MICHAEL ECKERSON March 29, 2023 Industry Updates
Drive catches up with the prolific artist, Trosley. We ask a few questions, learn a few things, and find out what it’s like behind the pen. It’s an honor to interview the artist that has one of the most recognizable illustration styles. George Trosley has been a personal influence and inspiration since I was a… Continue reading Full Interview with prolific car-toon artist, George Trosley...
Michael Eckerson March 21, 2023 Events
Life in the fast lane These machines add motion to the shows we love. The actors that portray our favorite TV and movie characters are almost always backed by an equally unique vehicle with its own personality. These chrome co-stars are more than just appliances. These icons serve as transportation from frame to frame and… Continue reading STAR CARS: Hollywood Television and Motion Picture vehicle group...
Roger Rohrdanz March 18, 2023 Events
The Friends of Steve McQueen Car and Motorcycle Show has become one of Southern California’s finest automotive gatherings. Vehicle entries from many different eras and types of motorsports, making it a must-see show. This automotive gathering was held to raise funds for Boys Republic, a private, non-profit, nonsectarian community for at-risk boys and girls ages… Continue reading The Friends Of Steve Mcqueen Car & Motorcycle Show in Chino Hills...
Michael Eckerson March 15, 2023 Industry Updates
January 14, 1937 – June 10, 2018 It’s remarkable how much Tom “Mongoo$e” McEwen influenced what we now know as drag racing. Today’s crescendo of excitement on the strip with bold racers who regularly top 300 MPH. Racers like Force, Pedregon and Hight to name a few, who share the legacy of the lane with… Continue reading TOM MONGOO$E MCEWEN: IN MEMORIAM...
Dean Powers March 14, 2023 Feature Stories
Luftgekühlt is a German term meaning air-cooled. Luftgekühlt celebrates all the air-cooled cars in Porsche’s history, from the Pre-A 356 through the 993 which ceased production in 1998. The Luftgekühlt brand is the brainchild of Le Mans winner Patrick Long, and noted creative director Howie Idelson. Each year this happening presents historically significant or interesting… Continue reading Air-cool Porsche history: Pre-A 356 through the Model 993...
Drive Staff March 10, 2023 Buyer’s Guides
‘63-’72 Chevy/GM Truck Bolt-in Watts Link Completely bolt-in watts link system for ’63-’72 C/10 trucks; that will work with factory trailing arms and springs, or with our billet trailing arms and coil overs. This kit will keep the factory rear end centered throughout its travel while, providing a truss-like structure for the axle tubes. Our… Continue reading DRIVE! BUYERS’GUIDE: What’s hot and ready for your ride...
Roger Rohrdanz March 08, 2023 Industry Updates
Randy Haapala is a man on a mission, with energy and enthusiasm to spare. He has always been a huge drag racing fan. Randy sold the Body Palace, an auto body shop he owned in Huntington Beach. “I wanted to build some hot rods,” said the former Huntington Beach resident speaking of his 5-acre… Continue reading A MAN ON A MISSION: Randy’s Awesome Garage...
Jeff Burk March 06, 2023 Events
From its very beginning as a competitive motorsport, speed has always been the marquee attraction and the measure of greatness for its competitors in drag racing, for both the professional and sportsman classes. Speed was king and the champions were Top Fuel cars. For the past 60 years, drag racers have expended most of their… Continue reading DETHRONED!: How Top Fuelers Lost the Title Kings of Speed to Funny Cars...
Michael Eckerson March 04, 2023 Industry Updates
Surrounded by all of downtown Los Angeles, the Petersen Automotive Museum stands out in its surroundings. A sculpted and modern architectural form wrapped in undulating stainless steel. The building beckons with a promise of wonder just inside. The museum is dark. There are no windows. The ultra violet light from the outside kept carefully away… Continue reading Take a Tour: Petersen Automotive Museum...
Drive Staff March 03, 2023 Feature Stories
DAKOTA DIGITAL RELEASES BIM SERIES – TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM Dakota Digital is proud to unveil the BIM Series of tire pressure monitoring systems, for display within the HDX Series of Instrument Systems! The BIM-22-2 includes four wireless valve stem Schrader sensors and receiver module, plugging directly into the HDX Series of Dakota Digital Instrumentation. … Continue reading Hot trends, latest gear, and must-have accessories....
