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Buncombe High School in Weaverville will be hopping with action on June 13, when the school hosts its 9th Annual Blackhawk Marching Band Booster Car Show.

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playing at festivals and other events. However, the biggest trip in the NBHS Band’s history happened last December when they traveled to Hawaii to march in the annual Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade. The Blackhawk Band was the only band from North Carolina to march in the

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parade, and in fact, the first band ever to represent our state and the U.S.S. North Carolina in this annual remembrance event. The 2014 parade was the first time all of the state-named World War II-era battleships were recognized

in the event.

Admission to the North Buncombe Blackhawk Band Booster Car show is free, though donations are accepted.

Registration is $10 per vehicle and all vehicles are welcome.

There will be door prizes and concessions. Come out for some family fun!

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Buying Classic Cars If you’re in the market for a classic car and you’ve never purchased one before, it can be a daunting prospect. After all, not every car will be considered a classic to everyone who views it and not every car seller will be honest about what it is they’re selling you either. Fakes, frauds, liars, and hucksters abound in the

classic car world, but so do honest collectors, sincere sellers, and people who genuinely love their classic cars and hate to see them go. People of that latter type are often as nervous about finding a good home for their beloved car as you are about finding a good car to bring into your home.

In general, there are three types of collector: the nostalgia buyer, the investment buyer, and the hoarder. The nostalgia buyer is looking for a specific vehicle (or vehicle type) for reasons personal to him or her. This buyer wants a car because their parents had one, because it was their first car, or for some similar and very personal reason. The investment buyer is looking for a commodity – a classic that can be used to increase value. The investor either wants to strike a great deal or wants the car in order to turn a profit in some other way. Finally, the hoarder may love classic vehicles and have a real passion for their restoration, maintenance, and care. The specific car may only be secondary to this love of ownership. You likely either fit into one of these three categories or will be buying from someone who does. Most likely both.

What Is a Classic Car? A “classic car” can be just about any vehicle, depending on the person looking at it.

Like the old addage about junk, one man’s classic car is another’s ugly old auto. The

1936 Packard Model 1404 Convertible Classic Car Club of America defines a “classic” car as one that is 30-49 years old with cars that are older than that being pre-antiques and antiques.

For most Americans, however, any car older than about thirty years old is a “classic.” The legal definition varies somewhat from state to state, but is generally noted as any vehicle that is not a reproduction and was manufactured at least 20 years prior to the current year. Some further narrow this to only include vehicles restored to a condition that is substantially similar to its original specifications and appearance, thus ruling out many street rods and similar “classic” modifications.

The majority of car shows in the U.S. use the legal definition of a classic for admittance, but will often have specific categories defined by the CCCA groups of classics and antiques.

Vehicle models not recognized by the CCCA may not be eligible for certain awards or prizes at these shows. The Antique Automobile Club of America has a loose definition, calling any vehicle aged 20-49 a “classic” and any vehicle over 25 years old to be an antique eligible for registration in their rolls. The strictest rules for what is considered a classic or antique are found in the Concours D’Elegance car shows, which consider any car newer than 1972 to be non-classics.

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Classic Car Eras There is also a loose way of defining a type of classic by using eras. These are not well-codified, despite being commonly used at car shows and competitions, due to the relatively large amount of overlap one era may have with another.

Commonly used eras include “horseless carriages” (19th century autos that generally look like carriages), “antique cars” (brass-era cars from the turn of the century), “classic cars” (1930s to early 1970s vehicles), and “early modern” (1980s forward). Sometimes, eras are broken by year only, with antiques being anything from pre-World War I (1918 and earlier), pre-war cars being from 1919-1945, post-war cars being from 1945-1955 and so forth. Sometimes terms like “golden age” are used to describe 1950s vehicles, often considered the high point of American car manufacture and design. Many consider the “golden age” to be from about 1935 through to the 1960s when designers like Virgil Exner and Harley J. Earl were radically changing the view Americans had of their automobiles.

How To Buy a Classic Car Before you embark on your journey to hunt down the perfect classic for your garage, you should be clear with yourself about a few things. You need to know what your intention with the car is. Will you be driving it on weekends, showing it at car shows, or storing it in museumlike conditions? Do you want to do the restoration yourself, find one that’s already been restored, or a combination? What is your budget to buy, to restore, and to maintain the vehicle? Do you know exactly what kind of car (make, model, year or years) you want or do you just want a general type (1930s coupe, 1950s convertible, etc)?

If you cannot answer these questions immediately and with surety, you should work out the details until you can. Then start hunting. Otherwise, you’re in for a lot of heartache and likely financial pain down the line.

Research everything you can about the specific car you’re looking for, including it’s going prices in today’s market, the various trouble spots it has (all cars have them) so you know what to look for, and narrow down your choice of vehicle to specific makes/models and years.

Find local car shows and the clubs that sponsor and participate in them. You are very likely to find someone in that club who can either tell you a lot of practical information about the car model you’re considering or point you to an expert who can do so. From there, finding an appraiser to check out any potential purchases you locate is simple.

That appraiser should specifically find out if the car, engine, transmission, etc. are all original to one another, replacements (and whether those replacements are period or after-market), and so forth. The appraiser should know how to compare vehicle identification numbers (VIN) as well. The VIN system we have today was not standardized until the 1980s, so knowing where to locate the manufacturer’s identification for the car is a hunt within itself.

Many classics, even very old ones, will have vehicle history reports available. At the very least, the report can likely tell you if the car has been stolen and how many previous, registered owners it’s had.

All of the points we’ve discussed, especially the last two paragraphs, can significantly alter the value

and price tag on the car you’re looking over. A clear provenance of ownership, for example, can mean hundreds of dollars in value difference whereas incomplete components or non-original components can mean thousands of dollars in value loss.

Be absolutely sure you know what you are buying before you buy that classic car, even if it looks to be in great shape.

What To Avoid In a Classic Car Most experts will tell you to avoid vehicles with significant rust, especially rust that has eaten away major body panel portions, into the vehicle’s frame, etc.

Often called “brown death” by collectors, rust is easy to cover up and very, very difficult to remove entirely. Small amounts are one thing, but major amounts are another. Very rusty relics are usually reserved for the scrapper who is only interested in harvesting parts rather than restoration.

Many believe that low-mileage is key to a purchase, but that’s not necessarily so. Classics can often last for many hundreds of thousands of miles if properly cared for. Condition and value

are more important than mileage on the odometer. In fact, a very low-mileage car may be a danger signal as it may not have had enough exercise to be in proper condition. A car should have a few hundred miles per year put on it or it will rot from the inside.

On the other hand, low mileage has real advantages, including longevity and the likelihood that the car will hold value longer. Use judgment.

the final word The last thing to consider is likely the most important. If the car you’re considering doesn’t make you itch to drive it, it’s not the car for you. If you cannot look at the car without physically feeling pain because you aren’t in the driver’s seat, you probably should pass and find another classic. This, more than anything else, should be what determines whether or not you write that check and take the classic car home with you.

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9 Helpful Tips for storing a Classic Car

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Store it with a full gas tank. This helps reduce the amount of water that can be absorbed by the gasoline and it also slows the rate at which it turns to varnish. Use an additive like “Sta-Bil”, “Dry Gas,” or similar.

Make sure it’s well mixed and run the car for a while to make sure it’s in the entire fuel system.

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Make sure to change the engine oil.

Dirty oil can be contaminated with acids and water which can create premature bearing failure and rust inside the engine. If you are storing the car for an extended time, it’s a good idea to remove the sparkplugs and spray some ‘upper-cylinder lubricant’ into the cylinders before replacing the plugs. This will keep the piston rings from rusting to the cylinder walls.

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To p o f f t h e brake fluid.

When storing a car, it will help to take it for a short drive once a month at least. This helps keep the engine, parts, etc. in good shape, and will prevent things from corroding and the seals from drying out. If you can’t get around to driving it, have a friend or family member start

it up every once in a while at least.

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If you want to cover it, use a cloth car cover instead of a plastic one.

If your storage area has concrete floors that has the tendency to get damp, using cat litter will help soak up the moisture. You can

also lay plastic underneath the car to prevent any condensation from getting to the floor pans of your car.

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If you happen to have a classic car with a convertible top, leave it up with all windows and vents closed.

A convertible top will harbor nasty creases if it’s folded for long periods of time, especially if it is being stored in a location

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Seal her up!

Keep all windows and vents closed. This blocks bugs from crawling inside.

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Buy some desiccant sacs or silica gel packets (they come in new shoe boxes), and place them on the floors of the inside of the car. This is especially important if you’re storing it in a hot and humid location, because it will prevent any moisture from damaging the car’s interior.

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HOT DEALS on WHEELS! 1988 KAWASAKI ZG1200 VOY. Air ride, stereo, cruise, 50.2 mpg, 24k miles.

Great road bike. $3,500 OBO. 864-395-0679

1986 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. Super extra clean, old ladies Florida car 85-200 miles. White and charcoal interior. $4,000 Firm.

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2003 HARLEY DAVIDSON HERITAGE SPRINGER. 100th anniversary edition.

Detachable windshield, back rest. Bags, engine guard.

Gun metal blue. Only 4200 miles. $12,000 firm. j.allen.stone@gmail.com 864-845-6022

1978 FORD F150.

Custom, 1 owner.

Excellent condition.

351 modified. Automatic transmission. Lifted with brand new 35. Lots of new extras! Sacrificing for $11,500 864-325-1307

2008 CAN AM SPYDER RS SM5.

Beautiful bike, kept inside, low 3,035 miles.

Will coordinate with you for convenient pick up. $9,200 828-778-4851

1956 DODGE CORONET. V-8, automatic, heavy metal makes it good car for a teenager, below investment, Winston Salem. $7,995 jerrybev1@yahoo.com 336-749-5922, 336-765-8312

1997 HARLEY DAVIDSON ROAD KING. 44k miles. Vance Hines pipes. Lots of accessories, including tour bag. $8,500 OBO. billwithcrew@aol.com 828-550-4650

1983 MERCEDES-BENZ 300D. 112,000 miles, good engine and transmission, new tires, new brakes, drives well, 4 door, red. $3,500 OBO. hartquiet@gmail.com 828-675-5525, 828-337-8924

1986 HONDA GOLD WING. Excellent condition, 42k miles, new tires, matching helmets. Lots of extras. Wine berry in color. $3,995 Call 864-214-5750

1941 CHEVROLET. 2 door sedan. Very restorable, no rust.

Some work done.

Original 216 motor. New chrome. Bill of sale.

Have all parts. $6,500 828-557-6498

1977 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER. Good body, nice interior, new top.

Hydraulics, brakes, clutch good. Runs good but has broken ring. Picture, video available. $3,500 ricks@4andahalfstinn.com 828-526-5102

2015 PAUGHCO CUSTOM SOFTAIL. New constructions, custom build, 127ci, 6 speed, drag style belt drive, 2-in-1 pipe. $11,000 OBO. 904-910-5096

1974 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE (Pre-1980). original orange, completely restored $8,000 OBO 828-817-4722

2013 CUSTOM BUILD. 300 rear tire, 22� front, inverted forks, right side drive, and belt drive primary. $50k invested. $17,500 OBO. fpsgameraded@gmail.com 904-910-5096

1969 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. 427. 435 hp, tri power.

Frame off restoration just completed. $27,900.

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ONE HUNDRED-PLUS YEARS OF HARLEY-DAVIDSON HISTORY timeline & historical photographs from harley-davidson.com

1911 The “F-head” engine becomes a workhorse of the Harley-Davidson motorcycle until 1929.

1914 The Motor Company formally enters motorcycle racing this year.

S e r i al Nu mbe r O n e William S. Harley and Arthur Davidson make available to the public the first production Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

1918 Almost half of all Harley-Davidson motorcycles produced are sold for use by the U.S. military in World War I.

1 907 William A. Davidson, brother to Arthur and Walter Davidson, quits his job for the Milwaukee Road railroad and joins the Motor Company.

1931 All of Harley-Davidson’s remaining American competition is now gone except Indian (Hendee Manufacturing).

1938 The Jack Pine Gypsies Motorcycle Club holds the first Black Hills Rally in Sturgis, SD. RACER BAY W EI S H AAR W IT H P I G MAS C OT The “hog” association starts when the racing team’s mascot, a pig, is carried on a victory lap after each race won by the team.

forming Aermacchi Harley-Davidson, a European division that will produce small, single-cylinder motorcycles.

1962 H-D recognizes the rising relevance of fiberglass in motorcycle production, and begins manufacturing its own components.

1965 The Electra-Glide® replaces the Duo-Glide and is updated with an electric starter.

E l v i s P r e s l e y on t h e cover of the Enthusiast The new young star Elvis Presley poses for the cover of the May Enthusiast sitting on a 1956 model KH. 1952 The side-valve K model is introduced.

The K will eventually evolve into the Sportster.

1955 This year begins a seven-year consecutive run of victories at the Daytona 200.

1922 Harley-Davidson riders sweep all eight National Championship races.

1926 Single-cylinder motorcycles are again sold by Harley-Davidson for the first time since 1918.

“ BAR & SH IELD ” L O G O The famed “Bar & Shield” logo is used for the first time. It is trademarked at the U.S. Patent office one year later.

1946 Harley-Davidson introduces the 45 cubic-inch flathead WR racing motorcycle. It proves to be one of the best racing motorcycles ever built.

1935 Joe Petrali begins a five-year streak of winning the AMA Grand National Championship.

1 901 William S. Harley, age 21, completes a blueprint drawing of an engine designed to fit into a bicycle.

1 906 A new factory, measuring 28 x 80 feet, is built on the Chestnut Street, later renamed Juneau Avenue.

G r a ph i c D e s i gns on H a r l e y - D a v i dson Mot or c yc les An art-deco “eagle” design is painted on all gas tanks. This styling decision was made in part to stimulate low sales numbers caused by the Great Depression.

Ar m y Ride r on Ha r le yDa vidson WLA Mode l America is plunged into World War II. Production of civilian motorcycles is almost entirely suspended in favor of military production.

1958 Racer Carroll Resweber wins the first of four AMA Grand National Championships.

FX S UPER GLI DE® In response to the customizing craze, Harley-Davidson introduces the FX 1200 Super Glide®, which combined a sporty front end with the frame and powertrain of the FL series. A new class of motorcycle, the cruiser, is born.

1972 The new, more powerful & reliable aluminum alloy XR-750 debuts, becoming the dominant dirt track racer through the next 3 decades.

1973 Motorcycle production is upgraded when all assembly operations are moved to a modern 400,000 square-foot plant in York, PA.

1943 Harley-Davidson receives the first of its four Army-Navy “E” Awards for excellence in wartime production.

1975 Gary Scott wins the HarleyDavidson AMA Grand National Championships in dirt track racing.

Aermacchi HarleyDa vidson Logo Harley-Davidson purchases a half interest in Aeronatica-Macchi,

1979 Introduction of the FXEF Fat Bob, “Fat” because of the dual gas tanks, “Bob” for the bobbed fenders.

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1991 The Dyna line of motorcycles debuts with the 1991 FXDB Dyna Glide Sturgis®.

1993 Harley-Davidson celebrates its 90th Anniversary in Milwaukee with a Family Reunion. An estimated 100,000 people ride in a parade of motorcycles.

t h e h a r l e y - d a v i dson b uyb ac k Harley-Davidson senior executives sign a letter of intent to purchase Harley-Davidson Motor Company from AMF. By mid-June, the buyback is official, and the phrase “The Eagle Soars Alone” becomes a rallying cry.

1 982 The Materials As Needed (MAN) application is introduced to production. This means that parts and raw materials are purchased and built only as they are required.

1994 Harley-Davidson enters Superbike racing with the introduction of the VR1000.

2007 The new FXCWC Rocker introduces Harley-Davidson’s first swingarmmounted rear fender and 2-into-1 Trick seat.

1997 Powertrain Operations at Capitol Drive expanded its capacity by moving FL engine and transmission production to a newly purchased plant located in Memomonee Falls, WI. Th e spo r t s t e r ® f o r t y eight ® The XL Forty-Eight is introduced, recalling the raw, custom Sportsters of earlier days.

1 986 In another bold styling and engineering move, HarleyDavidson releases the Heritage Softail®.

2011 Eddie Krawiec wins Harley-Davidson’s fifth drag racing title for the 2011 season. fuel injected twin c a m 8 8 tm t h e h a r l e y d av i dson b uy b ac k The 2000 model year Softail models are outfitted with the Twin Cam 88BTM engine, a counter-balanced version of the Twin Cam 88.

p r od u c t d e v e l op m e n t c enter A new 217,000 square-foot Product Development Center opens next to the Capitol Drive plant in Milwaukee.

The building is dedicated to Willie G. Davidson.

2004 Andrew Hines of the Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines HarleyDavidson drag racing team clinches his first NHRA Powerade Pro Stock Motorcycle Championship.

2001 Harley-Davidson Racing announces the latest addition to the team: 17 year old Jennifer Snyder, the first woman to win a national event in the Formula USA National Dirt Track Series.

2002 The Open Road Tour debuts in Atlanta, GA in July to celebrate the upcoming Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary.

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469 miles connecting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina to the Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, the Blue Ridge Parkway is one of the world’s most travelled scenic highways. The Parkway offers plenty of breathtaking lookout points, camping, hiking, as well as limited dining and lodging options. This is federal property with speed limits strictly enforced and a perfect way to see the mountains of our area. There are plenty of access points in the Asheville area.

For directions see image. For more information on the Parkway and road conditions/closings visit blueridgeparkway.org omprising

Map courtesy of ashevillenow.com

2012 Added to the 2012 model year are the new Softail Slim and Seventy-Two.

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Even Harley-Davidson can’t fit one hundred-plus years of history into a single museum.

Experience more — including an interactive timeline at harley-davidson.com.

The Parkway contains 3 mountain ranges, with 16 peaks above 5,000 feet, including Mount Mitchell. “Mount Mitchell sign” by Two Hearted River.

Blue Ridge Parkway Access Point Key 1. Bull Gap (Merrimon Ave to Beaver Dam Lake Rd to Elk Mtn Scenic Hwy OR Merrimon Ave to Reems Creek to Ox Creek Rd) 2. Craven Gap (Merrimon Ave to Beaver Dam Lake Rd to Webb Cove Rd) 3. Hwy 70 (Tunnel Rd - several miles west of Asheville Mall) 4. Hwy 74A between East Asheville and Fairview 5. Hwy 25 between South Asheville and Arden 6. Hwy 191 (Brevard Rd - 2 miles east of Hwy 26) 7. Hwy 151 from Candler See what Hot Springs has to offer on page 12.

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how to Keep Your Find a Classic! Garage Work Space Safe Search horizontally, vertically, and diagonally for the classics to the right of the puzzle. Put your skills to the test and see how many you can find! Answer key on page 12.

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often find their garage is a sanctuary where they can go and think about their vehicles and little else. Similar to a carpenter’s workshop or a gardener’s backyard, a garage can be a place where auto enthusiasts unwind as they pursue their passions for automobiles. uto enthusiasts

But no garage is a true sanctuary if it is not safe, and the following are a few ways auto enthusiasts can ensure their work space is safe and sound. * Keep an adequately stocked first aid kit on hand. An accessible first aid kit can be the difference between a minor injury or a significant health issue. Make sure the first aid kit is easily accessible, ideally on a low shelf that you can reach should you suffer an injury that limits your mobility.

Periodically restock your first aid kit with necessary supplies. * Post the national Poison Control Hotline number in plain view. That number is 1-800-222-1222 in the United States.

* Always bring your cell phone with you when working in your workshop. Though it might seem like a good idea to escape from life’s distractions and leave your cell phone inside when working on your vehicle, that cell phone may be your only way to contact the outside world should you suffer an injury. You don’t have to answer the phone when it rings, but be sure to bring it with you as a safety precaution whenever you will be working alone in the garage. * Install a functioning fire extinguisher in your garage, and learn how to use it. Be sure to periodically check the extinguisher’s expiration date and make sure it’s easily accessible. * Keep hazardous materials out of the reach of children. Read the labels on products. Items whose labels include warnings and cautions or suggest products can be poisonous if or when they are ingested should be stored where kids cannot reach them. If necessary, store them in a cabinet that can be locked.

* Store gasoline in a locked outdoor shed or, if keeping it in the garage, make sure youngsters won’t be able to reach it. Make sure the gasoline container is childproof and approved for gasoline storage. * Wear chemical safety glasses when using hazardous solvents and cleaning products. Wear safety glasses with side shields when using power tools. * Don’t allow children into your work space when you’re working on your vehicle. * Wear close-fitting clothing and take off all jewely. Loose clothing and dangling jewelry can easily get caught in moving parts, greatly increasing your risk of injury. * Unplug all power cords before trouble-shooting any problems with your power tools. * When working with power tools, unplug them when taking a break from work and when leaving your work space, even if such breaks are only momentary.

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Did you know?

Only five 1940/1941 Chrysler Thunderbolts were built. Known as “The Cars of the Future,” each had an electric, fully retractable roof and hydraulic windows.

Pushbuttons replaced door handles.

The Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) recognizes the time period between 1925 and 1948 as the era of classic cars. Classics were produced in several nations. They were expensive when new and had a limited run. Later cars are sometimes considered “modern” classics, using a less formal definition.

Traditionally, a classic “town car” was a chauffeured car. The area for the driver was open; the passenger area was covered.

Traditional rally racing challenges time, speed, and distance. Cars must arrive at a specific location at a precise time. The goal is not to go as fast as possible but to follow directions and maintain designated paces.

In classic car lingo, an “estate car” is a station wagon.

In 2008, a 1937 Bugatti Type 57SC was auctioned off for almost $8 million.

The Oldsmobile Rocket 88 was considered to be the first classic muscle car because of the engine. It had a standard V-8 engine in an intermediate sized car, giving it exceptional power.

Insurance for classic cars is often cheaper than insurance for modern cars. Classic cars are generally driven less often.

Since most classic car owners do not drive their cars on a daily basis, the insurance is often less expensive.

According to the Classic Car Club of America, Cadillac

produced almost 400,000 classic cars during the classic car era (1925-1948). Packard was next, with a little over 300,000.

Lincoln and Rolls-Royce produced relatively few, about 70,000 and 1,800, respectively.

A “top hat” is a raised roof over the passenger side to allow extra room for opera hats.

The first gas gauge appeared on cars in 1922.

The Red Cross chose Buick automobiles for its ambulances in 1915.

The first automobile finance company formed in 1915.

Canada had one million vehicles in operation in 1928.

Packard introduced the first hand brake, located on the driver’s left in 1914.

were introduced as standard equipment in 1923.

The Chevrolet Corvette was introduced by General Motors in 1953 as a concept vehicle.

The Templar Touring Roadster offered a compass and a camera as standard equipment in 1919.

crumple zones to absorb impact, rollover protection, and seatbelts.

Detroit, Michigan prohibited the use of gasoline pumps at curbs in 1914.

The 1916 Hudson had four mounted spare tires.

Studebaker introduced snap-on fender skirts in 1934.

The Model-T Ford offered the largest engine in 1908.

In 1916, rear-view mirrors were standard equipment on production cars.

A two-piece windshield was introduced in 1937 and remained on Ford automobiles until 1952.

After designing the 1929 Mercedes-Benz 38/250 SSK, Ferdinand Porsche left to produce his own line.

Karl Benz is considered the inventor of the gas car, patented in 1886.

Most classic cars are missing the following safety features:

The first speeding ticket was issued in the U.S. in 1902.

The 1928 Ford Model-A had the sun visor outside the car.

The Gulf Oil Company offered the first free road maps, in 1913.

Automatic windshield wipers

New York required automobile license plates in 1901.

The first three-colored traffic light was installed in Detroit, Michigan in 1919.

introduced in 1915.

In 1916, 55 percent of the cars in the world were Model T Fords, a record that has never been beaten.

New York held the first National Automobile show in 1900.

Most American in the key of F. source: aaca.org

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Hot Springs

Lake Lure & Chimney Rock Enjoy gorgeous switchbacks and peaceful creekside views as you ride US 74A twenty-five miles southeast of Asheville to Chimney Rock State Park.

A beautiful oasis high in the sky, Chimney Rock is a great day trip for the nature enthusiast.

Visitors can fill their day with an array of activities that suit any age group.

Whether it’s hiking, biking, rock climbing, or dipping your toes in a waterfall, the area is worth taking the time to visit.

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40 minutes outside of Asheville, Hot Springs sits right in the midst of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Pisgah National Forest, and the French Broad River.

From Highway 209 to the Dixie Highway, Hot Springs is a great location to begin or end your drive or motorcycle ride in the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Smoky Mountains.

Check out Appalachian Medley (aka The Rattler) for a 45-mile drive that will take about an hour and a half to complete. The byway begins on N.C. 209 at Exit 24 on I-40 near Lake Junaluska and Waynesville, and you can follow it to Max Patch, Hot Springs, and Marshall.

In addition to gorgeous scenic views and some hairier twists and turns, when it comes to outdoor adventure, Hot Springs has it all!

Not only does the Appalachian Trail run right through town, you can also find whitewater ust

rafting, tubing, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing and more. The historic town is filled with quaint shops and restaurants to check out, and at the end of the day, enjoy a relaxing and romantic soak in the hot mineral springs the town prides itself in.

Heated deep within the earth, the 103-degree crystal-clear carbonated waters are said to have curative qualities that will relax and rejuvenate you.

Get out in nature for a stroll or hike, whether to Lover’s Leap along the Laurel River, or to 5000-foot tall Max Patch with its incredible 360-degree views.

For more information on activities and events this summer, visit hotspringsnc.org Directions: I-40 (Exit 24) to NC 209 North Alternate: I-240 to Patton Ave. or I-40 exit 44 towards Asheville, Leicester Hwy or NC 63 to Trust, NC 209 North

Astounding views are at every turn, especially Chimney Rock and Hickory Nut Falls, one of the highest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River. The Park features five unique hiking trails — some of the best in North Carolina. You can challenge yourself with a strenuous hike or a leisurely stroll. Chimney Rock is definitely worth the exercise — with 75-mile views, this mountaintop experience will take your breath away. Visit chimneyrockpark.com or call

828.625.9611 for details.

Directions: I-40 (Exit 53A), US 74A towards Lake Lure

Photo courtesy of Chimney Rock State Park

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Tail of the Dragon & Cherohala Skyway

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318 curves in 11 miles, The Tail of the Dragon at Deal’s Gap on the North Carolina/Tennessee border is the country’s number one motorcycle and sports car road. This is not a road for the squeamish or ith

those wanting to take in the mountain views, you’ll need your eyes on the road’s many twists and turns! To plan your trip as far as lodging, dining and where to find official Tail of the Dragon merchandise, as well as current road construction updates, visit

tailofthedragon.com The Cherohala Skyway (named for the two national forests it connects - Cherokee and Nantahala) is quickly coming to be considered the second most popular place to ride in the area. The Skyway includes 36 gorgeous miles

of sweeping curves and mountain views connecting Tellico Plains, TN with Robbinsville, NC. You’ll want to be sure you have plenty of gas before starting out as the ride is pretty desolate, with just a few restroom stops. You also might want to wear some

layers, as temps can drop when you hit 5400 feet above sea level at the TennesseeNorth Carolina state line. For more info visit cherohala.org Directions: I-40 to exit 27 US 74, Exit 74 to US 441

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Longest Roads in North America

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oad trips are popular all year long, and driving the same roads during various seasons can yield entirely different views along the way. Many scenic highways can take travelers across the country, and for those drivers interested in traveling the longest roads in North

America, there are two options at the ready.

At 4,990 miles (8,030 kilometers), the Trans-Canada Highway is the longest roadway in North America. It is a federal-provincial highway system that travels through all 10 provinces of Canada between the Atlantic and Pacific

Did you know?

The drive-in movie theater was the brainchild of Richard Hollingshead, Jr., an auto products sales manager at his father’s Whiz Auto Products store. Hollingshead wanted to combine his passion for automobiles with his love of films. After testing different parking configurations and imitating weather conditions in his own driveway to simulate the drive-in movie experience, Hollingshead filed for a patent for the drive-In theater. He received the patent on May 16, 1933. The first drive-in was opened on June 6, 1933, in Camden, N.J. The price of admission was $.25 for the car and each person inside. Drive-in theaters peaked in popularity in the 1950s, when there were roughly 5,000 drive-ins operating across the United States and Canada. According to Drive-Ins.com, currently there are about 353 drive-ins remaining in the United States and 53 in Canada.

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Oceans. A person can travel all the way from Newfoundland to

British Columbia on the highway.

The system was approved in 1949 and the highway officially opened in 1962. Drivers on the highway will easily recognize the green-and-white maple leaf route markers.

Drivers south of the Canadian border can travel along U.S. Route 20. Spanning 3,365 miles (5,415 kilometers), Route 20 is an east-west highway and the longest road in the United States.

In the east, Route 20 terminates in Boston, Mass. In the west, it ends

at Newport, Ore. The “0” in the route’s number indicates it is a coast-to-coast route. Route 20 travels through Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and Massachusetts.

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a history of the 426 hemi

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426 H e m i was introduced in 1964 a n d was a c tu al l y initially developed as a racing engine. On February 23, 1964, four Hemi powered Mopars took First, Second, Third, and Fourth place in the Daytona 500.

Though this Chrysler dominated event was historical, it prompted the then current NASCAR officials to impose stricter regulations on Chrysler.

The automotive company would now be required to produce several thousand Hemi engines and sell them in everyday production vehicles instead of producing only a few blueprinted Hemis each year.

These production engines first appeared in the 1966 B- body Dodge & Plymouth models. he

However the 426 Hemi found in production vehicles did have some differences from the racing engine. Some of the difference include the fact that it had milder valve timing, a lower compression ratio, and different intake and exhaust manifolds. Cast iron heads were used instead of aluminum heads. During the eight year production of the 426 Hemi, it did not change greatly, with the exception of some camshaft design changes. The engine produced 425 hp @ 5000 rpm and 490 lbs of torque at 4000 rpm. Four bolt mains were standard on the 426 block.

NASCAR ousted the 426 Hemi in the 1970s and due to emissions laws, the insurance industry, and high production costs, Chrysler halted

production of the street 426 Hemi in 1971. But the engine still dominates the top drag racing classes today.

It's been 30 years since the last Hemi engine rolled off the assembly line in a Dodge or

Plymouth. It is almost impossible to find one of these cars with the 426 Hemi. The good news is that in 1993 Mopar started manufacturing a new Hemi block as well as almost all of the other Hemi parts. The entire

engine sold as a unit is not available but one can be built from oil pan to air cleaner for around $10,000.

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summer fun in the mountains June 14 8am-5pm Cherokee Dragway, Rogersville, TN All VW Car Show, Drag Racing and Swap meet. All models air and watercooled welcome. Special giveaway for this event is a $500 gift Certificate to Autowerks Suspensions! For a custom built suspension for your Type 1, Type 2 or Type 3. Camping available at track. Hours 8am-5pm $15 Spectator admission (12 & under free). Event information at www.kandlmotorsports.com or call 919-616-2183 /919-616-1039

32nd annual moonshine rod run June 19-20 City Park, Newport, TN Hardtimes Street Rod Club presents the 32nd annual Moonshine Rod Run with $2000 total in cash giveaways, plus a special drawing for a NEW 350 Chevy Crate Engine. Door prizes, dash plaques, games, swap meet, food, and special appearances by members of the cast of Moonshiners. 1958 and older cars only. Registration $30. Two free dinners for each registered car.

For more info call Roger Butler at (423) 623-4627 or visit hardtimesstreetrodclub.com

Monthly cruise in at Nostalgic Station in Laurens, SC. Photo via nostalgicstation.com

Whether you want to show your classic car, share thoughts and ideas with other enthusiasts, or simply relive yesteryear through the fenders and chrome, car shows and cruise-ins are fun for the whole family. Here are some upcoming area classic car events:

JUNE Music On Main Street concert se ries June 5 & 19 5pm - 9pm Downtown Hendersonville, NC The Hendersonville Antique Car Club hosts classic car shows in conjunction with Music On Main Street during the concert season. The classic cars are on display in downtown Hendersonville adjacent to the Travel and Tourism Office at 201 S. Main St. Registration is $5. For more information about the car shows or the HACC call (828) 697-8344 or visit hendersonvilleantiquecarclub.com

highlands motoring festival June 11-14 Highlands Civic Center, Highlands A three day collector car event called “A Festival with an Altitude”.

The event features a cruise in at the Highlands Historical Society Friday; a car show on Saturday featuring over 100 collector cars and trucks and some rare vintage motorcycles.

The Sunday activities include a road rally and brunch. Registrants from as far away as Mississippi and Maryland, will be present with their cars, and this is an opportunity to see cars that generally only appear in magazines.

For more information visit highlandsmotoringfestival.com

Blue Ridge BBQ & Music Festival Car Show June 13 10am - 5pm Harmon Field, Tryon Hosted by the Carolina Classics Car Club. All vehicles are welcome, registration is 10am - 1pm. $20 includes 2 admissions. Participant voting 34:30pm with awards at 5pm. This is a participant voting show, Top 20, Best in Show for cars & trucks, plus best GM, Ford, Mopar, non-Big 3. Food, 50/50, music, door prizes, firework display & more! For entertainment details & more info, (828) 859-7427 or visit blueridgebbqfestival.com

rhododendron cruisers annual car show June 20 10am - 3pm Bowman Middle School Football Field, Bakersville Held during the annual Rhododendron Festival. Awards include: Trophies for Top 50, Best of Show and Peoples Choice. Lots of Golden Oldies music and family fun! Tickets will be sold for 50/50 drawing. Registration fee is $20. For more information visit rhododendroncruisers.com

Maggie Valley Swap Meet & Car Show June 26-28 8am - 6pm Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, Maggie Valley, NC Come see Street Rods, Classics, Rat Rods, Muscle Cars, Customs, Pick Ups,

Antiques and more at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. There will also be a DJ, craft vendors and food and drink. Swap meet and vendors will be open throughout the show all three days. Vehicle registration is $20 per vehicle. Vendor registration is $50 per 10’ x 20’ space. Admission is $5 per day with children 12 and under free. For more information visit maggievalleyswapmeet.com

mccoy family benefit car show & mountain cruise June 27 11am - 2pm Kmart, Westgate Plaza, Franklin All proceeds and donations from this event go to help the McCoy family who lost their home due to a fire last November. Following the show, there will be a mountain cruise on Wayah Road to the Nantahala Outdoor Center for a dinner at River’s End before returning to Franklin via US-28. Rewards for Best in Show, Best Mopar, Best Ford, Best GM, Best Import, and Top 25. $10 per vehicle entering in show, free for spectators.

5th Annual Open Car & Truck Show June 27 1 - 5pm S Trade St., Tryon, NC Open car and truck show sponsored

by WNC Wheels Club and Old Mill Market Square. Music, food, prizes and plaques. Parklike setting with lots of shade. For info, call (828) 966-9030 or (828) 687-8122 or visit wncwheels.com

G r e a t Co m m i ss i on Car Show V June 27 9am - 3pm 130 Zoar Church Rd, Casar, NC Sports Cars, Classic Cars, Muscle Cars,Tuner and Sport Compact, Exotics, Low Riders. Registration is 9am -12pm. Judging will begin at 12pm.

Door Prizes, Dash Plaques to be given to the first 50 entries, Top 10 Vintique (Pre 1949) Awards, Top 15 Classic (1949 - 1987) Awards, Top 10 Modern (1988 & Newer) Awards, and Best of Show Award. Awards ceremony at 2pm. Entertainment, games & more! For more information, contact Dwayne Hoyle at 704-300-7344

JULY Music On Main Street concert series July 3, 17 & 31 5pm - 9pm Downtown Hendersonville, NC The Hendersonville Antique Car Club hosts classic car shows in conjunction with Music On Main Street during the concert season. The classic cars are on display in downtown Hendersonville adjacent to the Travel and Tourism Office at 201 S. Main St. Registration is $5. For more information about the car shows or the HACC call (828) 697-8344 or visit hendersonvilleantiquecarclub.com

july 4 heart of brevard auto show July 4 10am - 3pm South Broad Street, Brevard, NC The Transylvania Cruisers host an annual car show in conjunction with Brevard’s 4th of July celebration.

Gates open at 8am with the car show entrance from Caldwell onto Morgan Street. Rain or Shine. 50/50 Drawing, door prizes, top 20 vehicles and Specialty Awards. Proceeds are used to fund The Bread of Life Food Kitchen & Outreach and TCM Sharing House. $20 parking and registration fee. For more details call (828) 877-3447 or (828) 877-5492 or visit transylvaniacruisers.com

mountaineer 40th annual car show July 3 & 4 WNC Ag Center, Asheville A melting pot of a car show featuring an automotive swap meet, Car Corral & Gene Gore’s Corvette World & Southern Collectibles Collector Car Auction. Street Rods, Modifieds, Rat Rods, Special Interest, Antique/Classic Cars & Trucks and more! Trophies awarded Saturday at 3pm. Cash prize drawing for registrants, swap meet and car corral vendors. Indoor and outdoor spaces. Pre-registration $15 or $20 day of show. For registration and more visit mountaineerantiqueautoclub.com

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Southeastern Gas & Petroleum Expo July 17 & 18 Maggie Valley Festival Grounds Gas & Oil Collectible, Toys, State Tags, Vintage Signs, Road Maps & Much More. To learn more about the show: southeasterngasandpetroleumexpo.com

Hillbilly rods car show July 17-18 8am - 6pm Maggie Valley Festival Grounds This is a Rat Rod and Traditional Hot Rods Car Show with DJ and Trophies.

Awards: Best Rat Rod, Best Traditional Hot Rod, Top 15 Rat Rods, Top 15 Traditional Rods. Admission $5.00 12 and under free. Free Parking. For more information contact Rodney Bucknet 423-623-2723 or 423-6084519 or rodneybuckner@att.net

7th annual georgia mountain moonshine cruiz-in July 30 - August 1 Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds 1311 Music Hall Rd, Hiawassee, GA Enjoy three fun filled days of good ole mountain hillbilly fun. See a Pioneer village, real moonshine still in the works, mountain crafts, and plenty of hot classic cars, trucks, bikes, rat rods and more! Cruises through the mountain roads on both Wednesday and Thursday. Then back to the Fairgrounds Thursday night for a huge kick off party featuring live music, food, boat rides, and more! Show site opens Friday and the weekend will include more music, food, drag races, flame throwing contests and more! There will be cash prizes and other awards. Registration info and more at gammoonshinecruizin. com or call (662) 587-9572.

Hillbilly Woodstock Show & Shine July 31 - August 1 11am - 10pm Maggie Valley Festival Grounds A fun-filled weekend complete with tons of good Live Music, Food, TV Celebrities, Crafts, Cornhole Tournament, and yes... some real live Moonshiners, plus more! Now add the Annual Hillbilly Woodstock Show & Shine Car Show featuring Hot Rods, Bikes, Automotive/Motorcycle vendors, swap meet, pinstriping, diecast toys, and more! An over the top event that will be fun for the whole Family!!

Car & Bike Show or automotive vendors call: Rob Honeycutt @ 423483-4295. $20 to register a car, $10 for spectators. 10 and under free. hillbillywoodstock.com

august Land of the Sky Shrine Club 10th Annual Open Car & Motorcycle Show Saturday, August 8 Registration: 9am - 12pm

Awards: 3pm Land of the Sky Shrine Club 39 Spring Cove Rd, Swannanoa The Street-Tiques of Asheville car club has been together for over 40 years, with many of original members still involved in the club. This will be their 10th year sponsoring the Land of the Sky Shriner’s Car Show. The event will feature cash drawings throughout the day, BBQ lunch, 50/50 drawing, door prizes, Top 20 for cars and trucks, Top 5 for motorcycles, a DJ and more. Proceeds benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children. For more information visit streettiques.com

Mo untain High BBQ Festival & Car Show Friday, August 7 11am - 8pm Saturday, August 8 10am - 6pm Wayne Proffitt Agricultural Center 1436 Georgia Rd, Franklin, NC Franklin, NC will host this two-day event featuring authentic, mouthwatering BBQ, live entertainment, a car show, crafters and tastin’ tent.

For sign up information and forms, please visit mountainhighbbq-

festival.com

Music On Main Street concert series August 14 5pm - 9pm Downtown Hendersonville, NC The Hendersonville Antique Car Club hosts classic car shows in conjunction with Music On Main Street during the concert season. The classic cars are on display in downtown Hendersonville adjacent to the Travel and Tourism Office at 201 S. Main St. Registration is $5. For more information about the car shows or the HACC call (828) 697-8344 or visit hendersonvilleantiquecarclub.com

Maggie Valley Summer Rally August 14-16 Maggie Valley Festival Grounds Swap-Meet, Rat Rods, Hot Rods, Custom Cars, Harleys, Indians, All Motorcycles & Rockabilly music in the Great Smoky Mountains. Pin-Up Girl Contests, M/C Tours, LED Light Show, Door Prizes, Live Music – DJ, Car & Motorcycle Vendors, Jewelry Vendors, Leather Vendors, New & Used Parts Vendors, Food Vendors, Cold Beverages, Event Tees, Special Guest & More. $10 per day or $20 for the weekend. For more info call Sonny at 336-643-1367 or visit maggievalleyrallys.com

Fun Ford Weekend/ Mopar Th under Friday, August 28 10am - 6pm Saturday, August 29 8am - 6pm Bristol Dragway 151 Speedway Blvd, Bristol, TN Thunder Valley gives fans of every manufacturer the opportunity to see their favorite classics in action.

To give fans and competitors added value, Fun Ford Weekend and Mopar Thunder combine for a doubleheader event. The new format features the same elements that made each event popular, but puts them together to give fans even more bang for their buck. For more info, visit funfordweekend.com

Run for the Hills Pop lar Show August 29 Old Poplar Schoolhouse, Poplar, The Carolina Pushrodz sponsor this free family event. There are no registration fees. The event is rain or shine and there will be a Chevy 350 Engine Raffle, Burnout contest, vendors, food, and event merchandise for sale. For more information visit carolinapushrodz.com or for vendor information, call 828-385-3612

September 9th Annual JDRF Charity Car Show September 5 9am - 3pm Clayton City Hall, Clayton, GA Over 50 trophies, food and drinks, live music, door prizes, 50-50 raffle.

Expanded show classes in 2014! Over 100 Awards! All makes and models welcome with a $20 entry fee ($15 in advance). Spectator entry is free but a donation will be gladly accepted.

All proceeds will benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. For more info call Jeff Southard at 828371-1971 or visit jdrfgang.com

worley automotive car show September 5 1 - 5pm Worley Automotive 1492 Cane Creek Rd, Fletcher WNC Wheels hosts this car show with free BBQ and live music. Top 10 trophies/ Sponsors Choice/ Dash Plaques. For more info call Cory at (828) 702-2740 or Paul at (828) 6878122 or visit wncwheels.com

Darlington Race Day Car Show September 6 Darlington Raceway, Darlington, SC Show off your Classic, Antique & Custom cars during the Bojangles Southern 500® race. All participants receive 2 tickets to the race, commemorative dash plaque, Post-Race Weekend Track Laps & more! For registration eligibility and more info call Hilary Girard at (843) 395-8892 or visit darlingtonraceway.com

Shriner’s Hospital Benefit September 12, 11am - 3pm Upward Christian Fellowship Church 991 Upward Rd, Flat Rock The Hendersonville Antique Car

Club hosts a classic car show with all proceeds to benefit the Shriner’s Hospital for Children. 10 - $25.00 Prizes by drawing for entered vehicles! $10 registration fee. For more information call (828) 697-8344 or visit hendersonvilleantiquecarclub.com

SHADES OF THE PAST HOT ROD ROUNDUP September 11-12 Dollywood’s Splash Country, Pigeon Forge, TN Roll on into Dollywood’s Splash Country for the 33rd annual Shades of the Past Hot Rod Roundup. This roundup will be one for the ages with over 200 hot rods expected to compete for the grand prizes consisting of a 1932 Ford Hi-Boy Roadster and a $10,000 cash prize. Spectators can take part in the roundup for only $10 a day with children under 12 free.

Roam the grounds and take a look at all of the hot rods or find a deal at the giant swap meet. Vendors will also be set up throughout the event.

If you would like to be a participant, visit shadesofthepast.com

pigeon forge rod run September 17-19

Le Conte Center at Pigeon Forge This event has a $10,000 cash give away, The Top 25 Awards, the Ultimate 5 Awards and live music. There is a kick-off party at The Island on the Parkway and plenty “Crusin’ The Strip”! Go to rodrun-pigeonforge. com for more information or to register.

VWs in t he Val l ey – Volkswa gen Car S how & Swa p Meet

September 19 – 20 Saturday 7am- 7pm

Sunday 7am – 12pm Maggie Valley Festival Grounds Two Day All VW Car Show & Swap Meet! Trophies and Cash Prizes, Door Prize Drawings Hourly, Early Set-Up & Registration Available Friday 3pm till 8pm. VW Vendor Spaces, Kids Games & Prizes, VW Bus Camping Available this year. All VW models & years welcome! For more information contact Robert Eastwood at 276-620-1246, email vwaircooledassociation@ yahoo.com or visit the website vwaircooledassociation.com

WNC WHEELS’ CAR/ MOTORCYCLE/TRUCK SHOW Sunday, September 20 1 - 5pm 961 Upward Rd, Flat Rock, NC Listen to music, share and hear stories of years ago. See John Earnhardt’s personal Micro Midget, built in 1956, worked on by Ralph Earnhardt!

Hosted by WNC Wheels. All vehicles must register. Food & drinks, special gifts, free drawings. Admission is free.

For information call John Earnhardt at 864-985-2908 or Paul Schopfer at 828-687-8122 or go to wncwheels. com

Charlotte Auto Fair September 24 - 27 Thurs - Sat: 8am - 6pm Sun: 8am - 4pm Charlotte Motor Speedway 5555 Concord Pkwy. South Concord, NC The World's Largest Automotive Extravaganza returns to Charlotte Motor Speedway. The Charlotte Auto Fair attracts more than 100,000 visitors annually. It features over 50 car clubs and more than 10,000 vendor spaces offering a huge array of automotive parts and memorabilia.

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Quarters will be hosting their annual car show, open to all cars and trucks.

There will be door prizes throughout the day, awards for top ten vehicles, a special trophy & prize for Veteran’s Choice vehicle, a 50/50 Drawing by American Legion Post 526, plenty of food, and more! For general questions and additional information please contact Cheryl Wilson at (828) 259-5326 or cheryl.wilson@ abccm.org

hottest looking classic cars? The highly anticipated Cruise the Smokies Fall Cherokee Rod Run. More than 3,000 car enthusiasts will turn out for the Southeast’s premiere Rod Run. Preregistration is $30, $35 day of show.

For more info call (828) 497‑2603 or visit cherokeerodders.com

11th Annual Hillbilly Hotrodders Car, Truck & Bike Show Sunday, October 18

Saturday, November 14

Untouchables Pizza Intersection of Hwy 150 & the old Hwy 16, Denver, NC

The CCAF consists of a three day Collector Car Swap Meet, Car Corral, plus car shows on Sat. & Sun. $10 admission for adults. For more info, visit:

12pm - 5pm

Over 1,500 collectible vehicles of all makes and models will be available for sale in the car corral that rings the 1.5-mile superspeedway. The Auto Fair will also feature a collector car auction. Ticket prices are $10 for adults; children under 13 are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Parking for the event is $5. For registration, car club and swap meet information, contact the AACA/Hornet's Nest Region at 704-841-1990 or visit: charlotte-autofair.com

NC FAll samboree September 26, 4-7pm Tom Johnson Rally Park, Marion The annual Good Sam fall festival.

This year’s festival theme is “Celebrate the 60’s” and will include many free activities including parade, raffles, cake walk, seminars, bingo, auction, games, vendors, flea market, entertainment & more! For more information call (910) 265-3679 or visit ncstategoodsam.com

hellbilly hoo tenanny September 26 12-11pm A Broken Spoke Motorcycle Shop, Asheville Bootleggers Car Club, Pabst Blue Ribbon & A Broken Spoke Custom Motorcycle Repair proudly present a full day of live music and PRE-1973 (no exceptions) Hotrods, Kustom Kars & (any year/make custom, chop, or bobber) Motorcycle show. There will also be a pin up contest, tattoo contest, beard & moustache contest, pinstriping, swap meet, vendors, food and more! $20 adult admission, kids under 13 free. $20 car/bike registration, includes driver & 1 passenger. facebook.com/originalhellbillyhootenanny

autumn in the mountains September 26 Jackson Park, Hendersonville A British and Sports Car gathering hosted by The British Car Club of

Western North Carolina. For further details visit autumninthemountains.org

Maggie Valley Swap Meet & Car Show September 25 - 27 8am - 6pm Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, Maggie Valley, NC Come see Street Rods, Classics, Rat Rods, Muscle Cars, Customs, Pick Ups, Antiques and more. There will also be a DJ, craft vendors and food and drink. Swap meet and vendors will be open throughout the show all three days. Vehicle registration is $20 per vehicle. Vendor registration is $50 per 10’ x 20’ space. Admission is $5 per day with children 12 and under free. For more information visit maggievalleyswapmeet.com

6TH ANNUAL THUNDER ROAD ROD RUN September 25-26 8am - 5pm East Tennessee Distillery, 220 Piney Flats Rd, Piney Flats, TN The Vintage Street Rodders Association hosts their 6th annual rod run, open to pre-49 cars & trucks only.

Registration from $20-$40. Specator admission is $5. Children under 12 FREE. For more information visit vsra-usa.com or email streetrod34coupe@yahoo.com

2015 VINTAGE ROD TOUR September 27-October 2 Leaving from the Annual Thunder Road Rod Run, the Vintage Street Rod Association hosts this Vintage Rod Tour. The tour will travel to Pennsylvania this year. Vehicles will leave Kingsport, TN on Sunday Sept.

27th, the day after the Thunder Road Show. There will be several short one day trips planned for each day. The rods plan to depart from Lancaster to go home on Saturday morning Oct. 3rd. For much more information, visit vsra-usa.com

october Mountain Harvest Festival October 10, 9am - 2pm South Main St, Hendersonville The Hendersonville Antique Car Club’s final gathering of the season.

For more information call (828) 697-8344 or visit hendersonvilleantiquecarclub.com

The 19th Annual Vintage Tin Car Show Saturday, October 3 9am - 4pm Rumbling Bald Resort Lake Lure, NC Make plans to attend the 19th annual Vintage Tin Car Show hosted by the Vintage Tin Street Rod Association in beautiful Lake Lure. Attendance is free and fun for all ages. Enjoy beautifully restored autos, great food, music and more. Registration is open to cars & trucks 1982 and older; registration - $15- $20. All proceeds benefit Shriners Children’s Hospital.

For more registration info please call (828) 248-2333 or (828) 245-3383 or visit rumblingbald.com

corvette expo October 16-17

Sevierville Convention Center, Sevierville, TN The event features a Collector Car Auction, Swap Meet, Sales Corral, Corvette Park ‘N’ Show, Corvette Judged Competition Show, Horsepower and Hotrods Show, and the Corvette Cruise. For more information go to www.corvetteexpo.com

The Hillbilly Hotrodders Car Club holds monthly benefit Cruise-Ins every 3rd Saturday April thru September. The season ends with this Car, Truck & Bike Show with 100 plaques and 15 special trophies. Come see the cars and enjoy games, music, poker walk, cake walk, 50/50 and much more. All proceeds for cruise-ins and car show go to help selected people with fatal diseases, physical and financial disabilities. Pre-Registration $12.00 By Oct 10. Registration Day of Show $15.00. For more information visit hillbillyhotrodders.com

GOOD GUYS 22nd SOUTHEASTERN NATIONALS October 23-25 Fri & Sat: 8am - 5pm Sun: 8am - 3pm

Charlotte Motor Speedway 5555 Concord Parkway S., Concord, NC Don’t miss 3 fun-filled days of southern-style hot rodding when the infield of Charlotte Motor Speedway is taken over by a giant show & shine featuring over 3,000 pre-1972 hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks on display. Plus, learn about the latest collector car products and trends at the Vendor and Sponsor Exhibits, shop the Swap Meet for those hard-to-find parts, buy or sell a vehicle at the Car Corral, cruise the Speedway track under the lights in your ride, watch or compete in the Goodguys AutoCross timed racing competition, take a ride in a Richard Petty Driving Experience NASCAR stock car, enjoy live music, FREE fun stuff for the kids & so much more. Register your vehicle, purchase spectator tickets or get more details at Good-Guys.com. For general Show Car info call 925-838-9876

NOVEMBER

10am – 2pm

CRUISE THE SMOKIES ROD RUN November 6-7 9am ‑ 5pm Acquoni Expo Center, Cherokee

ABCCM for the Veteran’s Restoration

What do you get when you combine the most scenic drive in North Carolina and more than 800 of the nation’s

Annual Mountain Classic Car Show Saturday, October 17 Veteran’s Restoration Quarters 1329 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, NC

Carolina Collector Auto Fest Friday, November 13 10am-6pm

8am-6pm

Sunday, November 15 9am-3pm

State Fairgrounds, Raleigh, NC

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fireho use subs cruze n groove June 13 & 27; July 11 & 25; August 8 & 22; September 12 & 26 6pm - 8pm Firehouse Subs 828 Spartanburg Hwy., Hendersonville, NC The Hendersonville Antique Car Club hosts classic car cruise-ins at Firehouse Subs several times a month.

Bring your car and stick around for some music too. This summer, Tom Brown & His One Man Band and Sound Investment will take turns providing the music. For more information about the cruise-ins or the HACC call (828) 697-8344 or visit hendersonvilleantiquecarclub.com

cardinal cruise-in June 20, August 8, September 5, October 3 11am-3pm The Cardinal Drive-In 344 S. Broad St, Brevard, NC Hosted by the Transylvania Cruisers, The Cardinal Cruise-In is an area favorite. All vehicles are welcome at the historic Cardinal Drive-In in Brevard. There are door prizes, including $20 cash awards drawn from registered participants. Registration is $5. For more info about the cruise-in or the Transylvania Cruisers call (828) 877-5492 or visit transylvaniacruisers.com

cars & coffee 3rd Saturday of Each Month 8:00-10:30am Paramount Kia of Asheville A monthly area gathering in WNC of auto enthusiasts from 8:00am 10:30am on the third Saturday of each month. Use the back road for entrance. For more info, visit facebook.com/CarsAndCoffeeAsheville

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celebrity’s hot dogs cruise nigh ts Tuesdays, June - September Celebrity’s Hot Dogs 1409 Brevard Rd, Asheville, NC

Every Friday night year round from 6 to 10pm or later. All cruisers receive 20% off the entire check and kids eat free. Contact Boone or Sandy Wathey @ 828-254-3600

Celebrity’s hosts weekly Tuesday night cruise ins all summer long. For more information call 828-670-5954

franklin Cruise In Fridays 6pm - 9pm

Route 70 Cruisers Cruise In Every 3rd Saturday 5-8pm Hardee’s, Catawba Ave, Old Fort Our Monthly 3rd Saturday Cruise In is proudly held in a great location with great food, great people, and really great rides. Come out and join the fun. For more info visit route70cruisers.com or call Janet Spake at 828-317-9563 or Phillip Poe 281798-4805

West Asheville Son ic Cruise In Fridays 4pm - 10pm Sonic Drive In 1342 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC Come and enjoy the cars, people, food and the mountain air and scenery. All makes. Cars from the teens through the 80s. For more event info call Roy at 828-779-4097 or Joe at 828-707-4841

CruisIn’ with Blossman June 26 • July 24 • September 26 • October 23 6 - 9pm Blossman Gas Hearth & Appliance Center, 170 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville Monthly Antique & Classic Car CruiseIn. Grills available on site. Bring your own coolers & grill! Hot dogs, fixins’ and beverages available at a nominal charge. No alcohol on premises.

Restrooms on site. Music. Bring your chairs. All invited! For more information call: (828) 329-4971

Denny’s Cruise In Fridays 6pm - 10pm Denny’s, 1 Regent Park, Asheville

Sonic Drive In, Hwy 441, Franklin

Every Friday night at Sonic Drive In Hwy 441 from 6pm until ? For more info call Art at 828-349-0986

Myra’s Drive-In Valdese Fridays 5pm - 10pm Myra’s, 212 Main St W, Valdese Friday night Cruise Ins at Myra’s in Valdese. This is the happening place every Friday night. Great crowds, cars, food, best 50/50 drawings anywhere. For more information: myrasofvaldese.com

Lenoir Downtown Cruise-in Monthly on the first Saturday (April - October) 4pm - 9pm Lenoir Downtown Cruisers is a nonprofit organization dedicated to all car, truck and motorcycle enthusiasts.

On the first Saturday of the month from April through October, the streets of downtown Lenoir will be closed for cruisers to bring and park their cars for free. Door prizes, oldies music, 50/50 raffle and more. For more info, contact Steve Cardwell at 828-754-5152 or visit lenoirdowntowncruisers.com

marion cruise in June 26 • July 25 • August 22 5:30 - 9:30pm Farmer’s Market Parking Lot West Henderson St, Marion Monthly cruise in held at the historic Marion Tailgate Market. All kinds of cars, motorcycles and trucks will be on display. 50/50 drawing, door prizes, a hula hoop contest and music and trivia. Rain or shine. For more info visit hometownmarion.com

NOSTALGIC STATION CRUISE IN 1st Friday of Every Month 6 - 10pm

Nostalgic Station 1110 West Main Street, Laurens, SC All vehicles are welcome to this 1930’s gas station on the first Friday each month. Cruise in with 50’s music & food. This is a rain or shine event.

For more info call (864) 984-0527 or visit nostalgicstation.com

MOUNTAIN THUNDER CRUISE IN Saturday, October 3 9am - 2 pm

Route70Cruisers, Inc. host their Annual Cruise-In in conjunction with Oktoberfest at the old Log Cabin Museum and Cabins. Lots of fun, food, music, crafts, and more.. 9am to 2pm. More information to come at route70cruisers.com or call Janet Spake at 828-317-9563 or Phillip Poe at 281-798-4805

SPRUCE PINE CRUISE IN Every 2nd & 4th Saturday 6 - 8pm Downtown Spruce Pine, NC Bring your car and your friends every second and fourth Friday in downtown Spruce Pine. For more information call 828.765.3008

motorcycle rallies 105.9 The Mountain To ur of Duty 2015 June 13 9am, Smoky Mountain Indian July 4 9am, Smoky Mountain Indian August 15 9am, Weaverville Tractor Supply September 12 9am, MR Motorcycle 105.9 the Mountain is proud to present Tour of Duty – a series of motorcycle rides benefiting veterans. Join us for our first ride on Saturday, June

13th, benefiting the Patriot Guard’s Fallen Warrior Scholarship. We’ll kick off the Ride at 9am at Smoky Mountain Indian in Waynesville, NC. Last bike out at 11am. We’ll wrap up the ride at Harley Davidson of Asheville in Swannanoa from 2-3pm. For more information visit 1059themountain. com

Harleys & Hot Rods June 13 2-5pm Harley Davidson of Asheville 20 Patton Cove Rd, Swannanoa Come on out for a Car/Bike show to help Freedom Baptist Church fund their mission trip to Alaska. All the proceeds for the entire event go to Freedom Baptist Church. There will be food, raffle and give aways! Have any questions or would like to register email 2015carandbikeshow@ gmail.com

Smoke Out 16 June 19 & 20

- Friday 12-11pm - Saturday 10am - 11pm

Rockingham Speedway The Smoke Out is about choppers and those who build them from professional builders to those bloodyknuckled guys (and ladies) burning the midnight oil in an unheated shed to build a chopper they can call their own. Chops of all makes are featured, American, British, Metric, everything.

The event is about riders, cross-town to cross-country in a rainstorm. For more info visit smokeoutrally.com

Hot Springs Motorcycle Weekend June 26-28 Hot Springs Campground, Hot Springs Live Music & Entertainment FridaySaturday (Bands, Vendors, Games, and a lot more!) Rally Style Camping – No Reserved Camping Sites. All kinds of bikes and bikers welcome.

It is not what you ride, it is that you ride. Event is Rain or Shine. Contact James at 828-230-6124, email shadowriderjeb@yahoo.com or visit hotspringsrallync.com

Wings Over the Smokies July 9-11 9am -5pm Cherokee Casino The Gold Wing Road Riders Association presents their 32nd Annual rally in beautiful Cherokee, NC. Vendors, Educational seminars, NC Precision Drill Team and so much more. Learn more at gwrranc.org

Maggie Valley Summer Rally August 14-16 Maggie Valley Festival Grounds Swap-Meet, Rat Rods, Hot Rods, Custom Cars, Harleys, Indians, All Motorcycles & Rockabilly music in the Great Smoky Mountains. Harley Bike Show, Indian Bike Show, & Others, Rat Rod Show, Hot Rod Show, Custom Car Show, Pin-Up Girl Contests, M/C Tours, LED Light Show, Door Prizes, Live Music – DJ, Car & Motorcycle Vendors, Jewelry Vendors, Leather Vendors, New & Used Parts Vendors, Food Vendors, Cold Beverages, Event Tees, Special Guest & More. $10 per day or $20 for the weekend. For more info call Sonny at 336-643-1367 or visit maggievalleyrallys.com

Thunder in the Smokies Rally September 11-13 Fri: 11am – 11pm; Sat: 9am – 11pm; Sun: 9am – 3pm Maggie Valley Festival Grounds Come ride the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Enjoy Tour Rides, Music Concerts, Bike Builders, Bike Games, Bike Show, Prizes, Vendors.

All bikes and ages welcomed. Onsite Beer Sales! Call 828-246-2101, email HandlebarCorral@aol.com or visit HandlebarCorral.com

Bike Nigh t July 3, August 7, September 4 6-8pm Harley-Davidson of Asheville 20 Patton Cove Rd, Swannanoa Bring your bikes and your friends for some great music, great food and great fun. Sponsored by Bob Karney, Carolinas’ Biker Lawyer. For more info hdofasheville.com

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