Converting a 1966 Fairlane to Disc Brakes
We bought this way-cool 1966 Fairlane in May 2015 after finding it on a Craigslist ad for sale in Columbus, Ohio. It had the exact, street/strip vibe that was just so right we simply could not pass it...
View ArticleDiscovery Communications Agrees to Form Leading Automotive Media Company...
Venture will combine: linear network Velocity, MotorTrend.com, Motor Trend YouTube channel, Motor Trend OnDemand OTT service and TEN’s complete portfolio of automotive digital, social, live events, and...
View ArticleTroy LaCrone’s Approach to 7.90’s with a Street-Driven Camaro
The question was simple and direct, “Will you keep going after the eights?” Troy LaCrone’s answer was succinct: “I hope not!” It appears that he knew his quest wasn’t complete. That was how our story...
View ArticlePlenty of Project Trucks at the 2017 Street Rod Nationals Swap Meet
Though it’s only the first day of the annual four day NSRA Street Rod Nationals (Aug 3-6), there is no lack of potential project trucks in the swap meet. The space is packed with rusty relics and...
View ArticleUTI’s NASCAR Tech School Opens Up Degree Program For CNC Operators
Get Your Degree in CNC Lots of people love to complain that nobody makes anything in the United States anymore. That’s not true. Yes, lots of manufacturing jobs have gone offshore where unskilled labor...
View ArticleVIDEO: Speedway 660’s Best of the Best
With SpeedWeekend fast approaching, several racers took advantage of a chance to compete at Speedway 660 last Saturday for the Best of the Best Pro Stock 150. For the second straight season Cassius...
View Article48th NSRA Nats Kicks Off See It Here
It’s August so we must be in Louisville, Kentucky…and, yes, we are. It’s the 48th Annual NSRA Street Rod Nationals annual held at the Kentucky Exposition Center under clear skies and loads of early...
View ArticleThe ARP/Street Rodder Speedway Motors Road Tour presented by Chevrolet...
The official Speedway Motors Road Tour kicked off in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Friday, July 28. While Lincoln was the official starting point, over 20 participants had already been on the road for four...
View ArticleBest of the Best…Builders Showcase
The 48th Annual NSRA Street Rod Nationals is now the “home” for the Builders Showcase where it has gained its reputation for displaying outstanding examples from our industry since 2006. The display is...
View ArticleTop Truck Builders Garner Respect at the 2017 NSRA Street Rod Nationals...
The Builders’ Showcase has been a popular staple of the NSRA Street Rod Nationals since its debut back in 2006. Since then, the response from the builders invited to participate has exceeded...
View ArticleFreak Show Friday: Tractor Mashup
Freaks can be found anywhere, even on a farm. Yes, this John Deer/Citroen tractor mashup looks to be a running, plowing, read deal. The questions of why and how are probably beyond anything that would...
View ArticleARP/Street Rodder Speedway Motors Road Tour Part 2
We have visited many automotive-related museums over the 22 years of the STREET RODDER Road Tour program. It is not at all an exaggeration to state that the Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed is...
View ArticleSTREET RODDER’s latest and greatest hot rod goodies for you!
OTB Gear Let It Breathe Looks cool and works great on smooth or finned valve covers, OTB Gear recently introduced an innovative update to the 90-degree valve cover breather. This creative new approach...
View ArticleWhat’s New In the World of Hot Rod Parts
NSRA Street Rod Nats Show Off the Latest in Accessories Without question one of the high points of the 48th Annual NSRA Street Rod Nationals, and ever Nats before and to come, is the new product...
View ArticlePhoto Gallery of Display Hot Rods at the NSRA Nats
Indoor manufacturer booth cars & trucks are another show within a show While there are nearly 400 manufacturer displays within the Kentucky Exposition Center here at the 48th NSRA Street Rod...
View ArticleGALLERY: USCS at Carolina Speedway
The United Sprint Car Series paid a visit to Carolina Speedway on Friday, July 21. Our trusted freelancer Mike Slade was on hand to take in the action as the Sprints took on the 4/10-mile track. On...
View ArticlePicking the Best From the NSRA Street Rod Nats
Classic Instruments Steps Up and Sponsors the Pros’ Pick at the 48th Annual Nats No doubt about it the Classic Instruments Pros’ Pick area is loaded with worthy rides giving the panel of judges (the...
View ArticleNew Guy’s Guide to Street Rod Terms
How to talk like a boss at a car show. We’ll show you all of the terms and jargon from the NSRA Street Rod Nationals. Be sure to cycle through all of the images to be in the know. Deuce: A 1932 Ford...
View ArticleInside the 2017 NSRA Street Rod Nationals
While most of the action for the 2017 NSRA Street Rod Nationals takes place outside, inside the Kentucky Exposition Center, there was no shortage of equally amazing machines. Sprinkled amongst the...
View ArticleExclusive Sneak Peek! Jeff Lutz’ new 1957 Chevy Race Car
Hopefully you follow Car Craft and Lutz Race Cars on Facebook. If so, you’ve been watching the build of Jeff’s new race car as it’s been happening. This is the third 57 Chevy Jeff has built, and he...
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