Want to win big? 8 tips to create a show-stopping Semi
The world of competitive show trucks is a big one, with the passion for perfection running high. Top tier events are regularly held around the country with show fields ranging…
Amcan Truck Fest
Breaking from the Haulin’ Herd: Grant Alderman’s 2008 Peterbilt 389 named ‘Milk Money’
Grant Alderman and his family do a lot of dairy hauling, it just made sense they’d cash in and call their show truck ‘Milk Money’. They purchased the 2008 Peterbilt…
A little over the top: Gary Jones Jr.’s 1999 Peterbilt 379 – ‘Excessive Behavior II’
Gary Jones. Jr. goes big with his high contrast customization. But first he starts small. That’s how he dialed in the wild black and white flame scheme he’s come to…
A Bittersweet Build: Steve Sontag’s 2008 Peterbilt 309 ‘Dreamsickle’
Whipping up ‘Dreamsickle’ wasn’t easy for Steve Sontag. The toughest part of putting together the eye-searing show truck wasn’t the fabrication, but rather pulling the 2007 Peterbilt 379 from use.…
‘I had to buy the semi – it matched the car’: Pat Sullivan’s 1979 Peterbilt & 1958 Chevy Bel Air
There was no way Pat Sullivan was walking away from purchasing his 1979 Kenworth K100. Afterall, it perfectly matched another vintage vehicle already in his stable: a 1958 Chevy Bel…
Circling Back: Camaros return to the Indy 500 for the 2019 Camaro Pacecar Reunion
Camaro pace cars from all generations circled back to the famed Indy 500, taking part in the 2019 Camaro Pace Car Homecoming. The event took place on May 17 through…
Features
Circling Back: A Fond & Welcome Return to a Retro Grand Wagoneer
A former Jeep tech gets back in the saddle with a very familiar 4×4: a retro Grand Wagoneer.
Marketing Memories: VW’s 1964 Talking Beetle Known as ‘Max’
Back in 2008, Volkswagen rolled out a quirky run of commercials with a very unique spokesperson: a 1964 Beetle known as ‘Max’. The marketing campaign was put together by advertising…
Wagons
This Nomad Is Perfectly Paired With A Shasta Trailer
Growing up, the Wilson family had a vacation tradition. Twice a year, the crew would pile in their Impala sedan, hook up the Shasta trailer and motor to the Great…
Dad’s Falcon Wagon Sends Sisters’ Ford Love Soaring
John Bennett’s love for cars started right away in the fast lane. His first car growing up was a 1967 Ford Mustang. When that pony car wasn’t enough, he moved…
Electric
Initial Specs Of The HUMMER EV Are Released And Impressive
GMC is bringing back a storied nameplate, introducing the world to the GMC HUMMER EV during this weekend’s Super Bowl game. Three new ads, each called ‘Quiet Revolution’, will debut…
It’s Electric! Zelectric’s ’64 VW Bus Boogies Thousands of Miles
David Benardo is a true believer that classics are enjoyed more when they’re being driven. He’s not just blowing smoke. He’s racked up over ten thousand miles in his gorgeous…