In 2024, HOT ROD Power Tour marked its 30th anniversary, solidifying its status as a premier event in the automotive world. Since its inception in 1995, this traveling car show has grown into a weeklong extravaganza that draws over 6,000 cars and trucks annually. Participants from across the country converge, forging new friendships and renewing old ones as they journey through various iconic locations.
Chevrolet Performance has long been a cornerstone of the Power Tour experience. This year, the festivities kicked off at Beech Bend Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky, before moving to Nashville Superspeedway in Lebanon, Tennessee, and continuing to L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. The tour then headed to National Trail Raceway in Hebron, Ohio, and concluded at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park in Brownsburg, Indiana.
Throughout the tour, enthusiasts showcased a diverse array of vehicles, from meticulously restored classics to engine-swapped modern marvels and crate engine-powered restomods. The highlight for many participants was the opportunity to test their skills on the autocross course or drag strip at each venue. Those who completed the entire tour, known as Long Haulers, received special recognition on the final day in Indianapolis.
Chevrolet Performance played a pivotal role as the Official Performance Parts sponsor, presenting an impressive display at each stop. Spectators marveled at classic builds like the 1969 Chevelle with an SP502/605 crate engine, the 1967 C10 featuring an L8P crate power plant, and the ZZ632-equipped 1989 Chevrolet Silverado 3+3 dually. These vehicles showcased Chevrolet’s commitment to innovation and performance over the decades.
Modern Chevrolet vehicles also drew crowds, including the Corvette E-Ray and Stingray, the Tahoe RST Performance Edition, and a lineup of rugged trucks such as the Colorado ZR2 Bison, Silverado 1500 ZR2, and Silverado 2500 HD ZR2 Bison. The Chevrolet Performance fleet demonstrated the brand’s dedication to blending heritage with cutting-edge technology.
The BLOCK team captured the essence of the tour at the Bowling Green and Nashville stops, documenting GM-powered vehicles that embody the spirit of HOT ROD Power Tour. Stay tuned for upcoming feature stories that will delve deeper into the highlights of this exhilarating event.
As HOT ROD Power Tour looks forward to another 30 years, enthusiasts can anticipate more unforgettable moments of camaraderie and horsepower on the horizon.
Source: Chevrolet/The-Block
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