Gearhead Gazzette Vol. 19 Issue #50 Dec 12-18, 2019

Vol. 19 Issue 50

Dec. 12-18, 2019

Price: FREE

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Vol. 19 Issue 50 Dec 12 – 18, 2019

inside It’s All The Gearhead News You Can Use! The Staff Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Larry Williams – Williams Graphics Butch Pate Michael Corazzelli Craig Wise Web Producer Jack Cobb - tnhost.com Senior Feature Writer Emeritus: Ed Woodard Contributors PC Svcs, Jim Kinne, Cartoon Speed Shop, CHEVROLET Shelby American, TEN Publishing Publisher / Editor Feature Writers Art Director-Designer Photography

Advertising Publisher: Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Car Show & Event listings, Cruise Night Listings, Personal FOR SALE/SWAP ads, Car Club Listings are all listed for free.

For all other advertising cost & availabilities contact Jim Brandau at 615-3002003 8am—6pm CST or at gearheadgazzette@gmail.com Editorial content is the sole property of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. All information contained in each issue is the sole opinion and comments of the editor. The opinions and comments expressed in this issue do not reflect in any way either written or implied on any of the Sponsors or Advertisers in each issue. No portion of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE maybe reproduced in any form, without written permission from the publisher .All information relating to dates, times and locations of events is only as accurate, as provided to the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. The GEARHEAD GAZZETTE will not be held responsible for any errors

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The Fun Starts Here Road Rumblings Southeast USA Shows Midwest USA Shows Western USA Shows West Coast USA Shows Cruise-In’s Across the USA Chattanooga WOW 2019 Upcoming Car Shows BUY-SELL-TRADE-WANTED 0ut The Back Door

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Cover: Chattanooga World of Wheels 2019—Jimmy B Contents Page: Cool Yule Art by Jim Kinne & Cartoon Speed Shop

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“ Ya Gotta know where to Go….The FUN Starts Here….”

“ Did you subscribe or buy an issue ” Goodbye Old Friend...You Will Be Missed...

It would be easy to point a finger and blame someone at TEN for such a decision that no one likes. The Board of Directors has to do what they feel is right to continue to exist, whether we like it or not.

All of us gearheads have lost a trusted friend or friends this past week. We have to say goodbye to our beloved “car guys & gal” magazines, that many of us have read since we were little kids.

We may have to look in the mirror too a little. Did you subscribe or buy an issue off the magazine rack each month? Or did you go to a book store or supermarket magazine aisle and look thru the magazine and then set it back down without buying it. Sales equals survival.

TEN Publishing, (formerly The Enthusiast Network, formerly a few other companies all the way back to PERTERSEN Publishing) announced that they will only publish 3 print magazines going forward.

Motor Trend, HOT ROD and 4 Wheeler will continue to be in print.

Whatever the reasons, fact is something a lot of us grew up with is gone in the print form.

Nope..don't like it but we will move forward.

I don’t know about you, but I subscribed to more than a couple magazines for a long time. I did so because I enjoyed reading them, but more importantly I enjoyed HOLDING THEM while I read them.

It sounds like there will be ELECTRONIC versions of some of the more popular titles We will have to make the call whether we subscribe to that format.

In this digital age (here to stay) I am sure subscriptions to the hard copies probably fell. Like you, I got the offers in the mail for $1.00 an issue magazines if you subscribe now. That was a clear sign that things were changing.

Keep your cell phone and laptops charged…..

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Jimmy B.

“the fun starts here”….

TEN Publishing closed 19 of its printed car magazines, including cars, mopar muscle and more TEN Publishing, the publisher behind enthusiast magazines like Motor Trend, Hot Rod, Automobile, and a lot more, has announced it is shutting down print operations for 19 of its 22 titles next year.

The three remaining titles that will continue to publish in print are Motor Trend, Hot Rod, and Four Wheeler, according to a memo from MotorTrend Group president and General Manager Alex Wellen Here is the full list of the 19 publications ending their print run.

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4-Wheel & Off-Road—Automobile - Car Craft—Chevy High Performance Classic Trucks—Diesel Power—Hot Rod Deluxe - Jeep—Lowrider Mopar Muscle—Muscle Car Review—Muscle Mustangs & Fast Fords Mustang Monthly—Street Rodder—Super Chevy—Super Street—Truck Trend Truckin’ & Vette

The only three titles that remain in printed form are Motor Trend, Hot Rod and Four Wheeler.

Statement from TEN: TEN Publishing Co. announced that it will discontinue publishing 19 of its 22 automotive print titles by end of year. MotorTrend Group provides all of the editorial and sales support for those publications. At MotorTrend Group, we remain committed to providing our fans and advertisers quality automotive storytelling and journalism across all of our content platforms and we are doubling-down on our best-in-class digital product experiences, while maintaining our support of the three most popular, profitable and strategic brands across digital and print – MotorTrend, Hot Rod, and Four Wheeler.

It’s unclear if the shuttered titles from TEN Publishing, formerly known as The Enthusiast Network, will continue publishing work online, and it’s also unclear what will happen to their current employees.

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Chevrolet Suburban Gets Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame Few cars have had as much screen time as the Chevrolet Suburban, which was recently recognized for its use in the motion picture industry with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

First appearing on screen in 1952, the SUV has made its way into 1,750 films and television shows, including one TV show every year since 1956 and one film every year since 1960. Films featuring the Suburban have also been nominated for awards 30 times.

“For six decades the Chevrolet Suburban has been Hollywood’s longest-working actor,” said Rana Ghadban, president and CEO of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.

“Appearing in classic feature films and on must-see television shows, the Suburban is a well -established industry mainstay. With the Chevrolet Tahoe also making an impact in movies and on television, it’s impressive to have both vehicles now join an illustrious group of actors and characters that are forever known as Hollywood legends."

While the physical star is labeled only for the Suburban—which is approaching its 85th anniversary next year—the Chevy Tahoe, a star in its own right, was also recognized at the unveiling. Together, the Tahoe and Suburban have appeared in more than 2,500 films and

Shelby F-150 Super Snake Sport Going to Limited Production Shelby American will put its Shelby F-150 Super Snake Sport concept into limited production, making it the fastest street legal limited-edition truck available through Ford dealer showrooms.

Only 250 of the 2020 model year trucks will be available in the United States, with a limited number available through select Shelby mod shops and distributors. The production Shelby F-150 Super Snake Sport will be shown to the public for the first time at the Barrett-Jackson Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, from Jan. 1119, 2020.

The Shelby F-150 Super Snake Sport will be available through select Shelby dealers across North America. A limited number will be built by select Shelby mod shops and distributors internationally.

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DEC 2019: DEC 14: LAVERGNE TN: Nashville Christmas Car Show: Hosted by Streetside Classics, 6000 Reliance Drive. Times: Noon - 3:00pm. Streetside Classics proudly presents our 2019 Christmas Car Show! Benefiting charity, Streetside's annual gathering is a family friendly event with all makes and models welcome. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/758145958035565/?

notif_t=event_calendar_create&notif_id=1572822552134497 DEC 14: CLARKSVILLE TN: Toys for Tots hosted by Clarksville Gearhead Club: Event to be held at Governor's Square Mall, 2801 Wilma Rudolph Blvd, (Exit 4). Rain Date: December 15th. Times: 12pm - 3pm. Bring an un-wrapped toy (s) and be entered into a drawing for raffle items. Each toy will grant you one ticket. Please come out and support this event. Out Toys for Tots has over 900 children and each one is needing toys.

DEC 2019: DEC 12-14: INDIANAPOLIS IN: 32ND ANNUAL PRI TRADE SHOW: Event being held at the LUCAS OIL Arena. 32nd Annual PRI Indiana Trade Show will consist of products from the Automobile Industry, Cars, Car Parts, Racing and Modification. Over 4000 industry leaders and professionals will be in attendance. For more info go to the PRI Website: http://www.performanceracing.com/tradeshow/show_hours.html

DEC 2019: DEC 15: KATY TX: HOLIDAY CAR & TRUCK MEET TOY DRIVE: EVENTS Event being held at Extreme Off Road & Performance located at 20235-A. Event runs from 12noon – 4pm. All vehicles MUST BRING a toy to attend. Food, Drinks, Music & Fun. For more info call 281-398-4385.

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DEC 2019: DEC 14: SAN JOSE CA: TOY & CAN FOOD DRIVE: Event being held as part of the Ronnie’s Morning Get Together. Event being held at the Starbucks located at 1815 Hillsdale Ave. Event runs from 7am – 2pm. Free Admission. Food truck, Music, Donuts & Coffee. Please bring can foods, toys and non perishables. Feel free to join th3e car cruise. For more info call 408-859—3798 DEC 15: OXNARD CA: MURPHY CARS AND CHRISTMAS: Special guest; St Nick! Show time 10-3pm. Santa’s cookies, drinks and free Hot Wheels! Bring an unwrapped GIFT for the Ventura County Toy Drive! Located at The Murphy Auto Museum, 1930 Eastman. Special $5 entry. For more info: www.murphyautomuseum.org. or david@murphyautomuseum.org DEC 15: CANOGA PARK CA: TOY DRIVE & CAR & BIKE SHOW: Event hosted by the San Fernando Valley Car & Truck Club Council. Event being held at the Canoga Park ELKS Lodge #2190 located at 20295 Osborne St. Show times are Roll in 7am-10am. Show time is 10am-3pm. Vehicle & Bike entry fee is a toy worth $10.00 or more or $10.00 without toy. All toys and money collected will go to Hope of the Valley. Admission is free but all public toy donations accepted. Registration day of the event only. Beer garden & food available. Many awards to be presented. 50/50 and raffles. Club with the most toys donated wins a custom 48” x 120” full color banner. For more show info call 818-389-3553

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2nd FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : 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/ PEA RIDGE-MILTON FL:2nd FRIDAY MONTHLY CRUISE: Cruise is held at the Pea Ridge WHATBURGER located at 4983 U.S.90, in front of WALMARY. Cruise Runs from 58pm. Special Menu for car owners. Outside car hop for your orders. Music, Raffle & Drawings for gifts.

EVERY SATURDAY MORNING CRUISIN’: FRANKLIN TN: NASHVILLE CARS & COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise runs from 8-11am. Held at the CARMIKE THOROUGHBRED 20 Theatre Complex located at 633 Frazier Drive.

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/nashvillecarsncoffee/ HENDERSONVILLE TN: Community Cars and Coffee Cruise-In: Cruise location is at Community Church parking lot, 381 West Main Street (behind McDonalds). Hours: 7 to 10 am, thru October 26th. Cruise being held on every Saturday morning. NO Loud Music, NO Burn-Outs! For more info contact, Wayne, 615-582-1958 events/288777841667635/ 2nd SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : COLUMBIA TN: CRUISE IN & 2nd Annual Veteran's Coat Drive: Hosted by Maury County Cars ‘n Coffee. Cruise held at the C1 Church located at 907 Nashville Hwy. Event runs from 10am – 1pm. Event and coffee is free to all. Shine up that ride and come on out! We also need some coats donated for our 2nd annual coat drive for Veterans! Coats will be donated to the Maury County Veteran Services Office to serve homeless or needy veterans in our community. For More info go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/443865672847719/ 2nd SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : SPANISH FORT AL: EASTERN SHORES CRUISERS CRUISE IN: Cruise held on the 2nd Saturday of each month, all year long. Cruise held at the Eastern Shore Centere front parking lot by Dillard's. Cruise runs from 5-9pm. Oldies rock & roll music. Everyone is welcome. For more info call 251-709-5900 or go to www.easternshorecruisers.com

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3rd SUNDAY CRUISE IN’S : NORCROSS GA: CRUISE IN AT THE VARSITY: Cruise is held on the 3rd Sunday afternoon all year long. Cruise runs from 3-6pm. Cruise is held at the Varsity Gwinett located at 6045 Dawson Blvd. This is a FREE Cruise-In open to ALL Years-MakesModels! Even if it's COLD outside, you can enjoy some tasty HOT food inside and catch the games on their TV! Bring your friends! These Cruise-Ins are hosted by the Georgia Cool Cruisers and Southeast Wheels Events and sponsored by Streetside Classics. All our events benefit charities. We will be accepting donations (optional) for one of our favorite causes! For more info call 404-732-6842

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 5-6:30apm. Bring your cars or just come and have fun.

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.

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/

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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 972-245-1492 or go to www.maverickhd.com ST CHARLES MO: Cars and Coffee at Fast Lane Classic Cars: Event located at 427 Little Hills Ind Blvd. Cars and Coffee is back for 2019! This is a FREE event! Bring your car, buy some coffee, and help good causes! There will be 7 Cars and Coffee at Fast Lane Classic Cars this season. Held on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 8AM - 10AM. Everyone is encouraged to bring their cars, trucks, bikes, and other wild rides for everyone to enjoy. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/1055299904661340/

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN 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.

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

2nd FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN 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.

2nd SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : 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).

SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN 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

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3rd SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : PETALUMA CA: CARS & COFFEE PETALUMA: Held the 3rd Sunday morning of each month. Cruise runs from 8-10am. Cruise is held at 389 S McDowell Blvd, in the parking lot between Pete’s Coffee and Noah’s Bagels. Open to al vehicles and motorcycles.

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World of Wheels Story & Photography by Jimmy B

In the Southeast USA, after the New Years celebrations have ended and the cobwebs from late night activity have cleared up, gearheads start looking for “car stuff” to do. A lull in the action due to the Christmas and New Years Holidays makes a gearhead hungry for some cool paint, shiny chrome and car show fun!

Gearheads in the Southeast area of the USA didn’t have to look far, for winter car fun. The Chattanooga World of Wheels show, had everything they needed under one roof. Three days of cool car fun.

The show was held once again at the Chattanooga Convention Center in the heart of the Chattanooga Tennessee.

With the railroads and steel mills influence in Chattanooga, the convention center building has a great look and feel from an industrial perspective. Of course the real cool stuff is inside the convention

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center itself...all those cool cars, hot rods, trucks, motorcycles and more!

The show is truly a family friendly event.

Plenty of things to do for everyone in the whole family. Special guest appearances, activities for the kids, vendors of every kind and a whole lot more.

As we like to do here, we let the pictures of the show tell the story, since a picture is worth a thousand words.

Make plans now to be at the 2020 Chattanooga World of Wheels show. In January..we are!

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DEC 2019: DEC 21: ATHENS AL: 1ST ANNUAL SWAP MEET & OPEN HOUSE: Event being held at Cale Finely racing located at 5674 Carla Drive. Dirt & Asphalt cars, parts, trailer & etc. Starts at daybreak and goes to ?? Will be raffling for door prizes & mystery box.

Smoked chicken & chili provided. No set up or admission fees.

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Out The Back Door The Back Page is about cool cars, hot rods, race cars or??

We’re going to share a cool shot right here each issue.

Got one you think should be here...send it to us at gearheadgazzette@gmail.com.

We’ll pick the best for the week and use it right here.

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