With summer here, chances are you’ll be on the road a lot more. Summer road trips are a great American pastime. If you’re also a car lover, consider making your destination one or more of several fascinating automotive museums scattered around the country. “It is important that people understand our automotive history,” said Mary Ann...
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There are many different ways to enjoy classic cars. That includes seeing them in a museum, owning a classic car or going to local car shows. Another way to see these cars — and in a different, more active light — is to attend a vintage car race. Vintage car racing is exciting whether you’re...
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Restoring a classic car is a labor of love that can pay off in pride and personal satisfaction. Whether it’s a car that has been in your family for many years or a storage find that you got a great deal on, or you want to revive a car you loved as a teenager, there...
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As a boy, Brendan Droppo loved watching NASCAR races with his dad. He was mesmerized by the many different colors and paint schemes; after the races, the young artist would spend hours drawing pictures of the winning cars. “Then I’d draw a second version with my own paint scheme,” he says. “I fell in love...
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Hagerty Classic Car Transporter Tips: Picking the Right Hauler If your classic car has suffered weather- or flood-related damage that’s made extensive repair necessary, or if you need to move it to higher ground to avoid such damage, you may have recently found yourself in need of vehicle transportation for your classic car. Choosing a...
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Contrary to general perception, most classic cars aren’t fragile flowers. In fact, many are anvil-tough, particularly American cars of the 1950s and 1960s, built with real Pennsylvania steel and very little plastic. But even these rolling bank vaults can be seriously screwed up by these five things: 1. Non-use This one is really is counterintuitive....
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It can be hard enough for adults to keep busy during extended periods of time at home. But for kids, the boredom can be overwhelming, especially when summer break starts. Help your little ones beat cabin fever with these fun things to do: 1. Start a DIY project Bring out the craft supplies and help...
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Airfares are rising and airport security lines are getting longer, so why not plan a hassle-free “staycation” this year? You’ll save time and money and, if you plan it right, you’ll feel more relaxed when it’s time to go back to work. The key to the perfect staycation, experts say, is to treat it like...
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Are you looking for a romantic getaway? If it’s time for you and your partner to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, take a look at this list of 10 picture-perfect vacation ideas for couples. See the descriptions below the slides for a complete list of couple-friendly locations. Bora Bora Bora Bora offers...
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Raleigh, the tidy, oak-studded capital of North Carolina, is on the Piedmont plateau in the north-central part of the state, between the Appalachians and the Atlantic Coast – the prosperous heart of the state. It is one of the three cities comprising the zone that’s known as the Research Triangle, a name referring to the...
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If it’s striking scenery, quaint towns or fascinating history you’re after, then buckle up and plug Sacramento and the surrounding Gold Country into your GPS. California’s interior in and around the state capital offers a wealth of options for multiple day drives or short road trips, whether you wish to sit back and enjoy the...
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Fans of Dale Earnhardt Jr. know that the love of his life is his fiancé, Amy Reimann. So why is he spending all his time at the track with someone named Amelia? Because, the driver explains, he believes that Amelia is the one who will secure his third Daytona 500 victory. And by all appearances...
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