Park at Indianapolis.

Gallery: Fun Times at the 2010 HRR Trade Show!

By Ashley Smissen , April 6, 2010 in News & Events, Photo Galleries

While the 2010 Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show offered a lot of great opportunities for networking, talking shop and making business deals, there certainly was enough time for attendees and exhibitors to have a lot of fun! Here’s a small sampling of the good times had at this year’s show!

Video: Rob Ida Concepts Takes the 'Vanishing Point' Challenger to the HRR Trade Show

By Ashley Smissen , April 6, 2010 in News & Events, Videos

Rob Ida Concepts displayed several cars at the recent Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show, including the 1970 Dodge Challenger “Vanishing Point,” a Featured Vehicle in the March 2010 issue of Hotrod & Restoration.

The Rob Ida Concepts team took the Challenger around Indianapolis, shooting video of that late-night trip and the car’s time on the showroom floor, which includes an interview with David Kidd of “Vanishing Point” paint supplier Planet Color and demonstrations of the car’s coolest features, like its card-swipe entry system.

2010 Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show Is a Success!

By Ashley Smissen , March 16, 2010 in News & Events, Photo Galleries

The 12^th Annual Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show, held last week at the Indianapolis Convention Center, proved to be a big hit with both exhibitors and attendees, with attendance numbers up for both.

The show hosted 40 successful manufacturer’s seminars during the Education and Training Day on Thursday; and two days on the show floor filled with business, networking and exciting events.

Here’s a quick look at what went on during show, which is the only trade show exclusively for the hot rod, street rod, muscle car and classic truck markets. Check out the May issue of Hotrod & Restoration for complete coverage of the show!

Jack Roush Presented With Robert E. Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award

By Ashley Smissen , March 16, 2010 in Industry Voices, News & Events

Jack Roush (center) is joined on stage to recieve his award by (from left) Bobit President Ty Bobit, Petersen Automotive Museum Director Dick Messer, HRR Group Publisher Travis Weeks and Car Crazy TV Host Barry Meguiar.

On Friday, March 12, Jack Roush became the eighth recipient of the prestigious Robert E. Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award during the Grand Opening Breakfast of the 12^th annual Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show. Roush accepted the award in front of nearly 1,000 hot rod and restoration industry members at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis.

Last-Minute Details for a Successful Show!

By Ashley Smissen , March 8, 2010 in News & Events

The Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show is just days away! The attendance is looking high and exhibitors are up 25 percent from last year! Here are a few tips and details for a successful and smooth show.

Only One Day Left to Register Online for the HRR Trade Show!

By Ashley Smissen , March 5, 2010 in News & Events

Attendees who would like to register online for the 2010 Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show must do so by tomorrow, Saturday, March 6^th. After online registration closes, attendees will still be able to register on-site at the show.

Getting Around & Going Out in Indianapolis

By Ashley Smissen , March 4, 2010 in News & Events

All photos courtesy of Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association

The Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show welcomes you to Indianapolis! This City Guide can be a useful tool in guiding you around the bustling downtown of the Circle City. From top-rated restaurants to happening nightlife, Indy has something for everyone to keep them busy before and after trade show hours—all within walking distance to our show hotels.

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Still Time to Register to Attend the HRR Trade Show

By Devlin Smith , February 26, 2010 in E-News, News & Events

Don't miss out on this year's Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show! Register now!

The Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show takes place March 11–13 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. Though the show is just around the corner, there is still time to register for your free pass to the show.