Competition Corner: Show Some Thanks for November 2020 Auto Events
Shorter days got you down? Kick that season depression to the curb with this round-up of November 2020 auto action.
That’s right—Competition Corner is back. We’ve gathered quite an impressive list of events to help you scratch that horsepower itch and prevent you from climbing the walls. From world-class auctions and drag showdowns, to off-road racing and good, old-fashioned car shows, there’s a little something for everyone.
2020 U.S. Vintage National Championship – A Speed Tour Event
Known as the American host for the Formula 1 U.S. Grand Prix, Circuit of the Americas is a world-class facility. We all know and love this track—and now’s your chance to experience it first-hand.
Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) invites all vintage racers to shoot it out November 5-8 in its season-ending U.S. Vintage National Championship.
If you’re looking to learn more about this or other upcoming events, you already know you should click here!
Street Car Takeover Fall Showdown 2020 OKC
Looking for some legal street racing? Then check out the Street Car Takeover Fall Showdown, November 6-7 in Oklahoma City. As the only national event to host roll racing in the United States, Street Car Takeover is where street cars go to party.
The Fall Showdown offers a little bit of everything—classes for Street Racers, Small Tires, Truck/SUV, and even Street Outlaws. You can register to attend the event as a spectator, or even to get your shot for glory in the quarter-mile.
This is the last event of the season, and you don’t have much time. You need to get your pass now!
6th Annual Houston’s Exotic Auto Festival
The Huston Exotic Auto Festival is all about high-end cars you’d only get to see on an occasional pass by the country club. The cherry on top is that they’ll be on the track. That’s right, during this event on November 8, you’ll be watching Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and more tear it up on the Houston Motor Speedway.
There’s not much time left, so click here and register now.
MECUM Las Vegas
Alright, not everyone has the means to jump on a plane and fly to Texas for an auto event. Besides, social distancing and all that.
So, what about drooling over top-notch cars from the comfort of your couch? That’s where MECUM Las Vegas comes in.
Running, November 12-14, there are plenty of goodies on the docket, including a 2014 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta, a 2002 Pontiac Trans Am GMMG Blackbird Year One Edition (No. 3 of only 8 produced!), and a 2018 Ford GT ’67 Heritage Edition signed by Dan Gurney and A.J. Foyt.
Attend in person or tune in from your couch and bid online. Either way, you can follow this link for all the details.
Cal4Wheel Panamint Valley Days
Responsible four-wheeling is what’s keeping the off-road industry alive. You can attend several events this November, but how about one that donates funds to charitable organizations and wildlife preservation organizations?
Cal4Wheel Panamint Valley Days is an excellent opportunity for anyone to get out and do some wheelin’ in an ideal setting. From beautiful landscapes to grueling obstacles, there is something for everyone. Running November 13-15, follow this link and plan your escape!
53rd Annual SCORE Baja 1000
What’s better than a racing pulse and some dirt in your grin? Hardly anything, that’s what!
The Annual SCORE BAJA 1000 is a grueling test of grit that puts the baddest off-road racers to the test. Together, they battle it out across miles of track spread throughout the legendary Baja California Desert. You’ll watch in awe as trucks blast through sand at incredible speeds, cut through turns that’d scare anyone to death, and even fly through the air like a bat out of hell.
So, what are you waiting for? This year’s event runs November 17-22 and this link has all the guidelines and registration details you need.
Goodguys 23rd Speedway Motors Southwest Nationals
For many of us, there’s nothing better than a good old-fashioned car show. And, the deeper they’re rooted in the history of the American automobile, the better.
Goodguys events are known across the nation as some of the best, most colorful get-togethers for classic car owners and enthusiasts. From autocross and burnout competitions, to live entertainment and world-class car shows, Goodguys has something for everyone.
The 23rd Speedway Motorsports Southwest Nationals is about to go down in Scottsdale, Arizona November 20-22. With over 3,000 Rods, Customs, Classics, Muscle Cars, and Trucks through ’87 plus hundreds of retail hard part dealers that have everything you need to build or restore your street rod, this is a can’t-miss event. Click here for details.
RACEWARS – Ennis, TX
What if you were able to bring your favorite movie into reality? Well, that’s what RACEWARS was for Fast & Furious devotees. Now, it’s becoming an event that enthusiasts and racers from all over the country dream of attending.
The concept is simple: show up and showoff. And if you’re feeling froggy, shoot it out on the track.
This is both a car show and a drag racing event allowing anyone and everyone to show their peers what they’ve got. And because it’s growing, it has caught the eyes of many vendors. Top brands will be there showing off cool products and connecting with customers. So, if you’ve been itching to attend your first RACEWARS event, there’s no better time than November 22 in Ennis, Texas.
1st Annual Ultra4 Jamboree San Felipe, MX
As you know, ULTRA4 (along with many other groups and organizations) took a few shots below the belt this past year. They had to cancel a number of events and even decided to refund their customers as a sign of good faith in their community.
One event that got the boot was the race in San Felipe. In place of this and to help give everyone something to look forward to after such a stressful year, Ultra4 organizers opted to host the first non-competition fan/racer engagement event.
This one-of-a-kind experience lets fans, partners, and racers get out in the dirt and put themselves to the test. Running November 24-28, organizers say details are still being hammered out but “think Turkey Day at the Hammers meets Moab…fueled by Tacos.”
Sounds perfect to us! Follow this link to stay up to date.
Daytona Turkey Run
Luckily an American favorite has survived everything 2020 has thrown at it.
The Daytona Turkey Run is one of the greatest car shows in history. Why? Because it allows classic car owners to soak up the sun and show off their car at one of the greatest racetracks in the nation—the Daytona International Speedway.
Running November 26-29, this is the largest combined car show and swap meet in the country. With more than 5,000 collector cars to see, and 1500 cars for sale or trade, plus car parts, memorabilia, and handmade crafts as far as the eye can see, this is a true must-see. Get ready to soak up some sunshine and click here for details.
