TEN Launches Two Premier Automotive Events with
HOT ROD POWERFEST EAST and WEST
2015 Event Registration Now Open!
HOT ROD PowerFest West - Las Vegas, NV - Sep 26 & 27 @ The Linq parking lot
HOT ROD PowerFest East - Darlington, SC - Oct 3 & 4 @ Darlington Raceway
LOS ANGELES, CA – May 18, 2015 – TEN: The Enthusiast Network announced today the creation of two new premier events for automotive enthusiasts with the launch of HOT ROD POWERFEST EAST and WEST. Both HOT ROD POWERFESTS are annual two-day destination events that offer exciting features for participants and spectators who come to show their vehicles and share their appreciation for performance car culture.
“HOT ROD is crafting these PowerFest events as a fresh start to the car show format,” says TEN’s Senior Vice President of Content Strategy David Freiburger. “We’ll have all the elements expected from a traditional show, plus some twists that’ll make these memorable, must-attend experiences.”
HOT ROD PowerFest West will bring enthusiasts from the western United States to celebrate performance car culture Las Vegas style on September 26 -27, 2015 with the added excitement of headline entertainment and the thrill of Las Vegas. PowerFest West will be host to a wide range of vehicles from good old American muscle and street rods to high-end exotics, tricked out tuner cars, and a selection of the best trucks and low-riders in the west.
HOT ROD PowerFest East will be a premier gathering for car enthusiasts from the southeastern part of the country who will bring their beloved performance cars and trucks to Darlington, S.C. on October 3 – 4, 2015 to share their love of horsepower with the show’s spectators.
Spectator ticket information will be announced soon.
HOT ROD PowerFest West Participant Registration:
Registration includes the vehicle, entry for driver and co-pilot, and one goodie bag. Pricing is as follows:
Pre-registration: $125. *Available through Wednesday, September 23, 2015.
On-site registration: $150
Register online for HOT ROD PowerFest West at https://www.raceit.com/Register/?event=32827.
HOT ROD PowerFest East Participant Registration:
Registration includes the vehicle, entry for driver and co-pilot, and one goodie bag. Pricing is as follows:
Pre-registration: $50. *Available through Wednesday, September 30, 2015.
On-site registration: $65
Register online for HOT ROD PowerFest East at https://www.raceit.com/Register/?event=32829.
PowerFest East and West Event Features:
Performance Midway
Dyno Challenge - allows participants to see how much horsepower is under the hood
Autocross Event - blends driver skill and machine capability into one exciting event
Launch Box Challenge - an acceleration and raking contest in the span of 150 feet
Main Stage - performances and entertainment
Burnout Contest – participants generate as much noise and tire smoke as possible
Bikini Contest
PowerFest West Special Features and Highlights:
TEN Feature Vehicle Corral
Music performances throughout the day
Headline music act Saturday evening
PowerFest East Special Features and Highlights:
HOT ROD magazine Feature Car Area
Midnight drags
Cruise the infield
Lap Darlington Speedway
About HOT ROD Network:
HOT ROD has been the most-recognized brand in the world of high-performance cars since the iconic American magazine was founded in 1948. Today, the authoritative HOT ROD media footprint connects with more than 5 million individuals per month. The HOT ROD Network includes HOT ROD and HOT ROD DELUXE print and digital magazines; HOTROD.com; the two largest events of their kind, HOT ROD Power Tour and HOT ROD Drag Week; plus two monthly YouTube shows Roadkill (with 1 million-plus views per episode) and the new HOT ROD Garage.
About TEN: The Enthusiast Network:
TEN: The Enthusiast Network is the world’s premier network of enthusiast brands, such as MOTOR TREND, AUTOMOBILE, HOT ROD, SURFER, TRANSWORLD SKATEBOARDING, and GRINDTV. With more than 50 publications, 60 websites, 50 events, 1,000 branded products, the world’s largest automotive VOD channel, and the world’s largest action/adventure sports media platform, TEN inspires enthusiasts to pursue their passions. For more information, visit enthusiastnetwork.com.