Guitars at Triple Crown of Rodding
The Triple Crown of Rodding, renowned as one of the most prestigious automotive events in the country, returns to the Nashville Superspeedway in 2025. It promises an unforgettable weekend after Labor Day (September 5-6) of exceptional vehicles, dazzling awards, and exhilarating competition for three hot rod and three truck categories.
This year, participants will vie for the coveted custom-machined billet aluminum trophies, each exquisitely finished in show chrome by Dan’s Polishing & Chrome. The event will showcase three truck categories with one-off toppers designed by famed automotive artist Eric Brockmeyer. Meanwhile, three car categories will feature unique toppers created by Tom Gale, the retired VP of design for Chrysler Corporation.
In addition to the top honors, the event will recognize the Top 30 and Elite 10 award winners (sponsored by CPP) and 15 celebrity pick awards. Each industry celebrity will craft their distinctive award, fueling a friendly yet fierce competition among them to design genuinely exceptional pieces. Attendees can expect to see these outstanding awards on display throughout the weekend.
Adding to the excitement, all truck and car category Triple Crown of Rodding winners will receive a Fender Limited Edition Paranormal Troublemaker Telecaster guitar. Each guitar is further enhanced with custom gold hardware and stunning custom paint and striping by the acclaimed artist Josh Shaw. These remarkable guitars will be awarded alongside the prestigious Triple Crown of Rodding trophies.
With approximately seven months to go until the event, pre-registration is already three times higher than last year, with over 1,600 room nights booked as of January 15th. Just so you know, prospective attendees are urged to act quickly; hotels are rapidly filling up. There were 3,500 entries in 2024 so 2025 is looking to “break” the record books. Modern Rodding will be there with video and a camera to capture all the action. Look for the event video sponsored by ARP and produced by In the Garage Media to be online within September.
Join us at the Nashville Superspeedway for a weekend celebrating automotive excellence, creativity, and unforgettable memories. Mark your calendars and prepare for the 2025 Triple Crown of Rodding! For discounted accommodation, visit triplecrownofrodding.com.
Podcasts for the Hot Rodder
If you don’t know what a podcast is, it is a recorded interview that will remain online forever. You can go back and listen to it whenever it is convenient.
Tim Strange is a two-time Rod and Custom Car Hall of Famer, past TV builder/host, live race announcer, and event announcer. He and his wife, Carrie Strange, who help run huge automotive events like Hot Rod Power Tour, Holley LS Fest, Cars and Cones, and many more, are the hosts.
They put out a weekly podcast talking to industry greats and even do event recaps.
Some of the guests have been Darryl Starbird, Gene Winfield, Jerry and Devona Titus, Jack Walker, Chris Ryan, Dave Shuten, Rob Ida, Roger Burman, Thom Taylor, Jerry and Jason Slover, Jerry Dixey, Jim Cozzie, Brian Brennan, Corey and Ashley Taulbert, Josh Shaw, Scott Sullivan, Rocky Robertson, Brad Starks, Robbie Azevedo, Dale Boesch, Brian Bass, Alan and Angie Johnson, Kyle Kuhnhausen, Wings Kalahan, Cody Walls, with many more coming up. They even interviewed some rock stars, musicians, and BMX riders.
You can find it on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcast. Search The Strange Motion Way.
