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1932 Ford Short Track "Jalopy" Coupe

RM Auctions - The Joe MacPherson Collection
1932 ford short track racer Posted June 13 2008 03:15 PM by ekimball

Early this morning I had the chance to check out the Joe MacPherson Collection up for auction at Joe's Garage. The auction put on by RM Auctions will be taking place Saturday June 14th.

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'Fast Five' with Dick LaHaie

Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion Grand Marshal
Dick LaHaie Posted May 19 2008 12:40 PM by R&C Kevin

Dick LaHaie was arguably the most humble, yet fiercest competitor around. Selected No. 31 on the NHRA's all-time Top 50 drivers list, it's no surprise the Lansing, Mich. racer/owner/crew chief was named Grand Marshal of...

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Custom Vehicle Legislation

Tennessee Makes it Easier to Register Street Rods
Posted April 21 2008 02:45 PM by R&C Kevin

A version of SEMA model legislation to create a vehicle registration and titling classification for custom vehicles (including kit cars and replicas) was approved by the Tennessee State Legislature and signed into law by...

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Michigan Street Rods/Custom Vehicles

SEMA-model legislation in Michigan
Posted March 27 2008 12:26 PM by R&C Kevin

SEMA-model legislation that would create a vehicle registration classification for street rods and custom vehicles and provide for special license plates for these vehicles was approved by the Michigan House of...

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Kansas Street Rods/Custom Vehicles:

Defining Kansas Street Rod
Posted March 27 2008 11:00 AM by R&C Kevin

SEMA-model legislation to create a vehicle-registration classification for street rods and custom vehicles and provide for special license plates for these vehicles will be considered by the Kansas House Transportation...

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Pro-Hobbyist Replica Vehicle Legislation

Idaho Signs Registration Law
Posted March 26 2008 09:19 PM by R&C Kevin

A version of SEMA model legislation (H.B. 365) to create a state motor vehicle definition for replica vehicles and allow these vehicles to meet only the equipment and emissions standards in effect for the model year and...

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2008 HOLLEY NHRA NATIONAL HOT ROD REUNION

Racing in Bowling Green
Dick LaHaie Posted March 24 2008 03:53 PM by R&C Kevin

LaHaie is Grand Marshal, Ramchargers get Reunion Spotlight for June 13-15 event Top drivers from every era of NHRA drag racing, an incredible engine and transmission builder and a group of engineers that created...

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Tennessee Bill Moves Forward

Pro-Hobbyist Custom Vehicle Legislation
Posted March 4 2008 04:46 PM by R&C Kevin

The Tennessee State Senate has approved legislation to create a vehicle registration and titling classification for custom vehicles.  The House version of the bill is still currently pending in the House...

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Legislative Quick Hits

SEMA on the Lookout
Posted February 27 2008 10:00 AM by R&C Kevin

Here are a few of the laws and things SEMA is keeping an eye on. Get involved and contact your government representatives if you see something that grabs your attention.

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Starbird Awards Speedy

“Speedy” Bill Smith Earns Lifetime Achievement Award
Starbird awards Speedy a Lifetime Achievement Awar Posted February 27 2008 01:16 AM by R&C Kevin

Speedway Motors founder and owner “Speedy” Bill Smith has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award from Darryl Starbird’s National Rod & Custom Car Hall of Fame Museum.

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Lawmakers Lead the Fight in Protecting Enthusiasts’ Rights

Pending State Legislation Would Allow Backyard Restorations
Posted February 26 2008 04:01 PM by R&C Kevin

Members of the State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus are again demonstrating their support for the hobbyist community by introducing legislation that would provide safeguards for individuals who restore or maintain...

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Club Spotlight

60 Years and Counting!
Posted February 26 2008 03:06 PM by R&C Kevin

In 1948, a group of students and graduates of an Indianapolis high school founded the Cluster Busters Hot Rod Club. Until recently, little was known about the original members other than their love for drag racing.

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Bakersfield Birthday

Drag Racing Celebration
Funny Car Posted February 21 2008 10:59 PM by R&C Kevin

Bakersfield born and bred in 1959, the drag race that helped put the city on the map is turning 50 during its 3-day run, Mar. 7-9 at historic Auto Club Famoso Raceway.

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Vintage Dragster Buildup

Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum News
Posted February 12 2008 02:17 PM by R&C Kevin

"Wally's Garage" hosts special seminar as public gets to watch the historic Howard Cams Rattler being rebuilt

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Hawaii Considers Taxing Vehicle Engine Size

SEMA Alert
Island Ford Posted February 12 2008 12:33 PM by R&C Kevin

In a misguided attempt to reduce motor vehicle emissions, legislation (H.B. 2855) has been introduced in the Hawaii House of Representatives by Representative Joey Manahan (repmanahan@Capitol.hawaii.gov) to establish a...

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