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Chasing Perfection
Chasing Perfection

The 75th annual O’Reilly Auto Parts Grand National Roadster Show, presented by Meguiar’s, once again

Chasing Perfection

The 75th annual O’Reilly Auto Parts Grand National Roadster Show, presented by Meguiar’s, once again proved why it’s the crown jewel of indoor car shows. From January 31 to February 2, the Pomona Fairplex

Chasing Perfection
Honoring a Legend
Honoring a Legend

The 75th Annual Grand National Roadster Show went down from January 31 to February 2, 2025, and for

Honoring a Legend

The 75th Annual Grand National Roadster Show went down from January 31 to February 2, 2025, and for those who live and breathe speed, this one hit different. ARP Racing Products turned their booth into

Honoring a Legend
Myers Fenderless ’36 Takes the Trophy at the 75th Grand National Roadster Show
Myers Fenderless ’36 Takes the Trophy at the 75th Grand National Roadster Show

If you caught this machine in bare metal at the Rad Rides booth last year, you knew it was gonna be special.

Myers Fenderless ’36 Takes the Trophy at the 75th Grand National Roadster Show

If you caught this machine in bare metal at the Rad Rides booth last year, you knew it was gonna be special. But now? Fully finished and flexing some seriously next-level craftsmanship, it’s the total

Myers Fenderless ’36 Takes the Trophy at the 75th Grand National Roadster Show
Aurabella: The 2025 Al Slonaker Memorial Award Winner
Aurabella: The 2025 Al Slonaker Memorial Award Winner

Boom! Andy Leach and the Cal Auto Creations crew have done it again, taking home the 2025 Al Slonaker

Aurabella: The 2025 Al Slonaker Memorial Award Winner

Boom! Andy Leach and the Cal Auto Creations crew have done it again, taking home the 2025 Al Slonaker Memorial Award with one of the slickest Pontiacs to ever roll through the Pomona Fairplex. This isn’t

Aurabella: The 2025 Al Slonaker Memorial Award Winner
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The Grand National Roadster Show, a cornerstone of automotive culture, began its illustrious journey in 1949. Originally known as the Oakland Roadster Show, it has since grown in prestige and scale, becoming an unmissable event for car enthusiasts and builders alike. The show’s long-standing tradition of excellence is best exemplified by its premier accolades: the America’s Most Beautiful Roadster (AMBR) award and the Al Slonaker Award. These honors are not just trophies; they signify the pinnacle of innovation, craftsmanship, and artistry in the custom car industry. Winning these awards is a testament to unparalleled skill and creativity, cementing the recipient’s place in automotive history. The Grand National Roadster Show continues to be a beacon of prestige, attracting the finest talent and the most spectacular vehicles year after year.

Chasing Perfection

The 75th annual O’Reilly Auto Parts Grand National Roadster Show, presented by Meguiar’s, once again proved why it’s the crown jewel of indoor car shows. From January 31 to February 2, the Pomona Fairplex was loaded with the meanest, cleanest roadsters in the country, all gunning for the top prize: the America’s Most Beautiful Roadster

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Honoring a Legend

The 75th Annual Grand National Roadster Show went down from January 31 to February 2, 2025, and for those who live and breathe speed, this one hit different. ARP Racing Products turned their booth into a full-blown tribute to land speed legend George Poteet, who passed away last year, leaving behind a legacy that

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Aurabella: The 2025 Al Slonaker Memorial Award Winner

Boom! Andy Leach and the Cal Auto Creations crew have done it again, taking home the 2025 Al Slonaker Memorial Award with one of the slickest Pontiacs to ever roll through the Pomona Fairplex. This isn’t just another custom—it’s a full-blown, no-expense-spared masterpiece that took seven years to perfect.

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The Grand National Roadster Show 2024

“The Grand Daddy of Them All,” The Grand National Roadster Show just took place this last weekend. Held annually in Pomona, California, is a premier event celebrating the artistry and craftsmanship of custom automobiles. Established in 1949, it has earned a reputation as one of the longest-running and most prestigious car shows in the world.

Read More »

TRUCKS OF THE 2007 GRAND NATIONAL ROADSTER SHOW

The 2007 Grand National Roadster Show was a huge hit, as the celebration of the ’32 Ford kicked off in great style. Various builders, writers and hot rod industry figures throughout the country voted on hundreds of candidates for the 75th anniversary of the ’32 Ford. Though no pickups made the Significant 75 list it

Read More »

Chasing Perfection

The 75th annual O’Reilly Auto Parts Grand National Roadster Show, presented by Meguiar’s, once again proved why it’s the crown jewel of indoor car shows. From January 31 to February 2, the Pomona Fairplex was loaded with the meanest, cleanest roadsters in the country, all gunning for the top prize: the America’s Most Beautiful Roadster

Read More »

Honoring a Legend

The 75th Annual Grand National Roadster Show went down from January 31 to February 2, 2025, and for those who live and breathe speed, this one hit different. ARP Racing Products turned their booth into a full-blown tribute to land speed legend George Poteet, who passed away last year, leaving behind a legacy that

Read More »

Aurabella: The 2025 Al Slonaker Memorial Award Winner

Boom! Andy Leach and the Cal Auto Creations crew have done it again, taking home the 2025 Al Slonaker Memorial Award with one of the slickest Pontiacs to ever roll through the Pomona Fairplex. This isn’t just another custom—it’s a full-blown, no-expense-spared masterpiece that took seven years to perfect.

Read More »

The Grand National Roadster Show 2024

“The Grand Daddy of Them All,” The Grand National Roadster Show just took place this last weekend. Held annually in Pomona, California, is a premier event celebrating the artistry and craftsmanship of custom automobiles. Established in 1949, it has earned a reputation as one of the longest-running and most prestigious car shows in the world.

Read More »

TRUCKS OF THE 2007 GRAND NATIONAL ROADSTER SHOW

The 2007 Grand National Roadster Show was a huge hit, as the celebration of the ’32 Ford kicked off in great style. Various builders, writers and hot rod industry figures throughout the country voted on hundreds of candidates for the 75th anniversary of the ’32 Ford. Though no pickups made the Significant 75 list it

Read More »
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