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This site is for aficionados of special interest vehicles, whether they are timeless classics, hot street rods, refined antiques or full blown race cars.  It is dedicated to all of the car owners, car clubs, and others who make the hot rodding hobby what it is today. Please visit our sponsors and tell them you saw their ad on Hot Rod Happenings! They are who make this site HAPPEN!

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT!
Continental Tire Co. or “Conti” as they are internationally known has just introduced their new line of Ultra-High Performance tires for Muscle Cars, Street Machines, Sport Compacts, and SUV’s. Click HERE for a write up by hotrodder and photojournalist extraordinaire, Bob McClurg.

SHOP TOURS!!
Click on the links for shop tours:
C & S Performance - Plano, Texas
Ron Mangus Custom Auto Interiors, Rialto, CA
Lil’ Louie Pinstriping, San Bernardino, CA
California Customs & Classics, Fontana, CA
Painthouse - Tomball, TX -
Extreme Automotive, Corona, CA

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If you know of a show that isn't on our website or if you have additional information that would be helpful to our fellow car enthusiasts,  please email us at carshows@hotrodhappenings.com. Keep that show information coming!

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CHECK OUT THE ARTISTRY OF PAT ANDERSON There is one word for PAT ANDERSON's artistry - it is AWESOME! Click HERE to see two of Pat's recent works. Click on the banner to see more of his work. Give him a call and commission him to paint YOUR ride!

RODDERS’ STORIES
Click HERE to read: Ode to a Bird  ...  Ode to a Connector  ...  Rodding from a Kid's View ... Ode to a Knock Sensor ... The Life of a Hotrod. Send us your story! Email:  webmaster@hotrodhappenings.com
 
CLUB LINKS
Click on Club Links to see a listing of clubs.  Contact Us with your club's information and we'll post it on the Club Links page. And, we'd be delighted if you put our link on your club's website!  Would you like a picture of your club members or club cars posted on the Club Links page?   Send a picture and a small write up about your club to clublistings@hotrodhappeningscom and we'll take care of it!  As we receive photos from clubs, we'll keep rotating them.  

Save the Date! Saturday, September 19th
Cowtown Cruisin for a Cure
Downtown Fort Worth
Go to September 2009 calendar for more info!

SAVE THE DATE!!!

Oct 23-24, 2009     The Rock's Big Cruisefest held in the beautiful River Market District, Riverfront Park, Little Rock, Arkansas. More info ...

Jan 8-10, 2010       The Rock's Auto Extravaganza at the Statehouse Convention Center, Little Rock, Arkansas. More info ...

PHOTOS !

FOR SALE! American Turntable -  #7550-01-U-1  The Merlin Major.  Capacity  5500lbs vehicle  Max Wheelbase 132” Min. Wheelbase 76”  Shipping weight 691lbs.  Shipping size 89 x 41 x 14. It is three years old and only used 3 times.  New $6,000 we are selling it for $4,000. Call: Phil or Mary at Extreme Automotive at 95-.371-9730 or email extreme@extremeautomotive.org.

FOR SALE! Cimtex Super Cameo - Unbelievable Project Truck Ready to Finish!

June 25, 2009 - Thursday Night Cruise In - Rowlett, Texas - Thanks to Dan the Pinstriper for sending the photos!

June 5-7, 2009 - WSRA at the NHRA Nats East - York, Pennsylvania. - Thanks to Les Madaus for sending the photos!

June 5, 2009 - WSRA on the way to the NHRA Nats East at WSRA Associate Member, Al Lariviere home in Lake Meade, Pennsylvania - - Thanks to Les Madaus for sending the photos!

Cool Collection! Corvettes and Motorcycles! - Thanks to Harold Thompson for sending the photos!

June 21, 2009 - Parker Square Car Show - Texas - Thanks to Diane Preston for sending the photos!

June 21, 2009 - Father's Day Show at Martha's Vineyard - Thanks to Harold Thompson and Pete Christofaro for the photos!

June 20, 2009 - Cardinal Cruise In - Brevard, North Carolina - Thanks to Harold Thompson for sending the photos!

June 20, 2009 - Christian Classic Cruisers - North Richland Hills, Texas - Like one or more of the photos in this gallery? Click HERE to order prints, mugs, posters, mouse pads, notecards, playing cards, puzzles, and more!

June 14, 2009 - Classy Chassis - Houston, Texas - Over 700 photos!
Saturday Set Up - Sunday Show - The Cars - On the Track - Awards -
Like one or more of the photos in this gallery? Click HERE to order prints, mugs, posters, mouse pads, notecards, playing cards, puzzles, and more!

June 14, 2009 - Autos in the Park/Cooper Aerobics Center - Dallas, Texas - Thanks to Dan the Pinstriper for sending the photos!

June 13, 2009 - Sachse Rod Shop Open House/ NSRA Appreciation Day - Sachse, Texas - Thanks to Dan the Pinstriper for sending the photos!

June 13, 2009 - Late Great Chevy Car Show - Plano, Texas - Thanks to Dan the Pinstriper for sending the photos!

June 13, 2009 - Sonic Car Show - Lavon, Texas - Thanks to Dan the Pinstriper for sending the photos!

May 30, 2009 - Fabulous 50's Car Show - Arlington, Texas - Thanks to Dave Lash for sending the photos!

June 5-6, 2009 - Cruisin the Lake 2009 - Lake Summerville, Texas - Thanks to Bob McClurg for sending the photos!

June 6, 2009 - Bass Pro Car Show - Grapevine, Texas - Like one or more of the photos in this gallery? Click HERE to order prints, mugs, posters, etc.!

May 16 and 17, 2009 - Super Chevy Show - Ennis, Texas - Click on the links for show photos - Saturday, May 16, 2009 Show Coverage --Sunday, May 17, 2009 Show Coverage - Like one or more of the photos in this gallery? Click HERE to order prints, mugs, posters, mouse pads, etc.!

Check out the photos of John Knox's '62 Vette -- our latest Show And Tell gallery! Thanks to John from Arlington for sending photos!

For a complete list of 2006-2009 show coverage go to Show Photos.

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