If you’re a fan of performance cars of all makes and models, you don’t want to miss this year’s annual Hot Rod Power Tour presented by the GM Performance Division. The tour kicks off on June 2nd in Detroit at the GM Proving Grounds in Milford and then continues through six more cities with Arlington, TX, being the final stop on June 8.
The annual event gives the participants a chance to tour the country and show off their performance cars and custom creations as well as meet up with fellow car enthusiasts to compete, race, and network. Cruise Nights will be held in the host cities and feature giveaways, sponsor and staff interviews, vendor booths, and live entertainment. Those who follow the entire route are dubbed “Long Haulers” and are eligible to attend a special ceremony honoring these participants with awards.
The 2012 schedule is as follows:
- Saturday June 2, Detroit (Milford), MI, GM Proving Grounds
- Sunday June 3, Muskegon, MI, Downtown Muskegon
- Monday June 4, Champaign, IL, Assembly Hall, University of Illinois
- Tuesday June 5 – Madison, IL – Gateway Motorsports Park
- Wednesday June 6 – Miami, OK – Buffalo Run Casino
- Thursday June 7 – Stillwater, OK – Kicker Corporate Complex
- Friday June 8 – Arlington, TX – QuikTrip Park
- Saturday June 9 – Long Hauler Awards (*Long Haulers Only) – Location TBA
For more information on this year’s Hot Rod Power Tour, visit the Hot Rod Magazine website.
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