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ImportExpo – Washington Convention Center

2025-03-31T21:32:13+00:00

Story & Photography by Gus Rodriguez

One thing about this show—it goes late, wrapping up around 9 PM. Held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in DC, I rolled in this time with the Brothers Garage crew, and they brought out some seriously cool cars.

ImportExpo always delivers, especially since it’s local and well-positioned between Virginia and Maryland. This year, I was genuinely surprised by the massive turnout—it gave off Gatlinburg-style energy with how packed it was. I could barely snap any photos. The DJ kept the vibe high all night, playing bangers that had people dancing and singing along. It honestly felt more like a party that just happened to be filled with amazing builds.

Speaking of builds, there were some real standouts. For starters, I caught a Liberty Walk MK5 Supra in person for the first time—and it wasn’t wrapped. It was fully painted, and it looked incredible. Then there was a 350Z sporting a rare Top Secret body kit, which you almost never see in person. I also spotted a clean 1994 Toyota 4x4 with a VVTi engine; I couldn’t confirm, but I’d bet it was a swap from a Lexus IS. Another highlight was a Lexus IS300 running a 2JZ swap, pushing 800 horsepower on low boost and a wild 1,100 horsepower on high boost. Absolute monster.

The only minor hiccup came during load-in. Moving from the garage to the main show floor was a bit chaotic, and our group got separated in the process. The staff seemed a little overwhelmed, which made directions a bit unclear. That said, once everything got moving, things settled quickly and the rest of the event ran smoothly.

ImportExpo brought the heat—cars, people, energy—it had it all. Can’t wait to hit the next one.

Riverside 10 - Chattanooga, TN

2025-03-26T17:00:43+00:00

Story and Photography by Merrick Harding

The Riverside Car Show celebrated its 10th anniversary, known as "Rivers10e," with a vibrant gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on March 21–22, 2025. Held at the First Horizon Pavilion, the event attracted car enthusiasts from across the region and beyond, eager to showcase unique vehicles and share their passion for automotive culture.

Festivities began Friday evening with "The Rehearsal," an event curated by Okeydoke Brand, featuring live music and a preview of the weekend's attractions. Saturday's main event, "Riverside 10," transformed the pavilion into a dynamic showcase of meticulously maintained classic cars, custom builds, and innovative automotive designs.

Beyond the cars, the event featured food trucks offering local cuisine, live music performances, and a vintage market—creating a festive atmosphere that extended beyond automotive interests. The show's success underscores Chattanooga's growing reputation as a hub for car culture and community events.

As Riverside Chattanooga looks ahead, enthusiasts eagerly anticipate future gatherings that continue to celebrate the fusion of automotive artistry and community spirit.

For more info visit riversidechattanooga.com

Southrn Fresh 12

2025-03-20T13:06:22+00:00

Story and Photography by Merrick Harding (@merrick_media)

On Saturday, March 8, car enthusiasts from all over gathered at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta, Georgia, for the much-anticipated Southrn Fresh 12 Car Show. The event was nothing short of amazing, bringing together a massive turnout of passionate automotive fans and some of the finest rides on display. Whether you were into JDM legends, classic American muscle, slammed stance builds, or lifted trucks, there was something for everyone.

Every corner of the show had a different vibe, making it an absolute paradise for photographers and automotive lovers alike. The craftsmanship and detail in each build were top-notch, showcasing the hard work and dedication of their owners.

Beyond the cars, the vendor area was buzzing with activity. Slammedenuff, Clean Culture, Koruworks, Apex Alloy Wheel Repair, and many others set up shop, offering everything from car care products to custom parts and exclusive merch. For those who worked up an appetite exploring the show, food options did not disappoint. The Eggroll Boyz were a crowd favorite, as their food never disappoints.

The overall vibe of Southrn Fresh 12 was chill, welcoming, and full of good energy. Whether you were catching up with friends, making new connections, or just soaking in the automotive culture, it was an experience to remember. Attendees left with smiles on their faces, cameras full of incredible shots, and a newfound appreciation for the diverse car community that came together for this event. If you missed it this year, you’ll definitely want to make plans for the next one—it just keeps getting better!

2025 Tunerevo - Miami

2025-03-17T22:29:01+00:00

Photography by Jay Martinez (@jmartinez21)

TunerEvo is a show like no other. Regardless of where they hold the event, they somehow always manage to bring out the “cream of the crop” builds, with real wheels severely outweighing “reps,” real M cars overshadowing base models, and an overall display of top-tier craftsmanship. Unlike other shows that sometimes allow quantity over quality, TunerEvo is known for curating a lineup that truly represents the best in the scene. Whether it's JDM legends, meticulously built Euro cars, or tastefully modified American muscle, every car at TunerEvo tells a story.

On February 22nd, 2025, TunerEvo Miami lived up to its reputation, taking over the stunning Miami Marine Stadium with a showcase of automotive excellence. The scenic waterfront venue provided the perfect backdrop for some of the cleanest builds from all over the country. Enthusiasts and builders gathered to celebrate their shared love for all things modified cars. TunerEvo is a must attend.

Following photography by Shaun Garcia (@mrsgpsociety)

Lone Star Throwdown 2025

2025-03-12T20:31:22+00:00

Event Coverage supplied by Chris Gosda (@photosbycg13)

February in Texas, the weather is always unpredictable. It can be sunny and 80 one day and 40s and rainy the next. The one thing you can always depend on is the vehicles rolling into Lone Star Throwdown will be top-tier. Mother nature was not kind to the show promoters, participants, and spectators this year, as it was chilly and rainy most of the weekend. But that didn't stop people from coming out to the event. Friday, with mild weather, drew a decent crowd as always, but on Saturday, you still had a line of people waiting to get in, with parking lots full despite the heavy rain at times and cold temperatures throughout the day. That's how you know the cars and trucks on display are the best of the best, as people line up in inclement weather just to see them.

Luckily, they had the opportunity to stay dry and somewhat warm by checking out rides in some of the various buildings. You had the American Force booth with many lifted and slammed trucks in the arena. Next to the arena, there was a covered area for Plan B Fab, showcasing many of their builds, including their latest project: a tilt-bed classic packed with audio and a nice modern interior refresh. Alongside Plan B Fab was Nitto Tire. In the building next door, you could find a variety of C10s of all calibers on display, along with Relaxed Atmosphere club and a few more vendors.

To continue staying warm, there were two more buildings full of heavy hitters. In this building, you could find classic truck builds, restomods, mini-trucks, a lowrider mini-truck with a tilt bed full of audio, a clean VW Beetle, a few exotics, a crazy lowrider complete with an engraved blower in the engine bay and a custom setup in the trunk, and a few more C10s. The building next door had lifted trucks, lowered trucks, some classics (like an El Camino and a Typhoon), and a few more vendors.

Once the rain let up, you could walk all throughout the fairgrounds and find everything from classics, mini-trucks, lifted trucks, custom golf carts, works in progress, some tuners, SXSs, and anything else you could think of. You had many clubs on display, including Aftermath, celebrating their 25th anniversary. There were booths for many wheel companies such as Liberty Forged, TIS, JTX, Raceline, and many more. Vendors galore for parts, chrome pieces, apparel, wheels, tires, custom beds, and more.

Despite Mother Nature not playing nice, I would still say that it was a successful event with plenty to see, and it's an event you definitely don't want to miss every February!

IMPORTEXPO - Charlotte

2025-03-12T19:53:32+00:00

Event Coverage supplied by Chris Gosda (@photosbycg13)

In the Carolinas, you never know what the weather will bring in the first part of the year. Luckily, Import Expo chose to have their Charlotte, NC event indoors, as participants and spectators were met with pouring rain during roll-in and while waiting to enter the event. The weather may have been cold and rainy, but the cars and the event were a hot one! With 100+ quality cars inside, it really started to heat up as people showcased new rides and fresh modifications, with this being the first event for some. On hand, you had a little bit of new school mixed with some old school from the import world. There was a classic Beetle, a few classic Porsches, a 280Z, among others, present to show. Once the doors opened, the line for spectators stretched on forever throughout the whole night. People of all ages were in attendance, enjoying the event, the music, the interaction with builders, and the camaraderie with friends, making it a fantastic event. The last headcount I heard was over 3,000 spectators. So participants really got to show off their rides, vendors had plenty of opportunities to showcase their merchandise, and members of the media had a lot to see and capture at the event.

Southrnfresh 12 - Event Recap

2025-03-10T21:58:00+00:00

Event Coverage supplied by Lee Vermont (@photobycereal2k)

The 2025 show season has started with the Southrnfresh 12 meet. Now in its 12th year, it was held at the Jim R Miller Park and Event Center in Marietta, GA, on March 8th. A lot of local cars and out-of-town cars attended, and a new layout was introduced, with select cars parked near the lake area and a new vendor area layout closer to the stands. It’s one of those events to catch up with friends and check out builds that aren't seen often. Event coverage pics are below.