Car Crazy in Tidewater Virginia: November 2014

Thursday, November 20, 2014

Local Tidewater Car Events

Things are starting to slow down, as enthusiasts are winterizing their babies for hibernation till spring, but hardcore motorists take heart, there’s still a few happenings goings on:

UPCOMING SHOWS - TBD

MEETS/CRUISE-INS

Sat - Cars & Coffee: Are you normally busy on Saturdays with a list of honey-do’s or family commitments? Well that’s perfectly fine because you can be back home before your spouse is even up. Enjoy your car hobby and still enjoy the rest of your day.
Originally started in Irvine, CA at a strip mall on the PCH, the Cars & Coffee idea has steadily spread to various areas across the country. Here in Tidewater Virginia, we have the great Mid-Atlantic coastal region, we have plenty of sports cars in the area, and we have plenty of coffee shops so it seemed a logical fit. This is an informal hangout for mature car enthusiasts who enjoy an early morning drive and a cup of coffee.

1st Sat - (Dec 6) Virginia Beach Cars & Coffee is a gathering of car enthusiasts the first Saturday each month from 7:00 - 9:00 am to talk cars and share a cup of coffee at La Promenade Shops, 1860 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454 in the West Hilltop area of Virginia Beach, which features ample parking and BEAN THERE COFFEE on location. Please be curious to the businesses in the shopping center and leave the lot at 9:00 am promptly.http://carclubcouncil.info/cars_and_coffee.pdforhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/115284668486129/

2nd Sat - (Dec 13) Newport News Cars & Coffee is a gathering of car enthusiasts the second Saturday each month from 8:00 - 10:00 am to talk cars and share a cup of coffee at AROMA’S, 706 Town Center Drive, Newport News, VA 23606. https://www.facebook.com/groups/385990664766049/

Sat - Cars, Coffee & Chocolate, sponsored by Simply Fresh Café, every Saturday morning 8 am -10 am Town Center, 180 Central Park Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Parallel street parking or surface lot parking directly across the street from the host. Parking is in the shadows of The Cosmopolitan Apartments for pleasant summer mornings. All makes & models welcome. Contact Bobby Sharon bobcat16@cox.net (757) 404-1406

AUTO CROSS(AX, or SOLO)/HI-PERF DRIVERS EDUCATION(HPDE)/TIME TRIALS/CLUB RACING/ROAD RALLY - TBD

RACING

Virginia International Raceway (VIR) - Recently chosen as one of Car & Driver’s Top 6 tracks in the nation, Virginia International Raceway is a multi-purpose road racing facility, located on the Dan River between Danville and South Boston, Virginia. VIR hosts a wide range of professional and amateur auto and motorcycle racing and track events, and is well established as “America’s Motorsport Resort.”
Events:
Nov 22/23 - Track Club USA, Full Throttle Fall Fest (full course)http://www.trackclubusa.com/
Dec 6/7 - Chump Car World Series 38-Hour Race (north course)www.chumpcar.com

Richmond International Raceway (RIR) - Richmond International Raceway, known as America’s Premier Short Track, offers great night racing action and a commitment to the fan experience. One of the most popular facilities among drivers and fans in all of motorsports, Richmond International Raceway annually hosts two NASCAR Doubleheader weekends, featuring the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series, under the lights on a ¾-mile D-Shaped oval. The unique layout traditionally produces exciting side-by-side racing, yet drivers reach high enough speeds for a superspeedway feel. Combined with first-class amenities and a focus on the fans, guests at Richmond International Raceway can expect to experience what “Racing Perfection” truly is.
Events:
Nov 22 - BMW Street Survival. Street Survival Teen Driving School teaches hands-on car control skills under the instruction of experienced in-car coaches. Participants drive their own cars, providing an understanding of its capabilities and limits while the students develop and hone their own skills in a safe and fun environment. Information and registration at www.streetsurvival.org, questions may be addressed to blueridgestreetsurvival@gmail.com
Nov 22 - Seat Time American Racing School. Formerly Buck Baker Racing School, Seat Time American Racing School was founded in 1980 by NASCAR’s first back-to-back champion, Buck Baker. Today, we still apply those techniques that gave him so much success on the track. Our cars are real NASCAR stock cars, previously raced Nationwide Series, and Cup cars. There are plenty of outfits offering “race car driving experiences,” but only Seat Time American Racing School offers you a real NASCAR driving school - at unbeatable prices. Take a look around and see what you’re getting for your money, then give Seat Time American Racing School a call. We’ll get your motor running! If you have any questions, be sure to send us an email or call us 704-998-1957
Apr 24 - ToyotaCare 250. Richmond’s season opener, the NASCAR XFINITY Series debuts in Richmond on Friday night. Returning guests-Renewal invitations will be mailed in late October! Tickets go on sale to the general public in January 2015.
Apr 25 - Toyota Owners 400. The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series returns to Richmond on Saturday night, April 25, 2015. Returning guests- Renewal invitations will be mailed in late October! Tickets go on sale to the general public in January 2015.

I don’t drive too fast, I just fly too low!

Friday, November 14, 2014

Local Tidewater Virginia Car Happenings

UPCOMING SHOWS

Nov 15 - Annual Virginia Pilot Joy Fund Car Show, presented by Mustang Club of Tidewater, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4021 Portsmouth Blvd, Chesapeake. Open to all makes of cars, trucks, motorcycles, any wheeled vehicle. Vendor spaces available. Proceeds benefit Virginian Pilot Joy Fund, Oasis Food Bank of Portsmouth. Judges classes, plus Best In Show, Club Participation, Best Display. Registration Fee: $20 plus 2 cans of food. Contact: Doug Sample, 757-880-1660. www.mustangcluboftidewater.com / Email: hottrod6@aol.com, mct@mustangcluboftidewater.com

Nov 15 - Cruise To Drive Out Hunger, sponsored by The Classic Cruisers Car Club, Newport News Fuddruckers, 10am to 2pm. Rain date is November 16 same time, 12361 Hornsby Lane, Newport News. There is no entry fee. It is open to all makes and models. All donations and 15% of all sales go the VA Peninsula Food Bank. For more information, please contact Blair Armbrister at 757-877-4911 or my98fordf150@verizon.net.

MEETS/CRUISE-INS

Mon - Bobby’s BBQ & Country Buffet Cruise-In. 2900 Airline Blvd, junction of Airline Blvd and City Park Ave. Portsmouth, VA 23701. Times from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM POC: Bill Foley, (757) 535-6283

Tue - Lebanon Christian Church Cruise-In at the church - call to confirm the date. There will be free food there as well. It begins at 5 PM. Bring your cars to show. It will be cancelled until the following Tuesday if it is raining or threatening to rain. The church is located at 421 Yorktown, Newport News. just off I 64 exit 247 on VA 238. There is no cost or admission fee for this event

Sat - The Southern Knights Cruisers Weekly Cruise-In, Hardee’s on Old Stage Rd. in Chester, VA, 5:00 till 9:00 or until everyone leaves (weather permitting). Featuring DJ’s “Wolf Man John” & “Rock It Man” with good music, 50/50, and more. - Info: Wolf Man John at Email Wolf Man John or Ricky Williams 804-526-8865 or by Email Ricky Williams or atwww.southernknightscruisers.com

Sun - Car Cruise-In, Quaker Steak & Lube, 12832 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23608. Every Sunday noon to 5 pm. Live music, contests, vendor booths, weekly themes with guest car clubs. Contact Jennifer Martin at(757)874-5823 for more information.

AUTO CROSS(AX, or SOLO)/HI-PERF DRIVERS EDUCATION(HPDE)/TIME TRIALS/CLUB RACING/ROAD RALLY

Tidewater Sports Car Club (TSCC) - Founded in Norfolk Virginia in 1953, TSCC has a strong foundation within the local Hampton Roads autocross community and surrounding areas (140+ club members in 2009).
Our autocross season runs from March through November with events taking place on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month. We usually host a novice autocross school early in the season on the Saturday before our Sunday event. This is a great opportunity for new participants to get involved with autocross.
Our club is not solely structured around autocross. TSCC is, as the name implies, a car club, supporting the enthusiast. Car shows, social gatherings, and community involvement are just a few of the extracurricular activities in which TSCC participates.
We host a charity event at least once a year where all the proceeds from the event are donated to a designated charity. Since 2005, we have donated over $20,000.00 to various local and national charities.www.tidewatersportscarclub.com
Schedule (Date / Event / Location)
Nov 16 / AX / Pungo Airfield

RACING

Virginia International Raceway (VIR) - Recently chosen as one of Car & Driver’s Top 6 tracks in the nation, Virginia International Raceway is a multi-purpose road racing facility, located on the Dan River between Danville and South Boston, Virginia. VIR hosts a wide range of professional and amateur auto and motorcycle racing and track events, and is well established as “America’s Motorsport Resort.”
Events:
Nov 14-16 - Carolinas Region PCA Driver’s Ed
Nov 22/23 - Track Club USA, Full Throttle Fall Fest

Richmond International Raceway (RIR) - Richmond International Raceway, known as America’s Premier Short Track, offers great night racing action and a commitment to the fan experience. One of the most popular facilities among drivers and fans in all of motorsports, Richmond International Raceway annually hosts two NASCAR Doubleheader weekends, featuring the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series, under the lights on a ¾-mile D-Shaped oval. The unique layout traditionally produces exciting side-by-side racing, yet drivers reach high enough speeds for a superspeedway feel. Combined with first-class amenities and a focus on the fans, guests at Richmond International Raceway can expect to experience what “Racing Perfection” truly is.
Events:
Nov 15 - RIR Cares Track Laps. A fundraiser where fans can drive their personal vehicles around the ¾-mile oval in exchange for a $20 donation to Richmond International Raceway Cares—the track’s charitable account that assists nonprofits throughout the Greater Richmond Metropolitan Area. This particular Track Laps version is also in conjunction with VA Blood Services. If you give blood, you get to drive around the track! http://www.rir.com/About-The-Track/Richmond-International-Raceway-Cares/Track-Laps.aspx
Nov 22 - BMW Street Survival. Street Survival Teen Driving School teaches hands-on car control skills under the instruction of experienced in-car coaches. Participants drive their own cars, providing an understanding of its capabilities and limits while the students develop and hone their own skills in a safe and fun environment. Information and registration at www.streetsurvival.org, questions may be addressed to blueridgestreetsurvival@gmail.com
Nov 22 - Seat Time American Racing School. Formerly Buck Baker Racing School, Seat Time American Racing School was founded in 1980 by NASCAR’s first back-to-back champion, Buck Baker. Today, we still apply those techniques that gave him so much success on the track. Our cars are real NASCAR stock cars, previously raced Nationwide Series, and Cup cars. There are plenty of outfits offering “race car driving experiences,” but only Seat Time American Racing School offers you a real NASCAR driving school - at unbeatable prices. Take a look around and see what you’re getting for your money, then give Seat Time American Racing School a call. We’ll get your motor running! If you have any questions, be sure to send us an email or call us 704-998-1957

Nov 15/16 - 2014 Annual Fall ET Challenge. Gates Open at 9:00 am, Time Trials at 10:30 am. Saturday High Roller Race. (804) 862-3174, or acarpenter@vmpdrag.com

"I’m not driving fast, I Just fly too low!"

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Local Tidewater Virginia Car Events

UPCOMING SHOWS

Nov 8 - Shop With A Cop Car Show, presented by The Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers Car Club of Gloucester, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Trophies are awarded for the top five in GM, Ford, Mopar, Imports, and trucks. Also awarded are the top 25 awards, as well as other special awards. Winners are selected by participant voting. Registration ends at 12:00 Noon. Early registration is $15 and $20 the day of the show. For further information, contact MPCC on our email address or web page. We look forward to seeing you there!!! www.mpccofgloucester.com / Email: middlepeninsulaclassiccruisers@cox.net

Nov 8 - 57th Urbanna Oyster Festival. Historic Urbanna, Virginia. Food, arts, crafts, entertainment, oyster shucking contest, Fireman’s parade and Oyster Festival parade, waterfront exhibits, wine tasting and an Antique Auto Show. Call 804.758.0368 or visit our website. Thank You! Web Site:www.urbannaoysterfestival.com

Nov 9 - RESCHEDULED: 3rd Annual Fall Classic Cruz Thru Car, Truck and Bike Show, at Shorty’s Diner, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, 627 Merrimac Trail, Williamsburg. All make and models of Cars, Trucks and Motorcycles are welcome. Awards for “Best in Show” & Fun Categories like “Shorty’s Favorite” & more. Registration from 8 am to 12 Noon. Registration fee is $10. Proceeds go to “The ARC of greater Williamsburg. 757-603-6674 /www.shortysdinerva.com

Nov 9 - CXB Fall Auto Show, sponsored by the Chesapeake Beach Civic League, Chic’s Beach Shopping Center, 1 - 4:00 pm, 4801 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach. The very first CXB Fall Auto Show will be held and is open to any motor vehicle (Cars & Trucks 20 years old or older and Motorcycles 15 years or older. Come show off your RIDE! Can U Dig It! Handmade Plaques by Robyn Larson Bailey, DJ Big Edward Robinson of GPP Global MUSIC Entertainment, Come HUNGRY!!! CXB BBQ & Eats, Chic’s Beach Grill, Margaret’s Grill!

Nov 15 - Annual Virginian Pilot Joy Fund Car Show, presented by Mustang Club of Tidewater, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4021 Portsmouth Blvd, Chesapeake. Open to all makes of cars, trucks, motorcycles, any wheeled vehicle. Vendor spaces available. Proceeds benefit Virginian Pilot Joy Fund, Oasis Food Bank of Portsmouth. Judges classes, plus Best In Show, Club Participation, Best Display. Registration Fee: $20 plus 2 cans of food. Contact: Doug Sample, 757-880-1660. www.mustangcluboftidewater.com / Email: hottrod6@aol.com, mct@mustangcluboftidewater.com

MEETS/CRUISE-INS

Mon - Bobby’s BBQ & Country Buffet Cruise-In. 2900 Airline Blvd, junction of Airline Blvd and City Park Ave. Portsmouth, VA 23701. Times from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM POC: Bill Foley, (757) 535-6283

2nd Sat - (Nov 8) Newport News Cars & Coffee is a gathering of car enthusiasts the second Saturday each month from 8:00 - 10:00 am to talk cars and share a cup of coffee at AROMA’S, 706 Town Center Drive, Newport News, VA 23606. https://www.facebook.com/groups/385990664766049/

Sat - Landstown Commons Saturday Night Cruise-Ins, Every Saturday night from 4:00 til 9:00 PM. Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3300 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach, Va. These will be held in the same area as last year (Behind Finn McCool’s). We’ll be having discount food coupons from the restaurants in the shopping center for all participants. Come out and enjoy the camaraderie of getting together with other car enthusiasts!! Sponsored by member clubs of CCCHR

Sat - The Southern Knights Cruisers Weekly Cruise-In, Hardee’s on Old Stage Rd. in Chester, VA, 5:00 till 9:00 or until everyone leaves (weather permitting). Featuring DJ’s “Wolf Man John” & “Rock It Man” with good music, 50/50, and more. - Info: Wolf Man John at Email Wolf Man John or Ricky Williams 804-526-8865 or by Email Ricky Williams or atwww.southernknightscruisers.com

AUTO CROSS(AX, or SOLO)/HI-PERF DRIVERS EDUCATION(HPDE)/TIME TRIALS/CLUB RACING/ROAD RALLY

National Auto Sport Association (NASA) Mid-Atlantic. NASA Mid-Atlantic increases track time for HPDE (High Performance Driver’s Ed) Drivers!! In response to overwhelming feedback from our participants NASA Mid Atlantic offers even more of its award winning HPDE program to all HPDE Drivers. Starting March 22-23 at VIR NASA will increase the number of on track sessions each HPDE group receives from 3 to 4. More time. More opportunity to have more fun on track!!!!
www.nasaracing.net
Schedule
Nov 8/9 - 6th Annual Fall Finale, Summit Point Raceway, present by Mach V Motorsports. HPDE 1-4, Time Trial, OG Racing HyperDriveT, Twilight Kart Enduro. http://www.nasaracing.net/?page_id=3727

Audi Club North America Potomac-Chesapeake.
Nov 8-9 / Fall VIR Drivers’ School. Come out for PCC’s Annual Fall VIR Driver Safety and Education School at one of the premier road courses in the country sponsored by Criswell Audi of Annapolis.http://www.audiclubpcc.org/events/fall-virginia-international-raceway-drivers-school-1

RACING

Virginia International Raceway (VIR) - Recently chosen as one of Car & Driver’s Top 6 tracks in the nation, Virginia International Raceway is a multi-purpose road racing facility, located on the Dan River between Danville and South Boston, Virginia. VIR hosts a wide range of professional and amateur auto and motorcycle racing and track events, and is well established as “America’s Motorsport Resort.”
Events:
Nov 8/9 - ACNA PCC Driver’s School
Nov 14-16 - Carolinas Region PCA Driver’s Ed
Nov 22/23 - Track Club USA, Full Throttle Fall Fest

Richmond International Raceway (RIR) - Richmond International Raceway, known as America’s Premier Short Track, offers great night racing action and a commitment to the fan experience. One of the most popular facilities among drivers and fans in all of motorsports, Richmond International Raceway annually hosts two NASCAR Doubleheader weekends, featuring the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series, under the lights on a ¾-mile D-Shaped oval. The unique layout traditionally produces exciting side-by-side racing, yet drivers reach high enough speeds for a superspeedway feel. Combined with first-class amenities and a focus on the fans, guests at Richmond International Raceway can expect to experience what “Racing Perfection” truly is.
Events:
Nov 7/8 - Rusty Wallace Racing Experience provides fans and enthusiasts with an authentic NASCAR racing experience. Whether you’re 14 or 94, and whether it’s your first time or fortieth time, we are proud to share in the unparalleled excitement of your racing experience! Come check us out and go “Racing With Rusty”! Visit our website or call 855-22-RUSTY for more information or to sign up! http://www.racewithrusty.com/
Nov 15 - RIR Cares Track Laps. A fundraiser where fans can drive their personal vehicles around the ¾-mile oval in exchange for a $20 donation to Richmond International Raceway Cares—the track’s charitable account that assists nonprofits throughout the Greater Richmond Metropolitan Area. This particular Track Laps version is also in conjunction with VA Blood Services. If you give blood, you get to drive around the track! http://www.rir.com/About-The-Track/Richmond-International-Raceway-Cares/Track-Laps.aspx
Nov 22 - BMW Street Survival. Street Survival Teen Driving School teaches hands-on car control skills under the instruction of experienced in-car coaches. Participants drive their own cars, providing an understanding of its capabilities and limits while the students develop and hone their own skills in a safe and fun environment. Information and registration at www.streetsurvival.org, questions may be addressed to blueridgestreetsurvival@gmail.com
Nov 22 - Seat Time American Racing School. Formerly Buck Baker Racing School, Seat Time American Racing School was founded in 1980 by NASCAR’s first back-to-back champion, Buck Baker. Today, we still apply those techniques that gave him so much success on the track. Our cars are real NASCAR stock cars, previously raced Nationwide Series, and Cup cars. There are plenty of outfits offering “race car driving experiences,” but only Seat Time American Racing School offers you a real NASCAR driving school - at unbeatable prices. Take a look around and see what you’re getting for your money, then give Seat Time American Racing School a call. We’ll get your motor running! If you have any questions, be sure to send us an email or call us 704-998-1957

Virginia Motorsports Park, Dinwiddie, 8018 Boydton Plank Rd., Petersburg, VA 23803. Built in 1994, a state of the art multi-million dollar facility encompassing 500 acres featuring: Drag Strip, Mud Bog Pit, Truck and Tractor Pull Arena, Motocross facility, and a BMX Track.
http://www.vmpdrag.com/Drag-Home.html
Events:
Nov 7 - Street Wars. Gates Open at 5:00 pm, Racing starts at 6:00 pm. Admission: Adult - $12, Children 12 & Under - FREE, Parking - FREE. Run on Friday nights and offers everyone an opportunity to test their skills on the dragstrip. Run your parents station wagon, your brand new car, a restored hot rod, or grudge race your buddy for local bragging rights!
Nov 8/9 - Eastern Footbrake Bonanza. $5K to win footbrake bracket races, 1/8 mile, No Electronics. Gates Open at 9:00 am, Time Trials at 10:30 am. (804) 862-3174, or acarpenter@vmpdrag.com

"I’m not driving fast, Just flying really low!"