Henderson, Nevada, is a premier resort destination which is central to three of the greatest man-made attractions in the world—the neon of the Las Vegas Strip, the splendor of the Hoover Dam and the tranquility of Lake Mead. It is also the location of Southern Nevada’s largest car show, located in the Historic Water Street District.

The 14th annual Super Run Classic Car Show will be held Thursday, September 26 through Sunday, September 29. It is open to all years, makes, and models of classic vehicles and registration is only $50 prior to Monday, September 9. There will be up to $15,000 in cash prizes awarded to participants. Space is limited to the first 1,000 entries so submit your registration ASAP!

The Super Run is a giant celebration of America’s love for classic cars and music. Whether it’s a sock hop-bound Chevy Bel Air or a Pontiac Trans Am blasting ‘80s rock, the stars are the automobiles.

Over 100,000 people flock from across the nation to witness the display. Gears heads get the chance to show off their street rods and compete for a chance to win cash prizes and more than 250 awards. Burnout, roaring engines, and slow drags contests add to the excitement of the weekend. In addition, Super Run features special concerts by award-wining entertainers for all to enjoy.

A number of Henderson resorts are offering special Super Run rates, including this year’s host property, Fiesta Henderson Hotel & Casino. For a list of participating hotels, please refer to VisitHenderson.com. When making reservations, be sure to mention the designated booking code.

To obtain a Super Run application or more information on the entire event, please visit VisitHenderson.com, or call the city of Henderson Cultural Arts & Tourism Department at (877) 775-5252.

 Pontiac died on April 26, 2009.

 What are your memories of the week?

 Magnificent and serene Kansas City, Missouri, turns into a car collector’s paradise twice a year when Mecum Auctions comes to town. Last weekend, April 25-27, the Kansas City Convention Center was transformed into that dream location with 735 cars spread across the gleaming floor of beautiful Bartle Hall. With 446 cars selling over the three-day period for a 61 percent sell-through rate, the enduring auction brought a strong $9.6 million total.

Lot                   Year      Make              Model                 Color                           High Bid

S125.1           1970     PONTIAC       GTO JUDGE       POLAR WHITE         $51000

S138               1967     PONTIAC       GTO                       SILVER                         $41000

S160               1965     PONTIAC       GTO                       FONTAINE BLUE     $37000

S189.1           1965     PONTIAC       GTO conv.         RED                               $43000

S194               1966     PONTIAC       GTO conv.         BLACK                         $35000

For access to complete auction results and other member benefits, sign up for the free InfoNet service offered at www.Mecum.com.

Mecum’s next auction is just around the corner with the original, largest and best muscle car auction returning to Indianapolis this May 14-19 with Dana Mecum’s 26th Original Spring Classic at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. To consign a vehicle or to pre-register to bid at one of Mecum Auctions’ upcoming events, visit www.Mecum.com or call (262) 275-5050.

Dart LS Next Quick Specs

• 9.240in deck height


• Cylinders extended by .375in (effective deck height 9.615in)


• Stock & aftermarket LS components utilized


• Available in standard 4.000in & 4.125in bore sizes (4.200in maximum)


• Manufactured in US using premium cast iron

In Dart’s dyno room on April 4, their new LS Next block was undergoing its final stages of testing before making its production debut.  “It produced 740hp @ 7,000rpm,” said its creator Richard Maskin “and it sustained 700hp for a long way.” Configured with 4.155in bore and 4in stroke the 434cu in test engine made 600ft lbs of torque.

Introduced by General Motors in 1997, the purpose of Dart’s LS replacement block is to exploit greater potential from the engine, particularly in the reduction of windage and improved lubrication.

To keep the tests simple and meaningful Dart used a distributor and a carburetor. In so doing they isolated the effects of modern ignition, fuel injection, and electronics from the equation. “It’s got a mechanical roller camshaft in it,” said Richard, “because I wanted to be able to rev it to 8,000rpm with the existing springs. It makes over 690hp @ 8,000rpm. It has a real flat power curve emphasizing its suitability for street use. It’s got a small cam in it, 255/265. It’s got our Cathedral-port heads, GM intake manifold, and a conventional-looking oil pan. It has, however, 12:1 compression ratio.”

To monitor the oil level during testing, a sight gauge was installed on the side of the engine. Because the lubrication system was altered significantly, an external pump was used for ease of adjustability. “When we started out we had too much pressure, so we had to constantly change the bypass spring till we got it functioning within the appropriate range. Now we have the final specification for a stock-style pump.”

Dart felt there was little to be gained by putting an efficient oil pan on the stock block because of its reputation for excessive windage and numerous oil leaks in the crankcase. “You can minimize some of the leaks with lifter bushings in the stock block, but there is still excessive leakage around the main bearings.”

For the new LS Next block, Moroso will produce a full kick-out dry-sump pan, similar to that used in Pro Stock. In the meantime by adapting an existing dry-sump oil pan for testing purposes, Dart charted an engine power increase of 25hp average. Compared with the stock block, which tends to pickup around 10hp, these results were encouraging.

Lastly, Dart’s LS Next block employs 350-style upper main bearing shells, and bearing manufacturer Clevite is currently producing the initial 1,000 sets. Importantly the new bearings accommodate the stock crank. Reassuringly, Dart’s new LS Next block accepts all the stock components including, pistons, front cover, rear cover, cylinder heads, top plate, and so on—everything is designed to accommodate stock LS parts, except the oil pan.
 

 Welcome Gearheads!

 It's warming up and Holley is out on the road. Make sure you come and see them at the Holley trailer at the following events.

May:
(5/3-5) NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Southern Nationals - Commerce, GA
(5/3-5) NSRA Street Rod Nationals South Plus - Knoxville, TN
(5/16-19) Cruisin' Ocean City - Ocean City, MD
(5/17-19) NHRA Kansas Nationals - Topeka, KS
(5/30-6/2) NHRA Toyota Summernationals - Englishtown, NJ

June:
(6/1-8)) HOT ROD Power Tour!! - Various Locations
(6/13-15) Holley Hot Rod Reunion - Bowling Green, KY
More to come!

 If you're new to the Pontiac hobby, you may not know exactly where to find the two-letter block code, which designates your engine's original application.

 It's usually stamped on the face of the block to the left of the water pump.

It's much easier to see when the engine block is cleaned, as shown here.

So Pontiac sleuths, what kind of car did the Pontiac code-XF block in the photo originally come in?

Special thanks to engine builder John Lombardi for providing this photo.

 Check out Auto Meter and it's new line of high-performance gauges!

Powered by race hardened, high precision internals developed from 56 years of competition experience, GT Series gauges are equipped with cutting edge, white LED illumination to maximize visibility in all conditions. Fitted matte black bezels minimize cockpit glare while aircraft inspired dials constructed from real carbon fiber clearly communicate mission critical data.  Available in multiple configurations for optimal deployment in applications ranging from hot rods, muscle cars, diesel trucks and modern street/race machines, GT Series gauges from Auto Meter are equal parts street fighter and stealth fighter, ready for battle.

Who's watching your six?
 

 Drag racing fans remember the famous 1966 GeeTO Tiger from Royal Pontiac of Royal Oaks, MI. Dressed up in his tiger suit, the mystery driver would challenge fans to a match race in identically prepared '66 Pontiac GTOs. It was the brainchild of promotion-minded Jim Wangers and it was a huge hit with the fans. Sometimes, to their delight, the Tiger wouldn't win.

The identically prepared Royal Pontiac GTOs toured the Midwest and made 17 appearances in 1966. It ended with the Royal GTOs making a final run

at the National in Indianapolis.

Today, Jim Wangers is still promoting Pontiac and the famous GeeTO Tiger. The two of them make appearances across the country, thrilling drag racing fans everywhere.
*    Pre-painted GeeTO Tiger figure
*    Detail Pontiac V-8 with tri-carb intake
*    Choice of different decal versions

The product number is 85-4037. The price is $24.99

About the North American Road Racing Association:

In the business of entertainment as well as racing, the North American Road Racing Association's aim is to create the most spectacular events for drivers, teams, series, manufacturers, sponsors and fans. From three day national spectator events at premium venues to OEM driving experiences and one-off celebrity races, NARRA offers a full range of motorsport services including series and event sanctioning, management and promotion, publicity and in-house broadcast video production. Home to high-end, high-performance sports cars for over 19 years, NARRA is known for camaraderie as well as competition. NARRA caters to every skill level, from novice to professional and allows participants to rise through its own ranks, from the US Performance Driver Education program with personal instruction to the Whelen US TimeTrial Championship and US GT Championship. NARRA also sanctions and manages the SRT Viper Cup and Radical Cup USA series.
 
The US Performance Driver Education program is a highly regarded driving school, as perfect for race track first-timers as it is for experienced track-day drivers. Classroom sessions teach informative curriculum, while instructors experienced with high-horsepower cars guide students around the track from the passenger seat. Many instructors are current or former semi-pro and pro racers.

Bridging the gap between driver-ed and wheel-to-wheel racing, the Whelen US TimeTrial Championship offers drivers a national time-trial championship with contingencies, trophies and exposure equal to any racing series. The series attracts top tuning houses and time-attack teams from across the country because of its high-level competition, and no-holds-barred unlimited class.

Fielding as many as 47 cars, the US GT Championship is rapidly becoming the largest high performance GT racing series in the USA. Amateur and semi-pro drivers race against the might of professional drivers and factory teams for glory, contingencies and exposure. Cars are placed in to four classes based on power-to-weight ratio, including an unlimited class allowing the country's fastest cars to compete. Visit www.NARRAonline.com.

 After 30 years of servicing the largest OEMs handling vehicle prep, transport and logistics with white-glove care and concierge level customer service, L.A. Prep’s fleet of spotless all-white transporters now offer specialty vehicle transport to collectors and dealers nationwide.

To collectors and enthusiasts, a vehicle is more than a car – it’s an investment, a cherished treasure, a piece of rolling sculpture and an expression of who they are.  When the need to transport a vehicle arises – from attending a concours or track event to bringing home the latest find from an auction – moving the vehicle from point A to point B simply isn’t enough, it’s vital the car is moved with discretion and care and the owner knows where their prized possession is at all times. This also applies to the largest car brands in the world, and is why they have relied upon L.A. Prep for vehicle prep, transport and staging for three decades. Now collectors, enthusiasts and dealers can benefit from the same level of customer service and care the OEMs have used for years – ensuring that your car will show up on time and in the same condition you left it.

Building upon its 30 years of experience working with top automobile manufacturers, ad agencies, and production companies, L.A. Prep has expanded its services to now include private vehicle transportation.  Not content with being just another vehicle transportation company, L.A. Prep is focused on providing a unique, customer-focused experience that emphasizes security, discretion, and attention to detail.  With service extras like real-time tracking through a secure website, L.A. Prep goes the extra mile to ensure that their customers are always up to date on where their car is and when it is due to arrive.

L.A. Prep’s entirely company-owned fleet is made up of 20 haulers ranging from one-car to ten-car open and enclosed trailers.  This wide range of options allows for the flexibility to undertake everything from cross-town deliveries to cross-country hauls, always having the right tool for the job.  The flagship trucks of the fleet are the custom-built Peterbilt tractors and 53-foot Kentucky lift-gate trailers.  Equipped with hydraulic internal ramps, these lift-gate trailers can accommodate everything from the largest SUVs to the lowest-profile sports cars with ease.  They also feature integrated oil drip pans to prevent any potential fluid leaks from the vehicles on the top rack from getting on the vehicles on the lower rack.  All of L.A. Prep’s transporters are thoroughly cleaned inside and out after every trip and given a full detail treatment every few months so that their transporters are as sparklingly clean as the vehicles they carry.

Safety, security, and discretion are among the top priorities for L.A. Prep.  Drawing upon their experience transporting highly-sensitive clay models, concept cars, and pre-production prototypes, L.A. Prep knows how to keep sensitive vehicles safe and away from prying eyes.  All vehicles awaiting transport are stored in one of L.A. Prep’s secure facilities until they are ready to be loaded.  Additionally, all transporters run the minimal signage allowing vehicles to be picked up, transported, and dropped off in the most discrete way possible.  All shipments are also covered by a minimum $2.5 million insurance policy, so there is never a worry of a load being inadequately covered.  Whether transporting cars to events, shows, dealerships, or other destinations across the country, L.A. Prep has the tools and highly-skilled employees to get the job done right.  

In 1973, NASCAR celebrated its 25th year in a big way. Nine silver 1973 Pontiac Grand Ams were gifted in honor of NASCAR’s “silver” anniversary. According to Barrett-Jackson, which has previously auctioned this car, they were taken from track-to-track and used as pace cars. All nine cars had red interiors, automatic transmissions, and 400 cubic inch V8 engines under the hood.

The pictured Grand Am, which is believed to be the only surviving member of the nine-car lot, will again be up for auction this coming weekend at Mecum Auctions in Kansas City, Missouri. Making it an even greater find is that it reportedly features extremely low mileage (although the exact number is unlisted). State of Florida records have confirmed that it was under NASCAR ownership when it was new.

Stay tuned for an update after the gavel falls.

Recently we wrote to tell you about pending legislation in Florida that would change regulations regarding ethanol-infused gasoline. As previously mentioned, ethanol can be responsible for the deterioration of plastic, metals, and rubber, especially in pre-model year 2001 vehicles as well as the corrosion of aftermarket performance parts. H.B. 4001 Legislation recognizes that ethanol use can cause more frequent breakdowns and significantly reduce the life span of a vehicle. The bill is seeking to repeal the requirement that fuel sold in Florida contain a 9-10 percent blend of ethanol or equivalent.

We also included an email list of Florida representatives and asked you, the readers, to help support H.B. 4001. All of your hard work has paid off, as the house version has passed with a vote of 77 to 39. The bill will now be considered by two Florida Senate committees, the Environmental Preservation and Conservation and the Communications, Energy, and Public Utilities Committees. Again, we’re asking you to show your support and send emails backing H.B. 4001 and its goal to remove the ethanol requirement.

Also be sure to send a copy of your email to Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org and encourage your friends to do the same. More information is available at www.semasan.com.

dean.charles.web@flsenate.gov
abruzzo.joseph.web@flsenate.gov
altman.thad.web@flsenate.gov
bullard.dwight.web@flsenate.gov
gardiner.andy.web@flsenate.gov
grimsley.denise.web@flsenate.gov
latvala.jack.web@flsenate.gov
simpson.wilton.web@flsenate.gov
soto.darren.web@flsenate.gov
flores.anitere.web@flsenate.gov
garcia.rene.web@flsenate.gov
abruzzo.joseph.web@flsenate.gov
bean.aaron.web@flsenate.gov
evers.greg.web@flsenate.gov
gibson.audrey.web@flsenate.gov
hukill.dorothy.web@flsenate.gov
simpson.wilton.web@flsenate.gov
smith.chris.web@flsenate.gov

  The Eastwood Company, a pioneer in the DIY-auto restoration market, is celebrating its 35th anniversary. To kick off the celebration, Eastwood has launched an all new interactive website featuring hundreds of how-to videos, its new Shop Talk podcast hosted by Kevin Tetz, live-stream product demonstrations, free technical articles and much more. In addition to the new website, Eastwood’s retail store, in Pottstown, PA, is being re-launched with a grand re-opening celebration from April 19th – 28th. During the store re-opening, Eastwood is hosting free hands-on training classes covering topics such as welding and automotive refinishing. All visitors to the retail store who bring out their collector vehicle during the grand re-opening celebration will receive a free gift and exclusive discounts.

Founded in 1978, Eastwood was a pioneer in the DIY auto restoration hobby, making many tools and chemicals previously difficult for the home hobbyist to find more accessible. Through its many industry-first innovative products like Powder Coating and Media Blasters, Eastwood has helped DIY auto enthusiasts and professional shops restore, modify and customize their vehicles by offering the tools and supplies needed to “Do The Job Right”. Starting in the home garage, of founder Curt Strohacker, Eastwood is now a dynamic multi-channel company that continues to innovate new products and utilize technology to share its wealth of knowledge with visitors. “Eastwood was founded on a simple principle of offering quality products at affordable prices”, said Curt Strohacker, Eastwood Founder. “By sharing our knowledge of the hobby, we are able to educate others to help ensure their projects turn out great!”

In addition to sharing its knowledge with its visitors, Eastwood has also partnered up with local technical schools to assist with educating students that are pursuing careers in the automotive field. Students from the Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center, in Limerick, PA, have toured the Eastwood facility with hands-on demonstrations of powder coating and metal fabrication tools. Eastwood employees have served as judges, for several activities, at the Western Center and instructors from the Western Center will be involved with the welding and auto refinishing classes at Eastwood’s grand re-opening event.

Eastwood markets unique tools and supplies for repair, restoration, and modification of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Founded in 1978, Eastwood constantly strives to develop new products to serve the home automotive hobbyist, as well as individuals and organizations focused on the restoration and preservation of automobiles and motorcycles.

The use of ethanol, an agent found in gasoline sold at most every gas station in the country, could be going by the wayside in Florida if the Florida House of Representatives decides to pass H.B. 4001 this week. H.B. 4001 calls for a full repeal of the ethanol requirement.The Senate bill (S.B. 320) was amended to only “encourage” rather than require ethanol blends.

Most gasoline is currently rated at 10% ethanol, or E10. The issues with ethanol are pertinent to the automotive hobby. Water formation caused by ethanol use can corrode plastic, metals, and rubber, especially in pre-model year 2001 vehicles. High performance specialty parts are also susceptible to corrosion caused by ethanol-infused fuel. H.B. 4001 Legislation recognizes that ethanol use can cause more frequent breakdowns and significantly reduce the life span of a vehicle. It is important to car enthusiasts that Legislation H.B. 4001 passes!

Do your part to request support for H.B. 4001. If you have yet to do so, please contact members of the Florida House of Representatives (listed below) to voice your opinion on this important matter. Also send your email to Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org and encourage your friends to do the same. More information is available at www.semasan.com.

Swift action is needed to defend the hobby. Act now!

Clay.Ingram@myfloridahouse.gov;
Doug.Broxson@myfloridahouse.gov;
Matt.Gaetz@myfloridahouse.gov;
Marti.Coley@myfloridahouse.gov;
Jimmy.Patronis@myfloridahouse.gov;
Halsey.Beshears@myfloridahouse.gov;
John.Wood@myfloridahouse.gov; 
Michelle.Rehwinkel@myfloridahouse.gov;
Elizabeth.Porter@myfloridahouse.gov;
Janet.Adkins@myfloridahouse.gov;
Lake.Ray@myfloridahouse.gov; 
Reggie.Fullwood@myfloridahouse.gov;
Mia.Jones@myfloridahouse.gov;
Daniel.Davis@myfloridahouse.gov; 
Charles.McBurney@myfloridahouse.gov;
Ronald.Renuart@myfloridahouse.gov;
Travis.Cummings@myfloridahouse.gov;
Charles.VanZant@myfloridahouse.gov;
Clovis.Watson@myfloridahouse.gov;
Keith.Perry@myfloridahouse.gov;
Charlie.Stone@myfloridahouse.gov;
Dennis.Baxley@myfloridahouse.gov;
Travis.Hutson@myfloridahouse.gov;
Dave.Hood@myfloridahouse.gov; 
Dwayne.Taylor@myfloridahouse.gov; 
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Mike.Clelland@myfloridahouse.gov;
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Bryan.Nelson@myfloridahouse.gov;
Larry.Metz@myfloridahouse.gov;
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Richard.Corcoran@myfloridahouse.gov;
Will.Weatherford@myfloridahouse.gov;
Neil.Combee@myfloridahouse.gov;
Seth.McKeel@myfloridahouse.gov;
Steve.Precourt@myfloridahouse.gov;
Mike.LaRosa@myfloridahouse.gov;
Ricardo.Rangel@myfloridahouse.gov;
Steve.Precourt@myfloridahouse.gov;
Randolph.Bracy@myfloridahouse.gov;
Bruce.Antone@myfloridahouse.gov;
Linda.Stewart@myfloridahouse.gov;
Victor.Torres@myfloridahouse.gov;
Joe.Saunders@myfloridahouse.gov;
Tom.Goodson@myfloridahouse.gov;
Steve.Crisafulli@myfloridahouse.gov;
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Ross.Spano@myfloridahouse.gov;
Dana.Young@myfloridahouse.gov;
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James.Grant@myfloridahouse.gov;
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Darryl.Rouson@myfloridahouse.gov; 
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Pat.Rooney@myfloridahouse.gov;
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 Barrington Concours d’Elegance 

Date: July 12-14, 2013

Location: Makray Memorial Golf Club – Barrington, Ill.

Website: http://www.barringtonconcours.org/ and Facebook

What’s New: Seen for the first time in the Midwest - Avoins Voisins Preview from the Mullin Automotive Museum; Duesenbergs Exhibit, plus renowned authority, Randy Ema, on-hand; Indy Car Exhibit, with famed race drivers Bobby Rahal and Don Devine; Celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Porsche 911 -cars hail from Porsche museum in German;  Corvette’s 50th anniversary with several rare vehicles on display; Collection of antique military vehicles and motorcycles; Wheelmen exhibit - antique bicycles from the 1880s-1890s; and special awards honoring: Randy Ema; Bob McKee, auto designer and pioneer; Bob Shaw, car builder; Lou Natenshon, Pat Morse, Carl Edwards and Bill Siegfriedt – longtime commitment to the Auto Historica in Highland Park, Ill.;  Barrington Concours Art Exhibition

Proceeds Benefiting: Barrington Area Conservation Trust

]Orange County Collector Car and Motorcycle Week, featuring the celebrated Dana Point Concours d’Elegance

Date: June 21-13, 2013

·Location: St. Regis Monarch Beach, Dana Point, Calif.

Website: http://www.danapointconcours.org/, Facebook and @DPointConcours

What’s New: First ever, Rallye Basilone Historic Tour at Camp Pendleton, plus celebrating the  anniversary of Harley-Davidson; 100th anniversaries of the Duesenberg and the Aston Martin; 50th anniversary of the Porsche 911; and the 25th  anniversary of the BMW M3

Proceeds Benefiting these Charities: The Semper Fi Fund, MARSOC Foundation and the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation

Press Release:

Al’s Liner Professional Series DIY Window Tint Kits – No Previous Installation Experience Needed to Obtain Excellent Results

Al's Liner now offers professional grade automotive tint in a DIY Window Film Kit. No previous installation experience is necessary to obtain excellent results. Tint kits are available for side windows, and rear windows. Al’s is a true black film, not blue, and is available in three tint shades. Al’s DIY Window Tint is made in the USA with high quality dye and Weather Resistant Polyesters for durability, and fade resistance. Film blocks up to 99% of harmful UV rays, is scratch resistant, and utilizes Sure Grip Adhesive to prevent blistering over time. Al’s DIY Tint provides the same qualities and physical properties as professional series films installed by Automotive Tint Shops, and is backed by a lifetime warranty which exceeds that offered many installation facilities. Al’s Liner also offers a Squeegee and Knife Kit to assist with window tint installation. For more information go to: http://www.alsliner.com/diyfilm or call (800) 999-6841. 

Pontiac Heaven has moved to Firebird Raceway in Chandler, AZ.

The new dates are May 3-5 2013.

 For more info go to www.Pontiacheaven.org

Press Release from Carlisle Events: 

Carlisle Events Visits the Next Generation of Automotive Enthusiasts

Young Enthusiasts and Carlisle Staff Talk Shop

The question is frequently posed at Carlisle Events, both in the office and onsite during shows, as to who is the next generation of automotive enthusiast.  2011 data highlights the fact that 71% of everyone who comes to Carlisle ranges between 35-55.  Carlisle Performance & Style was long looked at as a stepping stone show, one where a younger audience would get a taste of the hobby, then advance their passions to one of the ten other offerings at Carlisle.  With an aging demographic and numbers that indicate each show’s audience generally remains loyal to their show of choice, Carlisle has taken steps to foster the growth of the hobby, including an onsite visit recently by staff members to a local vo-tech school.

On Thursday, March 14, Carlisle Events co-owners Bill Miller and Lance Miller along with event managers Ken Appell and Ed Buczeskie traveled to nearby Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania and the Cumberland Perry Vocational-Technical School.  As part of their visit, Carlisle staffers interacted with students and their instructor.  The session covered topics like the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow and Carlisle’s new Next Generation Program. 

The Next Generation program, new to Carlisle, is limited to 25 participants and is open to students age 13-20.  Next Generation is also part of multiple events at Carlisle, including Carlisle Performance & Style, Carlisle Import & Kit Nationals, Carlisle Ford Nationals, Carlisle GM Nationals, Carlisle Chrysler Nationals and Corvettes at Carlisle.  During each show weekend, participants receive free admission, behind the scenes access, special seating for seminars, private meet and greet sessions with guests and experts, lunch, front row seating for burnouts, beauty and so much more. 

Hot Rodders of Tomorrow is a national program with regional qualifying events (one is held at Carlisle) where high school students tear down and reassemble a Chevy small block engine as fast and as accurately as possible.  Students win scholarship money for participating, even more for placing within the top three and each regional winner advances to the national finals.  This not only promotes team building, but also encourages students to become further involved with the hobby. 

In addition to one-on-one time with staff and students at the vo-tech school, a Q&A session was held where students could pick the brains of the “experts” who were part of their class.  Carlisle staff was able to provide them with background on the company, what goes into planning an event and what they (the students) can do to be part of events going forward, either as a patron passing through the gates or an enthusiast showing a collector car.

"The collector car hobby is aging as a whole; it's a fact and we see it during our events," said co-owner Lance Miller.  "During many of our in house meetings the subject of how to get the younger generations involved often comes up.  At one point, we tasked our team with figuring out ways to reach out to the younger generations in order to help educate them on the collector car hobby and to encourage them to be more involved."  Miller continued, "Our team felt it was important to reach out to various local schools and get in front of them to share all that we have to offer.  In doing just that with Cumberland Perry Vo-Tech, we were able to hear what the next generation is thinking and better explain to them how they can be involved."  Miller concluded, "I'd like to take this opportunity to encourage other schools that might have interest in having our team provide some automotive motivational talks to reach out.  We'd be happy to spend some time with them."

www.CarlisleEvents.com

Press Release from Champion:

Champion “Classic & Muscle Motor Oil” to Participate in 2013 Great Race

 Champion Oil, a recognized leader in purpose-built lubricants and annual corporate sponsor of the Great Race, is participating with three teams of drivers in a vintage and collector car competitive rally that follows North to South the Mississippi River.

The winner of Great Race receives $50,000 and total prize money for the event is $150,000. This year the Great Race starts in St. Paul, MN. From there, it will run South with overnights in Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi, towards its finish line at Mobile, Alabama. In all, the race will cover 2,100 miles, cross into 10 states in 9 days, and afford numerous sights and crossings over the Mississippi River.

The Great Race, presented by Hemmings Motor News and Coker Tire, is an automotive competition based on precision driving and navigational skills in classic, antique and vintage automobiles. The competition, which was founded in 1983, contains numerous timed endurance rally stages. Vehicle entries must have been manufactured in 1969 or earlier with a competition crew of a driver and a navigator in each competing vehicle. For more information on the Great Race visit http://www.greatrace.com

“Champion and our “Classic and Muscle” Motor oil are proud to support The Great Race, which combines the accuracy in calculation and rally skills with an appreciation of historic automobiles,” said Karl Dedolph, Director of Racing and Performance Products. “Being named the official motor oil is a great tribute to our “Purpose Built” lubricant technology formulated for protection and performance. 

Champion’s “Classic & Muscle” Motor Oil is built specifically to meet the lubrication demands of hot rod, street rod, classic and muscle car engines, especially those using flat tappet and roller cams operating at high RPMs and requiring high-pressure valve springs. To meet these demands, Champion utilizes its premium ZDDP anti-wear protection package, which contains a unique balance of chemistry that includes high levels of zinc and phosphorus. In addition, all Champion “Classic & Muscle” Motor Oils contain an exclusive TVS® (Thermal Viscosity Stabilizer) technology. This proprietary technology delivers unmatched film strength at high temperature, better piston ring seal for maximum compression, and increases horsepower and torque in most engines.

http://www.championsusechampion.com

 Press Release From Carlisle Events:

Experience a High Performance GM Event in 2013 at Carlisle

Over 100 Years of Automotive History on Display with Guests, Seminars and More

CARLISLE, PA – There are not many automotive companies operating today that can tout a century of automotive excellence.  General Motors is one brand that can say that and more!  The GM lineage will be on full display at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds as part of the Carlisle GM Nationals, June 21-23.  This event will once again bring together all cars under the GM umbrella for a one-of-a-kind celebration that will include special guests, special displays, historically significant cars, family fun and at least two Hall of Fame racers.

 Droves of enthusiasts will flock to Carlisle to experience the vast showfield and spectacular displays.  Within Building Y, patrons can experience the Turbo Buick 35th Anniversary.  This feature highlights some of the best Turbo Regal, T-Type, Grand National, GNX or any other Turbo Buick cars from 1978-1987 and, most importantly, showcases the “six with kick.”  In addition to this 35th anniversary display, Dennis Kirban will be onsite.  Kirban is a legendary Turbo Buick and Hurst memorabilia collector.  His visit to Carlisle not only allows him to intermingle with Turbo Buick enthusiasts, but also allows him to present a pair of free seminars on Saturday of event weekend.  Since 1987, Kirban has been a go-to source for Turbo Buick parts, advice and even the cars themselves.  His appearance combined with the Turbo Buick display give even more automotive options to anyone at the GM Nationals.

 In addition to the Turbo Buicks, there will be a High-Performance showroom, focusing on some of the rarest, fastest and most beautiful cars around.  Building G, located outside of Gate 1 on the west side of the grounds, plays host to several HI-PO's, including a special nod towards the high-performance Buick models that hit the streets during the Muscle Car era.  As cars that go fast go, the weekend will also include drag racing at nearby Quarter Aces Drag-O-Way, the return of Cacklefest with NHRA Hall of Fame racer Bruce Larson and a special visit from NASCAR Hall of Fame racer Bobby Allison.  The racing takes place Friday, Cacklefest is Friday and Saturday and Allison will be onsite for a limited time Saturday only.   All told, the GM weekend embraces fast cars and great American engineering.

 Other aspects of the GM Nationals include a great display of Barn Finds, RC racing for the young enthusiasts, a burnout competition, beauty contest and participant judging.  Pre-registration is open now and a 10% discount is available through May 20.  Finally, event manager Tyler Staley is working to include test drives as part of the weekend.  If successful in securing this feature into the weekend, it would be available for three days, giving anyone interested in doing so the chance to get behind the wheel of the latest and greatest products from GM.  Test drives are free with admission to the event. 

 www.CarlisleEvents.com

Press Release form EyesOn Design:

EyesOn Design 2013 Summer Series of Automotive Events Announced

The 26th annual EyesOn Design Automotive Design Exhibition will be held on Father's Day, Sunday June 16, 2013 at the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan. EyesOn Design is unique among auto shows in celebrating design, rather than vehicle rarity, restoration or celebrity ownership.

Theme: Revolution over Evolution - highlighting revolutionary advances in automotive design.

Exhibits for 2013 include Classics, Hot Rods, Thunderbirds, Chris-Craft wooden pleasure boats, European Exotics, Pedal Cars and a special Pure Michigan display.

EyesOn Design is a unique and affordable family experience.

Events: 

June 11 -  Media Preview Day - Edsel & Eleanor Ford House, Grosse Pte. Shores

June 14 - Vision Honored Black Tie Event honoring Wayne Cherry - GM Heritage Center

June 15 - Garage Crawl - Lingenfelter Collection, Brighton     

June 16 - Private Eyes Brunch - Edsel & Eleanor Ford House

June 16 - EyesOn Design Automotive Design Exhibition - Edsel & Eleanor Ford House

Dignitaries:

Honorary Chairman: Kevin Hunter, Calty Design - Toyota

Lifetime Design Achievement Award: Wayne Cherry, VP Design, General Motors, retired

Poster Artist/Subject: Steven Macy/1948 Tucker  

For additional details, got to:

www.eyesondesigncarshown.com

DIO Contact: Judi Dara (313) 824-4710 ext 222

Media Contact: Kathy Lightbody (313) 446-6037  

Thank you to our sponsors:

GM Design, Chrysler SRT Brand, Bridgestone, Hyundai, Michelin, The Lingenfelter Collection

 Press Release from Carlisle Events

Carlisle's Summer of Muscle to be Featured on International TV

Australian-based Program "Classic Restos" Returns for Ford, GM and Chrysler

CARLISLE, PA – The Carlisle Events season schedule has grown from four annual attractions in 1982 to 17 in 2013.  With that expansion has come copious amounts of exposure, both nationally and internationally as well as onsite audiences, both foreign and domestic.  From a feature within the US Airways magazine to a multi-year run on SPEED TV to various one-off programs in between, the Carlisle Events’ brand has been featured the world over.  This year, however, Carlisle will be showcased like never before as part of a multi-event, multi-episode filming session courtesy of Australian TV host Mark "Fletch" Fletcher and his long-running show, Classic Restos.

Fletch, as he is known by his fans, viewers and followers, returns to Carlisle for the fourth time in three years.  This time, however, he is setting up residence within the local community for nearly six weeks and will be onsite for multiple events.  In years past, Fletch has come and gone.  2011 saw him travel from his home near Sydney for the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals, while 2012 had Fletch at Carlisle for the Carlisle Ford Nationals as well as Corvettes at Carlisle.  Now, instead of multiple trips for multiple events, Fletch will travel halfway around the world for a return trip to Ford, his debut at the Carlisle GM Nationals and a revisit of his Mopar friends at Chrysler weekend.  In each instance, he'll be onsite filming what will amount to multiple episodes, all of which will air at some point in late 2013 or early 2014.  In addition, during off weeks at Carlisle, Fletch will be scouring the Cumberland Valley and beyond for unique car stories, collections and enthusiasts to feature on additional Classic Restos episodes.  His goal is to return home with at least 14 episodes, all focused around the car shows at Carlisle, local enthusiasts and the region as a whole.

The Classic Restos program is syndicated internationally, airing on networks in Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand and within the United States.  The program is available to millions of homes internationally, including 35 million in the US.  Classic Restos is additionally available online via various outlets.  In the states, Classic Restos airs on TUFF TV.  TUFF is an Atlanta-based network and has a footprint in major markets such as Philadelphia, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Orlando, Chicago, Charlotte, Oklahoma City, Nashville and Cleveland.  Later this year, the network expects to expand its multi media footprint with a presence on cable and satellite outlets as well as a larger online presence.

 "Having Fletch attend our events is a joy in itself," said Lance Miller, co-owner of Carlisle Events.  "In addition to the personal interaction, having him interview our many attendees throughout the event is just wonderful.  As a staff, we always enjoy stepping back and watching what was seen in Fletch’s eyes as he puts together his 'Classic Restos' program," continued Miller.  "It’s exciting for everyone involved and we’re happy to have him back scouring our facility.  We can't wait to share the finished product with our enthusiasts and for his audience to see what Carlisle Events is all about.  If you see him, be sure to say hi!"

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 Press Release from Mothers

Give Leather New Life with Mothers® LeatherTech™

Give Leather New Life with Mothers® LeatherTech™

Mothers® Polishes-Waxes-Cleaners is proud to introduce two all-new products for automotive leather care: LeatherTech™ Foaming Wash and LeatherTech™

Moisture Infusion Gel Cream. LeatherTech™ takes a totally new direction in interior care, featuring unique, innovative product application and luxurious, moisture-rich formulas. Your leather deserves to be treated with the same passion as the rest of your ride, and together, the deep cleansing solution and penetrating conditioner help keep it looking like new.

Dirt and dryness are the biggest enemies of a leather interior, and Mothers® LeatherTech™ Foaming Wash features a moisture-balanced foam that digs deep into any stain. As the glycerin-enriched lather is applied, an air-infused microemulsion formula uses encapsulating agents to safely dissolve and lift away dirt, leaving your leather perfectly clean, well-hydrated, and ready for conditioning.

Once clean, LeatherTech™ Moisture Infusion Gel Cream provides multi-layer hydration and anti-aging properties that take conditioning to higher level, nourishing and protecting in one simple step. Heat and sunlight can rob leather of its natural oils, but you can replenish them to preserve the luxurious look and feel, and prevent future fading, drying and cracking, and without a greasy residue.

Mothers® has developed both the LeatherTech™ Foaming Wash and LeatherTech™ Moisture Infusion Gel Cream with dedicated enthusiasts in mind. These high quality treatments with perfect moisture balance will have your leather looking and feeling its best.

Mothers® LeatherTech™ Foaming Wash, #06410 (8 oz.), and Mothers® LeatherTech™ Moisture Infusion Gel Cream, #06310 (7 oz.), are available at fine automotive retailers and e-railers.

 OPGI Classic Car Show April 7 2013

Staging begins at 8:00 a.m. and

Show runs from 9:00 a.m. 'til 3:00 p.m

Space is limited to 275 vehicles.

To register go to: www.opgi.com/car-show.asp

$25.00 registration fee per vehicle
includes FREE Event T-Shirt & Goodie Bag

HOT ROD TV NATIONAL COVERAGE OF EVENT
AND OPPORTUNITY DRAWING

NO BURNOUTS, NO EZ UPS,
NO TRAILER PARKING AVAILABLE, NO ALCOHOL