Competition Corner: Celebrate Spring with the 2019 Indy Mecum Auctions, Holley LS Fest Burnouts, and a Radical RADwood Experience

IT’S HERE! Sweet Mother Mercy, Winter’s cold clutch on us is finally over. If you, like me, are dying to get out and stretch your legs and can’t wait until the following events kick off, check out our previous Competition Corners for some high-octane action going on right now. For those of you exercising a little more patience, read on to see what May has in store. From the Holley LS Fest and Cruisin’ Ocean City to the 2019 Indy Mecum Auctions and a radical RADwood Experience, we promise it’s ALL good.

2019 NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series

Nothing says ‘warm weather’ quite like a good old fashioned NASCAR race. Traditional NASCAR is all-American racing, but NASCAR trucks are just as badass and may even be a little more fun to watch, on the account that they break the norm. If you’re ready to hit the track and check out this type of NASCAR, the 25th season is already underway. But why not take a little holiday and head to the Dover International Speedway on May 3? The Truck Series takes the track on Friday, while the Xfinity and Cup Series race on Saturday and Sunday. Click here for more information.

Holley LS Fest – West

Why not turn that Cinco de Mayo getaway into a Tire De Fry’O burnout extravaganza?? The Holley LS Fest – West, held in Las Vegas runs May 3-5 and promises three full days of all things LS-engine. Whether you race muscle cars or Ultra4 buggies, street rods or drift cars, there’s guaranteed excitement for everyone and every ride. In addition to the burnout contest, the docket includes a show n’ shine, autocross competition, poker run, off-road challenge, desert launch, drift challenge, drag race, and much much more. Did we mention burnouts?? Get your tickets here.

2019 Indy Mecum Auctions

Geographically speaking, only a few names instantly make you think of motors. “Indy” is most certainly one of them. Which means when you place a name like “Mecum” next to it, you’re pretty much guaranteed a good time. Taking place at the Indiana State Fairgrounds May 14-19 are the 2019 Indy Mecum Auctions. Promising collector cars, motorcycles, memorabilia, and more, this is the place to be if you love the feel of a motor city, the sound of a fast-talking auctioneer, and the delicious smell of a freshly detailed ride. Order tickets or register to bid here.

Cruisin’ Ocean City

For 29 years, Cruisin’ Ocean City has been the go-to event for East Coast hot rodders. This 4-day celebration, running May 16 – 19, offers 3300+ unique rides, live entertainment, and celebrity meet-and-greets. This year’s lineup includes performances by Grammy-winning country singer Joe Diffie and breakout artist Jackson Dean, and star-studded appearances from Dukes of Hazzard Catherine Bach and Counting Cars Ryan Evans. Enjoy family-friendly automotive entertainment with a beach front view. More information here.

Carlisle Import & Performance Nationals

While Mopars, Fords, and GMs all get their fair share of representation on the car show circuit, Carlisle Events is determined to show a little love for import performance as well. The Carlisle Import & Performance Nationals kicks off May 17, for three full days of “international vehicle wonderland,” sporting over 2,300 wild and wonderful rides. If you haven’t been to a Carlisle Event, trust me when I say it’s something worth seeing with your own two eyes. Grab your import and click here for more information.

Nitro Revival 3

What’s cooler than drag racing? Uh, old school drag racing, obviously. If you’re anything like me then you often wish you go back to the glory days and see how things were run on the drag strip. With Nitro Revival, you can. Honor the memories of classic cackle cars and vintage drag racing, Saturday, May 18 at the Irwindale Dragstrip in California. If you’re ready to see some real white-knuckled action in the most authentic setting possible, you better click this link.

Cal4Wheel Hi Desert Round-Up

Ushering in the start of summer is the Cal4Wheel Hi Desert Round-Up, held Memorial Day Weekend just outside Barstow, California at the Slash X Ranch. Participants get to enjoy trail-rides and vehicle games, camp activities and a raffle, all in a family-friendly off-road environment. Due to frequent and sudden closures by the California BLM, the location has changed several times over the years. If you’re interested in participating and want to remain up-to-date on the when and where, follow Cal4Wheel’s Facebook page here. More information on the schedule and preregistration can be found here.

27th Annual Lucas Oil Show-Me 100

Rounding out the month of May is the crown jewel event of Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, the Show-Me 100, running May 23-25. Battling for 100 laps and a $30,000 top prize are the best-of-the-best of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series and the MLRA. This is the 27th running of the event, and it promises all the high-speed excitement you’ve come to expect from Lucas Oil events. Find event details and ticket information here.

RADwood Experience

Wrapping up the month is the RADwood Experience at the Sonoma Speed Festival, May 30 – June 2. A celebration of totally radical ’80s and ’90s automotive lifestyle, the RADwood Experience is quickly growing in popularity. Sporting period correct vehicles—and outfits—this is a fun-filled event “that captures the essence of a bodacious era.” The exact deets are still hazy so click here to stay up-to-date. And don’t worry if you can’t make it to the West Coast. As we said, this car show is gaining momentum fast and organizers will be hitting New Jersey in June. You’ll just have to tune into the next Competition Corner for more info!