A Sneak Around The Peak

This installment of the Fuel Fed Fun Guidebook we take you around SADDLEBACK, the mile high backdrop we see nearly everyday here at Blacktop Magazine.  Santiago and Modjeska, the two highest peaks of the Santa Ana Mountans along a ridge…

MISS FLUFF

Claudette Barjoud, also known as Miss Fluff, is a multi media artist working in both traditional and digital mediums. Her inspiration comes from childhood loves such as Betty Boop, Disney, Hello Kitty, and Vintage Barbie, just to name a few.…

Replacing the EGR Valve

DAILY DRIVER REPORT The Check Engine Light came on, and then off, and then back on again recently on the Blacktop Bruiser 2005 5.7L Hemi RAM truck recently. I first thought about writing an article about how to turn off…

Yvonne Mecialis – Artist Muralist

We met Yvonne during a private tour of the Lions Drag Strip Museum in Rancho Dominguez, California. Inspired by the world class murals in the museum, we asked her to send a few images of her work and bio. Enjoy!…

Fuel Fed Fun Guidebook – Long Beach, California

The first installment of our series we introduced in our Special Print Editions of Blacktop Magazine. There are pockets of hot rod shops, historical spots, scenic routes, and general automotive goodness. We present a listing in these pockets for visitors…

Jacob’s Low 5.0

A #KidWrencher Feature Jacob Favaro’s 2011 Mustang with a built-up Coyote and some really neat styling features. We met him in the Blue Lot at the recent SEMA Show. It’s his first car and invited to the SEMA Show. Way…

El Gran Patron

1971 Chevelle from Customs By Lopez. METALWORK/FABRICATION: Luis Gonzalez, Ricado Lopez, Manuel Lopez.Glass: Dynacorn. Mirrors: ADPM Motorworks custom. Nu-Relics power windows. CHASSIS/SUSPENSION: Ricardo Lopez, Jonathan Zabala, Brandon Lopez. Wheels: Budnik front: 18″x8″, rear: 19″x11″. Tires: front: 24570Z R18 R888R, rear:…

Blacktop Trading Cards

GET 10% OFF and $3.00 OFF SHIPPING NOW THROUGH December 31st! SALE EXTENDED THROUGH 12/31/19! Did you know, you can get YOUR CAR or bike on a cool trading card? Share them with friends and fans at car shows, events…

Jay Leno at the 2019 SEMA Show

Jay Leno is interviewed by Ken Gross at the 2019 SEMA Show New Products Awards Breakfast. We were there and recorded all the action. Sit back and enjoy a brief history of Jay’s love of all things automotive. We recently…

Gasoline and Coffee

Meet Anthony Robinson custom bike builder at Gasoline and Coffee, and owner of American Classic Garage Doors in Palmdale California. See more @GasolineAndCoffee on Instagram. He was recently selected as an invited builder for the next Born Free Motorcycle Show.…

Rack ‘Em or Stack ‘Em!

Thermo-Tec introduces the new Thermo-Flow Modular Cooler system When it comes to hot engines, everyone has a different way to keep cool. That’s why the innovators at Thermo-Tec designed the new Thermo-Flow Modular Cooler system. The only completely modular cooling…

EDELBROCK RETURNS TO THE 2019 SEMA SHOW

Edelbrock, a leading manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket performance parts, today announced its return to the SEMA Show for the 52nd consecutive year. Attendees will be able to view new superchargers and performance products, see noteworthy vehicles and participate in…