![[Gallery] Cartoberfest 2025](https://www.racingjunk.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/DSC_8030-e1773422962125-376x206.jpg)
[Gallery] Cartoberfest 2025
The 19th Annual Cartoberfest was once again hosted by Hurley Business Park, with proceeds benefitting the New Hartford Fire Department.
Classic Cars
A collection of hot rods, street rods, classic cars, car shows, events, and cool rides, plus the occasional Throwback Thursday #tbt post or article about a historical event.
Gallery: 2026 Autorama Great 8 Finalists
The road to the Ridler Award always runs through the Great 8, and this year’s Detroit Autorama finalists proved once again why they represent the best of the best in custom car building.
Cool Car Find: 1965 Plymouth Belvedere II
Today’s CCF pick is this race-ready MOPAR that’s ready to light up some tires.
![[Gallery] Ted's IGA Cruise Night](https://www.racingjunk.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/DSC_7251-e1771607606937-376x206.jpg)
[Gallery] Ted’s IGA Cruise Night
Ted’s IGA Cruise Night has been a staple of Connecticut car culture.
Sick Week 2026 Delivers High Stakes, Harsh Conditions, and Drag-and-Drive Drama
Sick Week 2026 once again proved why it’s considered one of the premier drag-and-drive events in the country, delivering five days of grueling racing, road miles, and relentless conditions that tested both cars and drivers.
AMBR and Al Slonaker Awards Highlight 76th Grand National Roadster Show
The 2026 Grand National Roadster Show officially crowned its top honors, awarding the prestigious America’s Most Beautiful Roadster (AMBR) and Al Slonaker Memorial Award after a packed weekend of world-class hot rods.
Cool Car Find: This 1968 El Camino with a Big Block Chevy
Today’s CCF pick is this 1968 El Camino, that means BUSINESS in the front with a massive big block Chevy with plenty of party in the back.
![[Gallery] Al Slonaker Memorial Contenders](https://www.racingjunk.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1970-Chevrolet-Chevelle-376x206.jpg)
[Gallery] Al Slonaker Memorial Contenders
The Al Slonaker Memorial Award celebrates the wild side of custom car culture.
![[Gallery] America's Most Beautiful Roadster Contenders](https://www.racingjunk.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1937-Ford-Kapone-376x206.jpg)
[Gallery] America’s Most Beautiful Roadster Contenders
The America’s Most Beautiful Roadster Award remains the ultimate trophy in the world of hot rodding.
![[Gallery] AMCs at the Drive-In 2025](https://www.racingjunk.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DSC_6738-376x206.jpg)
[Gallery] AMCs at the Drive-In 2025
On 8/23/2025, in Southington, Connecticut, the Connecticut Chapter of the American Motors Owners Association (CAMO) held their 30th Annual Regional Show at the former Southington Drive-In Movie Theater.