EV Rider reviewer Dan Scanlan takes a test drive in a 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness, a brand new and slightly more macho trim level for this well-known all-wheel-drive model.
This is the sixth-generation Forester, the “most rugged” yet, Subaru says, with a higher 9.3 inches of ground clearance, a similar bold black grill remains, and a bit more angular sculpting – with more copper accents. There’s a serious skid plate up front, angular black fender flare accents all-round, and 17-inch Yokohama Geolander A/T rubber.
Inside, that added height means it’s easy to slide into the Forester Wilderness’ dark gray buckets seats, embossed “Subaru Wilderness” logos on head restraints. Small plastic paddle shifters in back work eight simulated gears on the CVT, with a big 11.6-inch center touchscreen as part of a higher-mounted dashboard for increased space.
You can select Snow/Dirt or Deep Snow/Mud drive modes – on the screen – which can also display a nose camera video of what you are driving over, or all-wheel-drive status, roll and dive angle and steering articulation, with climate controls still active below. It’s frisky enough on-road, and able to comfortably go gently off-road .
So read lots more about this – 2026 Subaru Forester Ups Its Game With Wilderness Trim – and see more interior and exterior images by EV Rider reviewer Dan Scanlan.And check out lots more views of EV, PHEV and ICE vehicles at EV Rider.
The next Caffeine & Octane Jacksonville, set for 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 9. — Gentle reminders – All vehicles parked in the Central Lot Features area must remain in place until the show concludes. If you cannot stay until then, please park in the exhibit lot. And please listen to C&O volunteer staff.
And heads-up:
The 11th annual San Jose Car & Truck Show: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, at Dupont Station Shopping Center, 6271 St. Augustine Road. Free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle – Visit firstcoastcarculture.com for information, and click here to register.
Past events:
First Coast Car Council’s 40th Birthday Party Car and Truck Show: Last Saturday, at K1 Speed on Executive Park Court – proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Jax Speed Shop Spring Car Show: Last Saturday, at the shop at 48 Lee Road.
Upcoming events:
Nease High School NJROTC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, at the school at 10478 Ray Road in Ponte Vedra. An official Morning Motor Social event, the event is free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle.
Home Runs and Hot Rods: 10 a.m. on Saturday, at Thomas Jefferson Park at 361 Bulls Bay Highway in Jacksonville. Spectator admission is free, and vehicle registration is $25 per – donations help the Marietta Bulls Bay Athletic Association’s baseball programs.
Clay County Touch A Truck: Set for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, at the Clay County Fairgrounds at 2463 Florida 16
in Green Cove Springs. The county holds a special 10 a.m. ceremony with a focus on the country’s 250th anniversary. The event starts with a quiet time for attendees sensitive to loud noises, then noon to 2 p.m. trucks will fire up engines and sirens. Free for spectators, with display vehicles from local fire, police, public safety and government operators
11th Annual San Jose Car & Truck Show: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, at Dupont Station Shopping Center, 6271 St. Augustine Road. Free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle – Visit firstcoastcarculture.com for information and registration.
16th annual Rev It Up! Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 9th, at Moosehaven at 1701 Park Ave. in Orange Park. Free for spectators and $25 for day-of-show show vehicles.
PT Cruiser 25th Anniversary Show: Birthday party at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., followed by a PT Cruiser Show at 10:30 a.m. at The Brumos Collection at 5159 San Pablo Road S. Check the link for more information.
Veterans Car Show: Saturday, May 20, at the American Legion Lakeshore Post 137, with VFW Post 7909, at 5443 San Juan Ave. Free for spectators – all show vehicles must be pre-1987. No time listed – TBA.
Memorial Day Rod Run: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, at 449648 U.S. 301 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles.
King of the South Car Show: 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Show vehicle registration is $70 for Super VIP, to $30 General Admission. Car limbo competition is at 4:30 p.m.; exhaust competition is 5 p.m.; burnout competitions at 6 p.m.
Don McCoin Memorial Car Show: 11 am. to 3 p.m. on Sunday June 14, at Burnett Park, 3740 Burnett Park Road. Free for spectators and $15 per show entrant, proceeds from registration and concession stand tips will be donated to the McCoin family.
Photo by Chris Conover
Don was an avid car guy who often drove his personally-restored yellow 1957 BMW Isetta, with a tiny 300-cc engine making 13 horsepower, to shows. He was also a veteran auto race and BMW Club member and driving instructor. He passed away in early April.
Northeast Florida Rod Run/Car Show/Swap meet: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Northeast Florida Fairground at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 day of show for display vehicles.
Rocketman Rally and Show: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Trout Creek Memorial Park, 6550 Florida 13 N. Spectators are free, show vehicle registration is $15, register on Eventbrite.
First Coast Car Council’s Cruisin’ to the Creek Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Trout Creek Memorial Park at 6550 Florida 13 in Northwest St. Johns County. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Fall Classic Pontiac-Oakland-GMC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Free to spectators and $30 per show vehicle day of show.
Ponte Vedra Auto Show: 10 a.m. on Sunday, November 8, at 245 Nocatee Center in Ponte Vedra Beach. More details soon.
Clay County Cruzers, Callahan Cruisers and Amelia Cruizers all hold regular weekend cruise-ins, so check their Facebook pages.
Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday at The Avenues Mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Information: https://bit.ly/3gPRvVQ.
** New cruise-in: 6 to 9 p.m. every first Monday of each month at the BRIX, 300 2nd St., in Jacksonville Beach – sponsored by the Cadillac Kings.
**New cruise-in – PJ’s Cars and Coffee: 7 to 9 a.m. every first Sunday of the month at 3470 Royal Pines Drive in Middleburg
** B.C.O.D. (Bold City Oil Drippers) Mid-Month Cruise: 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, **at Myrtle Avenue Brewing, 633 Myrtle Ave. N.
**Alert – Cruise Fruit Cove: Postponed until a new contract is signed between the Sunshine State Chevelles and Gate Petroleum. They will also postpone January’s cruise-in – more to come.
Morning Motor Social: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday of each month, at Park Place at Nocatee, 100 Palmetto Park Place in Ponte Vedra – free for spectators and show vehicles. Pre-register at morningmotorsocial.com.
North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on each first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub, 9720 Deer Lake Court off Southside Boulevard.
UB Coffee & Cars: 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. every Sunday at the Urban Bean Coffeehouse Café at 2023 Park Ave. in Orange Park – sponsored by Classic Motorworks.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike Meet: noon to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at 10749 N. Main St.
Rides and Brews: 8 to 10 a.m. each first Saturday of each month at 10618 Deerwood Park Blvd. – held for car clubs and vehicles, organized by vehicle style,by the North Florida Type R/Type S community.
Mod Talk Tuesdays: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant at 10915 Baymeadows Road. For car, truck and bike enthusiasts.
Cruise-in at the Creek: 9 a.m. to noon every fifth Saturday at Trout Creek Park, 6550 Florida 13 N.
New – Fernandina Beach Car Meet: 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month at Famous Quick Lube, 1707 8th St. Fernandina Beach.
Jeeps and Java: 9 to 11 a.m. each third Sunday of the month at Rummies and Yummies bakery and coffee bar at 1580 Wells Road – a free cruise-in for Jeep owners.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike meet: Free cruise-in from noon to 5 p.m. each 1st and 3rd Saturday at the shopping center at 3000 Dunn Ave.
Orange Blossom Breakfast Show: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., presented by Beaches Classic Cruisers and Carl Bush.
Beaches Classic Cruisers new event: Second Sunday Coffee and Carburetors, 10 a.m. Sunday Nov. 9, at the Hotel Palms at 28 Sherry Drive in Atlantic Beach.
Amelia Cruizers: 3 to 6 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month, meeting at Townies Pizza, 819 T.J. Courson Road.
Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise: 4 to 7 p.m. every fourth Tuesday at Latham Plaza, 143 2nd St. N. in Jacksonville Beach. This is a City of Jacksonville Beach sponsored event, but November’s is the last cruise of the year because Deck the Chairs takes over Latham Plaza through December.
Cruisin’ Classics Cruise-in: 1 to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month on the back lawn of the Elks Lodge at 1855 West Road, off Beach Boulevard – Hamburgers and more on sale.
Wings & Wheels Cruise-in: 2 to 6 pm. each first Saturday at Dicks Wings & Grill at 6055 Youngerman Circle.
Rides and Coffee: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every fourth Sunday at Detail Garage, 9390 Arlington Expressway.
First Coast Car Council: All cruise-ins postponed.
Callahan Cruisers: 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday at Hardee’s at 542309 U.S. 1 in Callahan.
***NEW SITE**Kingsland Cars & Coffee: 9 a.m. to noon every first Saturday, with expanded parking now at Tasty’s at 1607 Georgia 40 in Kingsland.
Yulee Cars and Coffee: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Sunday at the Sonic Drive-In at 463939 Florida 200 in Yulee.
Brunch with Cars: noon to 3 p.m. every third Sunday at Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar, 1567 University Blvd. W.
Cars and Gars: noon to 5 p.m. every 1st and third Saturday at Allusion’s restaurant and bar at 5045 Soutel Drive.
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice cruise-in: noon to 3 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the business at 18111 Golden Eagle Way on Fleming Island.
Apex Auto Car Show and Cruise-in: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at Apex Automotive, 9962 San Jose Blvd.
Cars, Bikes and Burgers: 7:30 to 11 p.m. every last Friday of each month at Steak ‘n Shake at 10661 San Jose Blvd.
**UPDATED** Clay County Cruzers’ events: 2 to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at Callahan’s Irish Bistro, 2141 Loch Rane Blvd. in Orange Park; 1 to 4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at Big Dawg’s at 1330 Blanding Blvd. in Orange Park; 2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at Cheers Park Avenue, 1138 Park Ave. in Orange Park; and 2 to 5 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Gator’s Dockside, 8316 Merchants Way, Jacksonville.
**NEW LISTING – Here’s the Pharoah’s of St. John’s cruise-in and show listing for 2026:
Oakleaf Classic Car Cruise-In: 5 p.m. every fourth Friday at Trinity Oakleaf, 710 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway in Orange Park, with food truck – Clay County Cruzers.
Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine events:
The regular monthly cruise-ins: St. Augustine Cruiser’s “Cruise In” from 5 to 7 p.m. every third Saturday, and Cars and Coffee from 8 to 10 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Both cruise-ins are at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Dixie Highway South in St. Augustine. And the museum is open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cars and Coffee Fleming Island: 8 a.m. every fourth Sunday of the month at 2310 Village Square Parkway, Fleming Island.
New cruise-in: 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Mission BBQ, 8440 Blanding Blvd. in Jacksonville, hosted by Modern Mustangs of Jacksonville.
New cruise-in: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the Rockin’ 50’s Eatery at 3501 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd. in St. Augustine.
Show and Tell: 6 to 9 p.m. every fourth Thursday at Advance Auto Parts at 10014 Atlantic Blvd.
Azalea City Cruisers: Monthly cruise-in from 5 to 8 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Velchoffs Corner, 105 N. 2nd St. in Palatka.
Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise: 3 p.m. every fourth Saturday between 8th and 17th streets at Main Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield community.
Wait – there’s more:
Go as fast as possible without spending more than $2000? Impossible?
Grassroots Motorsports Gainesville Raceway once again hosted last weekend’s Grassroots Motorsports $2000 Challenge presented by Tire Rack. That is where teams race their $2,000 or less creations in autocross, and the track’s quarter-mile dragstrip. Oh yes – they have to impress judges during a concours-style show.
The overall winner, seen above, may look like a VW Beetle. But Derek Penner brought an improved version of an already-wild Mazda Miata with a Fahrvergnugen skin – it won the top trophy and a $1,000 gift card from Tire Rack. Overall results:
1st Overall – Biggest trophy and a $1000 Tire Rack gift card: Derek Penner, 1970 Volkswagen Beetle
2nd Overall – Bigger trophy and a $500 Tire Rack gift card: Wreck Racing, 1986 Dodge Conquest TSi
3rd Overall – Big trophy and $250 Tire Rack gift card: Jonathan Whitaker, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28
GTN$ Winner – Trophy and a $250 Grassroots Motorsports Store gift card: Colin Sorensen, 2004 Mazda RX-8
GTW$ Winner – Trophy and a $250 Grassroots Motorsports Store gift card: Rob Rabenstein, 2004 Mazda RX-8
GTU$ Winner – Trophy and a $250 Grassroots Motorsports Store gift card: Derek Penner, 1970 Volkswagen Beetle
The next Caffeine & Octane Jacksonville, set for 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 9. celebrating “Autobahn Legends” in the Feature Area thanks to our sponsor, Tom Bush Family of Dealerships.
Gentle reminders – All vehicles parked in the Central Lot Features area must remain in place until the show concludes. If you cannot stay until then, please park in the exhibit lot. And please listen to C&O volunteer staff.
And heads-up:
The 11th annual San Jose Car & Truck Show: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, at Dupont Station Shopping Center, 6271 St. Augustine Road. Free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle – Visit firstcoastcarculture.com for information, and click here to register.
Upcoming events:
First Coast Car Council’s 40th Birthday Party Car and Truck Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, at K1 Speed at 6601 Executive Park Court. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
The Sunshine Daydream Buggy Event. Volkswagen event from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Kraft Athletic Club, 961023 Buccaneer Trail, Fernandina Beach. Proceeds are for the Nassau Human Society.
Sacred Heart Spring Carnival Car Show: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, at the church at 5752 Blanding Blvd. Free for spectators, and $25 per show vehicle – includes one lunch.
Middleburg Spring Festival and Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, at2102 Palmetto St. Spectators are free, and show vehicles $20, proceeds donated to charity – held by the Clay County Cruzers.
Melrose BBQ Brawl and Classic Car Crawl: 10 a/m/ to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday at Heritage Park, 201 Florida 26 in Melrose. Free car show admission and $20 per show vehicle.
Jax Speed Shop Spring Car Show: 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, at the shop at 48 Lee Road. Free for spectators and show vehicles, with live music.
Katelyn’s Ride for Autism: A Golf Cart Poker Run based in Hilliard, which promotes autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion across Northeast Florida. All proceeds benefit The Arc Nassau. Carts line up at 10 a.m. Saturday, at Conner Road in Hilliard – $75 per golf cart. Then at 2 p.m., there’s a car show, admission free for show vehicles and spectators – donations welcome.
Nease High School NJROTC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the school at 10478 Ray Road in Ponte Vedra. An official Morning Motor Social event, the event is free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle.
Home Runs and Hot Rods: 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, at Thomas Jefferson Park at 361 Bulls Bay Highway in Jacksonville. Spectator admission is free, and vehicle registration is $25 per – donations help the Marietta Bulls Bay Athletic Association’s baseball programs.
Clay County Touch A Truck: Set for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the Clay County Fairgrounds at 2463 Florida 16
in Green Cove Springs. The county holds a special 10 a.m. ceremony with a focus on the country’s 250th anniversary. The event starts with a quiet time for attendees sensitive to loud noises, then noon to 2 p.m. trucks will fire up engines and sirens. Free for spectators, with display vehicles from local fire, police, public safety and government operators
11th Annual San Jose Car & Truck Show: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, at Dupont Station Shopping Center, 6271 St. Augustine Road. Free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle – Visit firstcoastcarculture.com for information and registration.
16th annual Rev It Up! Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 9th, at Moosehaven at 1701 Park Ave. in Orange Park. Free for spectators and $25 for day-of-show show vehicles.
PT Cruiser 25th Anniversary Show: Birthday party at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., followed by a PT Cruiser Show at 10:30 a.m. at The Brumos Collection at 5159 San Pablo Road S. Check the link for more information.
Veterans Car Show: Saturday, May 20, at the American Legion Lakeshore Post 137, with VFW Post 7909, at 5443 San Juan Ave. Free for spectators – all show vehicles must be pre-1987. No time listed – TBA.
Memorial Day Rod Run: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, at 449648 U.S. 301 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles.
King of the South Car Show: 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Show vehicle registration is $70 for Super VIP, to $30 General Admission. Car limbo competition is at 4:30 p.m.; exhaust competition is 5 p.m.; burnout competitions at 6 p.m.
Northeast Florida Rod Run/Car Show/Swap meet: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Northeast Florida Fairground at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 day of show for display vehicles.
Rocketman Rally and Show: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Trout Creek Memorial Park, 6550 Florida 13 N. Spectators are free, show vehicle registration is $15, register on Eventbrite.
First Coast Car Council’s Cruisin’ to the Creek Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Trout Creek Memorial Park at 6550 Florida 13 in Northwest St. Johns County. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Fall Classic Pontiac-Oakland-GMC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Free to spectators and $30 per show vehicle day of show.
Ponte Vedra Auto Show: 10 a.m. on Sunday, November 8, at 245 Nocatee Center in Ponte Vedra Beach. More details soon.
Clay County Cruzers, Callahan Cruisers and Amelia Cruizers all hold regular weekend cruise-ins, so check their Facebook pages.
Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday at The Avenues Mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Information: https://bit.ly/3gPRvVQ.
** New cruise-in: 6 to 9 p.m. every first Monday of each month at the BRIX, 300 2nd St., in Jacksonville Beach – sponsored by the Cadillac Kings.
**New cruise-in – PJ’s Cars and Coffee: 7 to 9 a.m. every first Sunday of the month at 3470 Royal Pines Drive in Middleburg
** B.C.O.D. (Bold City Oil Drippers) Mid-Month Cruise: 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, **at Myrtle Avenue Brewing, 633 Myrtle Ave. N.
**Alert – Cruise Fruit Cove: Postponed until a new contract is signed between the Sunshine State Chevelles and Gate Petroleum. They will also postpone January’s cruise-in – more to come.
Morning Motor Social: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday of each month, at Park Place at Nocatee, 100 Palmetto Park Place in Ponte Vedra – free for spectators and show vehicles. Pre-register at morningmotorsocial.com.
North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on each first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub, 9720 Deer Lake Court off Southside Boulevard.
UB Coffee & Cars: 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. every Sunday at the Urban Bean Coffeehouse Café at 2023 Park Ave. in Orange Park – sponsored by Classic Motorworks.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike Meet: noon to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at 10749 N. Main St.
Rides and Brews: 8 to 10 a.m. each first Saturday of each month at 10618 Deerwood Park Blvd. – held for car clubs and vehicles, organized by vehicle style,by the North Florida Type R/Type S community.
Mod Talk Tuesdays: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant at 10915 Baymeadows Road. For car, truck and bike enthusiasts.
Cruise-in at the Creek: 9 a.m. to noon every fifth Saturday at Trout Creek Park, 6550 Florida 13 N.
New – Fernandina Beach Car Meet: 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month at Famous Quick Lube, 1707 8th St. Fernandina Beach.
Jeeps and Java: 9 to 11 a.m. each third Sunday of the month at Rummies and Yummies bakery and coffee bar at 1580 Wells Road – a free cruise-in for Jeep owners.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike meet: Free cruise-in from noon to 5 p.m. each 1st and 3rd Saturday at the shopping center at 3000 Dunn Ave.
Orange Blossom Breakfast Show: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., presented by Beaches Classic Cruisers and Carl Bush.
Beaches Classic Cruisers new event: Second Sunday Coffee and Carburetors, 10 a.m. Sunday Nov. 9, at the Hotel Palms at 28 Sherry Drive in Atlantic Beach.
Amelia Cruizers: 3 to 6 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month, meeting at Townies Pizza, 819 T.J. Courson Road.
Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise: 4 to 7 p.m. every fourth Tuesday at Latham Plaza, 143 2nd St. N. in Jacksonville Beach. This is a City of Jacksonville Beach sponsored event, but November’s is the last cruise of the year because Deck the Chairs takes over Latham Plaza through December.
Cruisin’ Classics Cruise-in: 1 to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month on the back lawn of the Elks Lodge at 1855 West Road, off Beach Boulevard – Hamburgers and more on sale.
Wings & Wheels Cruise-in: 2 to 6 pm. each first Saturday at Dicks Wings & Grill at 6055 Youngerman Circle.
Rides and Coffee: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every fourth Sunday at Detail Garage, 9390 Arlington Expressway.
First Coast Car Council: All cruise-ins postponed.
Callahan Cruisers: 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday at Hardee’s at 542309 U.S. 1 in Callahan.
***NEW SITE**Kingsland Cars & Coffee: 9 a.m. to noon every first Saturday, with expanded parking now at Tasty’s at 1607 Georgia 40 in Kingsland.
Yulee Cars and Coffee: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Sunday at the Sonic Drive-In at 463939 Florida 200 in Yulee.
Brunch with Cars: noon to 3 p.m. every third Sunday at Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar, 1567 University Blvd. W.
Cars and Gars: noon to 5 p.m. every 1st and third Saturday at Allusion’s restaurant and bar at 5045 Soutel Drive.
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice cruise-in: noon to 3 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the business at 18111 Golden Eagle Way on Fleming Island.
Apex Auto Car Show and Cruise-in: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at Apex Automotive, 9962 San Jose Blvd.
Cars, Bikes and Burgers: 7:30 to 11 p.m. every last Friday of each month at Steak ‘n Shake at 10661 San Jose Blvd.
**UPDATED** Clay County Cruzers’ events: 2 to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at Callahan’s Irish Bistro, 2141 Loch Rane Blvd. in Orange Park; 1 to 4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at Big Dawg’s at 1330 Blanding Blvd. in Orange Park; 2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at Cheers Park Avenue, 1138 Park Ave. in Orange Park; and 2 to 5 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Gator’s Dockside, 8316 Merchants Way, Jacksonville.
**NEW LISTING – Here’s the Pharoah’s of St. John’s cruise-in and show listing for 2026:
Oakleaf Classic Car Cruise-In: 5 p.m. every fourth Friday at Trinity Oakleaf, 710 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway in Orange Park, with food truck – Clay County Cruzers.
Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine events:
The regular monthly cruise-ins: St. Augustine Cruiser’s “Cruise In” from 5 to 7 p.m. every third Saturday, and Cars and Coffee from 8 to 10 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Both cruise-ins are at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Dixie Highway South in St. Augustine. And the museum is open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cars and Coffee Fleming Island: 8 a.m. every fourth Sunday of the month at 2310 Village Square Parkway, Fleming Island.
New cruise-in: 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Mission BBQ, 8440 Blanding Blvd. in Jacksonville, hosted by Modern Mustangs of Jacksonville.
New cruise-in: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the Rockin’ 50’s Eatery at 3501 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd. in St. Augustine.
Show and Tell: 6 to 9 p.m. every fourth Thursday at Advance Auto Parts at 10014 Atlantic Blvd.
Azalea City Cruisers: Monthly cruise-in from 5 to 8 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Velchoffs Corner, 105 N. 2nd St. in Palatka.
Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise: 4 p.m. every fourth Saturday between 8th and 17th streets at Main Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield community.
The next Caffeine & Octane Jacksonville, set for 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 9 – yes, May 9 – at The Avenues mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. April’s event is cancelled. — Gentle reminders – All vehicles parked in the Central Lot Features area must remain in place until the show concludes. If you cannot stay until then, please park in the exhibit lot. And please listen to C&O volunteer staff.
And heads-up — 11th Annual San Jose Car & Truck Show: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, at Dupont Station Shopping Center, 6271 St. Augustine Road. Free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle – Visit firstcoastcarculture.com for information and registration.
St. Augustine Cruisers 25th annual Car Show: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine, 4730 U.S. 1 S. Free for spectators and $30 per show vehicle day-of-show.
FSCJ Car Show: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, at Florida State College at Jacksonville’s downtown campus at 401 W. State St. Free for spectators and $20 donation per show vehicle. Plus, the next Electrathon race for high school- and college-built (FSCJ too) EV race cars is set for the show.
Wings & Wheels & Why: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, at Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport at 700 Airport Road in Fernandina Beach. Free to the public – public parking $20 per vehicle, and $35 per show vehicle day of show. Proceeds benefit FoFA Scholarship Fund.
Combat Vets Association Car & Bike Show and Poker Run: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, at J-Tech at 8813 Western Way. The poker run starts at 11 a.m., $20 per rider and $10 per passenger, starting and ending at J-Tech. The car show is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sacred Heart Spring Carnival Car Show: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the church at 5752 Blanding Blvd. Free for spectators, and $25 per show vehicle – includes one lunch.
First Coast Car Council’s 40th Birthday Party Car and Truck Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at K1 Speed at 6601 Executive Park Court. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Middleburg Spring Festival and Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at2102 Palmetto St. Spectators are free, and show vehicles $20, proceeds donated to charity – held by the Clay County Cruzers.
Jax Speed Shop Spring Car Show: 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the shop at 48 Lee Road. Free for spectators and show vehicles, with live music.
Katelyn’s Ride for Autism: A Golf Cart Poker Run based in Hilliard, which promotes autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion across Northeast Florida. All proceeds benefit The Arc Nassau. Carts line up at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at Conner Road in Hilliard – $75 per golf cart. Then at 2 p.m., there’s a car show, admission free for show vehicles and spectators – donations welcome. More info to come.
Nease High School NJROTC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the school at 10478 Ray Road in Ponte Vedra. An official Morning Motor Social event, the event is free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle.
Home Runs and Hot Rods: 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, at Thomas Jefferson Park at 361 Bulls Bay Highway in Jacksonville. Spectator admission is free, and vehicle registration is $25 per – donations help the Marietta Bulls Bay Athletic Association’s baseball programs.
Clay County Touch A Truck: Set for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the Clay County Fairgrounds at 2463 Florida 16
in Green Cove Springs. The county holds a special 10 a.m. ceremony with a focus on the country’s 250th anniversary. The event starts with a quiet time for attendees sensitive to loud noises, then noon to 2 p.m. trucks will fire up engines and sirens. Free for spectators, with display vehicles from local fire, police, public safety and government operators
11th Annual San Jose Car & Truck Show: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, at Dupont Station Shopping Center, 6271 St. Augustine Road. Free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle – Visit firstcoastcarculture.com for information and registration.
16th annual Rev It Up! Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, at Moosehaven at 1701 Park Ave. in Orange Park. Free for spectators and $25 for day-of-show show vehicles.
PT Cruiser 25th Anniversary Show: Birthday party at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., followed by a PT Cruiser Show at 10:30 a.m. at The Brumos Collection at 5159 San Pablo Road S. Check the link for more information.
Veterans Car Show: Saturday, May 20, at the American Legion Lakeshore Post 137, with VFW Post 7909, at 5443 San Juan Ave. Free for spectators – all show vehicles must be pre-1987. No time listed – TBA.
Memorial Day Rod Run: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, at 449648 U.S. 301 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles.
King of the South Car Show: 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Show vehicle registration is $70 for Super VIP, to $30 General Admission. Car limbo competition is at 4:30 p.m.; exhaust competition is 5 p.m.; burnout competitions at 6 p.m.
Northeast Florida Rod Run/Car Show/Swap meet: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Northeast Florida Fairground at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 day of show for display vehicles.
Rocketman Rally and Show: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Trout Creek Memorial Park, 6550 Florida 13 N. Spectators are free, show vehicle registration is $15, register on Eventbrite.
First Coast Car Council’s Cruisin’ to the Creek Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Trout Creek Memorial Park at 6550 Florida 13 in Northwest St. Johns County. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Fall Classic Pontiac-Oakland-GMC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Free to spectators and $30 per show vehicle day of show.
Ponte Vedra Auto Show: 10 a.m. on Sunday, November 8, at 245 Nocatee Center in Ponte Vedra Beach. More details soon.
Clay County Cruzers, Callahan Cruisers and Amelia Cruizers all hold regular weekend cruise-ins, so check their Facebook pages.
Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday at The Avenues Mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Information: https://bit.ly/3gPRvVQ.
** New cruise-in: 6 to 9 p.m. every first Monday of each month at the BRIX, 300 2nd St., in Jacksonville Beach – sponsored by the Cadillac Kings.
**New cruise-in – PJ’s Cars and Coffee: 7 to 9 a.m. every first Sunday of the month at 3470 Royal Pines Drive in Middleburg
** B.C.O.D. (Bold City Oil Drippers) Mid-Month Cruise: 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, **at Myrtle Avenue Brewing, 633 Myrtle Ave. N.
**Alert – Cruise Fruit Cove: Postponed until a new contract is signed between the Sunshine State Chevelles and Gate Petroleum. They will also postpone January’s cruise-in – more to come.
Morning Motor Social: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday of each month, at Park Place at Nocatee, 100 Palmetto Park Place in Ponte Vedra – free for spectators and show vehicles. Pre-register at morningmotorsocial.com.
North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on each first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub, 9720 Deer Lake Court off Southside Boulevard.
UB Coffee & Cars: 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. every Sunday at the Urban Bean Coffeehouse Café at 2023 Park Ave. in Orange Park – sponsored by Classic Motorworks.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike Meet: noon to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at 10749 N. Main St.
Rides and Brews: 8 to 10 a.m. each first Saturday of each month at 10618 Deerwood Park Blvd. – held for car clubs and vehicles, organized by vehicle style,by the North Florida Type R/Type S community.
Mod Talk Tuesdays: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant at 10915 Baymeadows Road. For car, truck and bike enthusiasts.
Cruise-in at the Creek: 9 a.m. to noon every fifth Saturday at Trout Creek Park, 6550 Florida 13 N.
New – Fernandina Beach Car Meet: 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month at Famous Quick Lube, 1707 8th St. Fernandina Beach.
Jeeps and Java: 9 to 11 a.m. each third Sunday of the month at Rummies and Yummies bakery and coffee bar at 1580 Wells Road – a free cruise-in for Jeep owners.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike meet: Free cruise-in from noon to 5 p.m. each 1st and 3rd Saturday at the shopping center at 3000 Dunn Ave.
Orange Blossom Breakfast Show: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., presented by Beaches Classic Cruisers and Carl Bush.
Beaches Classic Cruisers new event: Second Sunday Coffee and Carburetors, 10 a.m. Sunday Nov. 9, at the Hotel Palms at 28 Sherry Drive in Atlantic Beach.
Amelia Cruizers: 3 to 6 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month, meeting at Townies Pizza, 819 T.J. Courson Road.
Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise: 4 to 7 p.m. every fourth Tuesday at Latham Plaza, 143 2nd St. N. in Jacksonville Beach. This is a City of Jacksonville Beach sponsored event, but November’s is the last cruise of the year because Deck the Chairs takes over Latham Plaza through December.
Cruisin’ Classics Cruise-in: 1 to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month on the back lawn of the Elks Lodge at 1855 West Road, off Beach Boulevard – Hamburgers and more on sale.
Wings & Wheels Cruise-in: 2 to 6 pm. each first Saturday at Dicks Wings & Grill at 6055 Youngerman Circle.
Rides and Coffee: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every fourth Sunday at Detail Garage, 9390 Arlington Expressway.
First Coast Car Council: All cruise-ins postponed.
Callahan Cruisers: 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday at Hardee’s at 542309 U.S. 1 in Callahan.
***NEW SITE**Kingsland Cars & Coffee: 9 a.m. to noon every first Saturday, with expanded parking now at Tasty’s at 1607 Georgia 40 in Kingsland.
Yulee Cars and Coffee: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Sunday at the Sonic Drive-In at 463939 Florida 200 in Yulee.
Brunch with Cars: noon to 3 p.m. every third Sunday at Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar, 1567 University Blvd. W.
Cars and Gars: noon to 5 p.m. every 1st and third Saturday at Allusion’s restaurant and bar at 5045 Soutel Drive.
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice cruise-in: noon to 3 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the business at 18111 Golden Eagle Way on Fleming Island.
Apex Auto Car Show and Cruise-in: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at Apex Automotive, 9962 San Jose Blvd.
Cars, Bikes and Burgers: 7:30 to 11 p.m. every last Friday of each month at Steak ‘n Shake at 10661 San Jose Blvd.
**UPDATED** Clay County Cruzers’ events: 2 to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at Callahan’s Irish Bistro, 2141 Loch Rane Blvd. in Orange Park; 1 to 4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at Whitey’s Fish Camp at 2032 County Road 20 in Fleming Island; 2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at Cheers Park Avenue, 1138 Park Ave. in Orange Park; and 2 to 5 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Gator’s Dockside, 8316 Merchants Way, Jacksonville.
**NEW LISTING – Here’s the Pharoah’s of St. John’s cruise-in and show listing for 2026:
Oakleaf Classic Car Cruise-In: 5 p.m. every fourth Friday at Trinity Oakleaf, 710 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway in Orange Park, with food truck – Clay County Cruzers.
Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine events:
The regular monthly cruise-ins: St. Augustine Cruiser’s “Cruise In” from 5 to 7 p.m. every third Saturday, and Cars and Coffee from 8 to 10 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Both cruise-ins are at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Dixie Highway South in St. Augustine. And the museum is open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cars and Coffee Fleming Island: 8 a.m. every fourth Sunday of the month at 2310 Village Square Parkway, Fleming Island.
New cruise-in: 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Mission BBQ, 8440 Blanding Blvd. in Jacksonville, hosted by Modern Mustangs of Jacksonville.
New cruise-in: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the Rockin’ 50’s Eatery at 3501 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd. in St. Augustine.
Show and Tell: 6 to 9 p.m. every fourth Thursday at Advance Auto Parts at 10014 Atlantic Blvd.
Azalea City Cruisers: Monthly cruise-in from 5 to 8 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Velchoffs Corner, 105 N. 2nd St. in Palatka.
Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise: 4 p.m. every fourth Saturday between 8th and 17th streets at Main Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield community.
But wait, here’s more…
For over 60 years, Lola won more than 500 championships, one winner the Lola T70 developed in 1964. Designed by Eric Broadley, it was a successor to the Lola Mk6 and would become one of the most iconic racing cars of its era. The chassis was built with a primarily aluminum monocoque and was typically powered by large American V-8, making it a formidable competitor in various racing series running to a myriad of sporting regulations.
Now comes the T70S, offering owners an opportunity to follow in the footsteps of racing legends and experience the thrill of driving innovation themselves. Alongside its cutting-edge Formula E program, the T70S represents Lola’s drive to innovate for a new generation of enthusiasts. Leveraging the advancements of the future to continue the legacy of the past. In addition to the competition specification – 5-liter Chevrolet V-8/530 hp/425 lb-ft of torque with a Hewland LG 600 transaxle – it’s good for 203mph.
Lola will offer a variant optimized for drivability on road or track – the T70S GT, with refined ergonomics, climate control and limited storage solutions, plus damper adjustments and a Lola specification engine and gearbox pairing, developed for road use.
Unplugged Performance has a new car to race up the Pikes Peak Hillclimb – an autonomous Tesla named “Goldmember.”
The Hawthorne, California company built a sub-10-minute Pikes Peak car called Dark Helmet in 2023 to lap records at Laguna Seca, Buttonwillow, and Willow Springs. Now it’s bringing a purpose-built autonomous hill climb car based on the upcoming Tesla Cybercab (Robotaxi) platform.
“Dark Helmet” was a Model S-APEX race car that attacked the mountain with one of the most aggressive aerodynamic packages ever fitted to a Tesla. Goldmember takes aero program and transplants it onto the Cybercab’s compact, autonomous-ready chassis. The massive carbon-fiber rear wing with its dual-plane endplates, the sculpted front splitter assembly, the full carbon diffuser, the canards; all tuned for a platform that doesn’t need a driver at all. The result is a vehicle with butterfly doors and a pink “Casa Bonita” liveried wing towering off the rear deck. It will produce 1,020 horsepower and 1,050 lb-ft of torque, a claimed 0-60 time of under 1.5 seconds, and it weighs 4,200 pounds as it climbs a 19-mile Pikes Peak International Hill Climb circuit.
Photo: Ford
The Ford GT Mk IV sets the fastest time ever run at the Nürburgring by an American OEM, and third fastest time overall. The time of six minutes, 15.977 seconds makes this the fastest car that is exclusively powered by an Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) around the Nürburgring Nordschleife. Ride on board with Frédéric Vervisch in the Ford GT Mk IV for the historic moment at the Green Hell.
EV Rider reviewer Dan Scanlan takes a test drive in a 2026 Buick Enclave Avenir AWD, one of four SUVs that the venerable Flint, Michigan automaker does now – no sedans in the mix anymore. But there is some sense of Buick style here, from the smoked chrome honeycombed grill, slit LED DRLs and relatively long 120.9-inch wheelbase..
There’s some style flash in the use of chrome, the sleek running lights and the big 18-spoke silver alloy wheels shod in 22-inch Continental CrossContact rubber.
Inside, a blue-over-dove gray interior with bronze accents and glowing ambient lighting, plus ash gray wood door accents and perforated alloy Bose speaker grilles. The white leather seats are flat if comfy, with heating, cooling and massage up front. Then there’s the sweeping 30-inch gauge/infotainment display atop the dashboard’s centerpiece, multi-configurable with digital speedometer and more for the driver, then central navigation screen that also offered wireless Apple Car Play and Android Auto, plus HD radio via a 16-speaker Bose audio system. There’s lots of room in the twin captain’s chairs in the second row, a usable 3-person bench seat, and decent cargo room behind.
The next Caffeine & Octane Jacksonville, set for 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 9 – yes, May 9 – at The Avenues mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Showcasing “Legends of the Autobahn” in our Feature Area — Gentle reminders – All vehicles parked in the Central Lot Features area must remain in place until the show concludes. If you cannot stay until then, please park in the exhibit lot. And please listen to C&O volunteer staff.
Callahan Cruisers annual Railroad Day show last Saturday:
Upcoming events:
North Florida Auto Expo: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Fields Auto Group’s Porsche Jacksonville operation at 405 World Commerce Parkway in St. Augustine. Your favorite brands and the latest vehicle lineups come together with dedicated corrals featuring major automotive brand local chapters, plus classic and modern hot rods. Spectator parking is available at Ring Power across the street, with food trucks and more.
Fifth annual Easter Showdown: 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, at 9101 Dames Point Road, under the Dames Point Bridge. Spectators are $5 per, and show vehicle registration $30 day of show; motorcycles and side-by-sides $20.
St. Marys Waterfront Auto Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, at St. Marys Waterfront Park at 201 St. Marys St. Free for spectators and $40 per show vehicle.
St. Augustine Cruisers 25th annual Car Show: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine, 4730 U.S. 1 S. Free for spectators and $30 per show vehicle day-of-show.
FSCJ Car Show: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Florida State College at Jacksonville’s downtown campus at 401 W. State St. Free for spectators and $20 donation per show vehicle. Plus, the next Electrathon race for high school- and college-built (FSCJ too) EV race cars is set for the show.
Wings & Wheels & Why: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport at 700 Airport Road in Fernandina Beach. Free to the public – public parking $20 per vehicle, and $35 per show vehicle day of show. Proceeds benefit FoFA Scholarship Fund.
Combat Vets Association Car & Bike Show and Poker Run: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at J-Tech at 8813 Western Way. The poker run starts at 11 a.m., $20 per rider and $10 per passenger, starting and ending at J-Tech. The car show is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sacred Heart Spring Carnival Car Show: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the church at 5752 Blanding Blvd. Free for spectators, and $25 per show vehicle – includes one lunch.
First Coast Car Council’s 40th Birthday Party Car and Truck Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at K1 Speed at 6601 Executive Park Court. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Middleburg Spring Festival and Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at2102 Palmetto St. Spectators are free, and show vehicles $20, proceeds donated to charity – held by the Clay County Cruzers.
Jax Speed Shop Spring Car Show: 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the shop at 48 Lee Road. Free for spectators and show vehicles, with live music.
Katelyn’s Ride for Autism: A Golf Cart Poker Run based in Hilliard, which promotes autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion across Northeast Florida. All proceeds benefit The Arc Nassau. Carts line up at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at Conner Road in Hilliard – $75 per golf cart. Then at 2 p.m., there’s a car show, admission free for show vehicles and spectators – donations welcome. More info to come.
Nease High School NJROTC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the school at 10478 Ray Road in Ponte Vedra. An official Morning Motor Social event, the event is free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle.
Home Runs and Hot Rods: 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, at Thomas Jefferson Park at 361 Bulls Bay Highway in Jacksonville. Spectator admission is free, and vehicle registration is $25 per – donations help the Marietta Bulls Bay Athletic Association’s baseball programs.
Clay County Touch A Truck: Set for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the Clay County Fairgrounds at 2463 Florida 16
in Green Cove Springs. The county holds a special 10 a.m. ceremony with a focus on the country’s 250th anniversary. The event starts with a quiet time for attendees sensitive to loud noises, then noon to 2 p.m. trucks will fire up engines and sirens. Free for spectators, with display vehicles from local fire, police, public safety and government operators
11th Annual San Jose Car & Truck Show: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, at Dupont Station Shopping Center, 6271 St. Augustine Road. Free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle – Visit firstcoastcarculture.com for information and registration.
16th annual Rev It Up! Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, at Moosehaven at 1701 Park Ave. in Orange Park. Free for spectators and $25 for day-of-show show vehicles.
PT Cruiser 25th Anniversary Show: Birthday party at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., followed by a PT Cruiser Show at 10:30 a.m. at The Brumos Collection at 5159 San Pablo Road S. Check the link for more information.
Veterans Car Show: Saturday, May 20, at the American Legion Lakeshore Post 137, with VFW Post 7909, at 5443 San Juan Ave. Free for spectators – all show vehicles must be pre-1987. No time listed – TBA.
Memorial Day Rod Run: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, at 449648 U.S. 301 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles.
King of the South Car Show: 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Show vehicle registration is $70 for Super VIP, to $30 General Admission. Car limbo competition is at 4:30 p.m.; exhaust competition is 5 p.m.; burnout competitions at 6 p.m.
Northeast Florida Rod Run/Car Show/Swap meet: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Northeast Florida Fairground at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 day of show for display vehicles.
Rocketman Rally and Show: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Trout Creek Memorial Park, 6550 Florida 13 N. Spectators are free, show vehicle registration is $15, register on Eventbrite.
First Coast Car Council’s Cruisin’ to the Creek Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Trout Creek Memorial Park at 6550 Florida 13 in Northwest St. Johns County. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Fall Classic Pontiac-Oakland-GMC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Free to spectators and $30 per show vehicle day of show.
Ponte Vedra Auto Show: 10 a.m. on Sunday, November 8, at 245 Nocatee Center in Ponte Vedra Beach. More details soon.
Clay County Cruzers, Callahan Cruisers and Amelia Cruizers all hold regular weekend cruise-ins, so check their Facebook pages.
Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday at The Avenues Mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Information: https://bit.ly/3gPRvVQ.
** New cruise-in: 6 to 9 p.m. every first Monday of each month at the BRIX, 300 2nd St., in Jacksonville Beach – sponsored by the Cadillac Kings.
**New cruise-in – PJ’s Cars and Coffee: 7 to 9 a.m. every first Sunday of the month at 3470 Royal Pines Drive in Middleburg
** B.C.O.D. (Bold City Oil Drippers) Mid-Month Cruise: 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, **at Myrtle Avenue Brewing, 633 Myrtle Ave. N.
**Alert – Cruise Fruit Cove: Postponed until a new contract is signed between the Sunshine State Chevelles and Gate Petroleum. They will also postpone January’s cruise-in – more to come.
Morning Motor Social: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday of each month, at Park Place at Nocatee, 100 Palmetto Park Place in Ponte Vedra – free for spectators and show vehicles. Pre-register at morningmotorsocial.com.
North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on each first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub, 9720 Deer Lake Court off Southside Boulevard.
UB Coffee & Cars: 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. every Sunday at the Urban Bean Coffeehouse Café at 2023 Park Ave. in Orange Park – sponsored by Classic Motorworks.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike Meet: noon to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at 10749 N. Main St.
Rides and Brews: 8 to 10 a.m. each first Saturday of each month at 10618 Deerwood Park Blvd. – held for car clubs and vehicles, organized by vehicle style,by the North Florida Type R/Type S community.
Mod Talk Tuesdays: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant at 10915 Baymeadows Road. For car, truck and bike enthusiasts.
Cruise-in at the Creek: 9 a.m. to noon every fifth Saturday at Trout Creek Park, 6550 Florida 13 N.
New – Fernandina Beach Car Meet: 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month at Famous Quick Lube, 1707 8th St. Fernandina Beach.
Jeeps and Java: 9 to 11 a.m. each third Sunday of the month at Rummies and Yummies bakery and coffee bar at 1580 Wells Road – a free cruise-in for Jeep owners.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike meet: Free cruise-in from noon to 5 p.m. each 1st and 3rd Saturday at the shopping center at 3000 Dunn Ave.
Orange Blossom Breakfast Show: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., presented by Beaches Classic Cruisers and Carl Bush.
Beaches Classic Cruisers new event: Second Sunday Coffee and Carburetors, 10 a.m. Sunday Nov. 9, at the Hotel Palms at 28 Sherry Drive in Atlantic Beach.
Amelia Cruizers: 3 to 6 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month, meeting at Townies Pizza, 819 T.J. Courson Road.
Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise: 4 to 7 p.m. every fourth Tuesday at Latham Plaza, 143 2nd St. N. in Jacksonville Beach. This is a City of Jacksonville Beach sponsored event, but November’s is the last cruise of the year because Deck the Chairs takes over Latham Plaza through December.
Cruisin’ Classics Cruise-in: 1 to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month on the back lawn of the Elks Lodge at 1855 West Road, off Beach Boulevard – Hamburgers and more on sale.
Wings & Wheels Cruise-in: 2 to 6 pm. each first Saturday at Dicks Wings & Grill at 6055 Youngerman Circle.
Rides and Coffee: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every fourth Sunday at Detail Garage, 9390 Arlington Expressway.
First Coast Car Council: All cruise-ins postponed.
Callahan Cruisers: 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday at Hardee’s at 542309 U.S. 1 in Callahan.
***NEW SITE**Kingsland Cars & Coffee: 9 a.m. to noon every first Saturday, with expanded parking now at Tasty’s at 1607 Georgia 40 in Kingsland.
Yulee Cars and Coffee: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Sunday at the Sonic Drive-In at 463939 Florida 200 in Yulee.
Brunch with Cars: noon to 3 p.m. every third Sunday at Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar, 1567 University Blvd. W.
Cars and Gars: noon to 5 p.m. every 1st and third Saturday at Allusion’s restaurant and bar at 5045 Soutel Drive.
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice cruise-in: noon to 3 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the business at 18111 Golden Eagle Way on Fleming Island.
Apex Auto Car Show and Cruise-in: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at Apex Automotive, 9962 San Jose Blvd.
Cars, Bikes and Burgers: 7:30 to 11 p.m. every last Friday of each month at Steak ‘n Shake at 10661 San Jose Blvd.
**UPDATED** Clay County Cruzers’ events: 2 to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at Callahan’s Irish Bistro, 2141 Loch Rane Blvd. in Orange Park; 1 to 4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at Whitey’s Fish Camp at 2032 County Road 20 in Fleming Island; 2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at Cheers Park Avenue, 1138 Park Ave. in Orange Park; and 2 to 5 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Gator’s Dockside, 8316 Merchants Way, Jacksonville.
**NEW LISTING – Here’s the Pharoah’s of St. John’s cruise-in and show listing for 2026:
Oakleaf Classic Car Cruise-In: 5 p.m. every fourth Friday at Trinity Oakleaf, 710 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway in Orange Park, with food truck – Clay County Cruzers.
Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine events:
The regular monthly cruise-ins: St. Augustine Cruiser’s “Cruise In” from 5 to 7 p.m. every third Saturday, and Cars and Coffee from 8 to 10 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Both cruise-ins are at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Dixie Highway South in St. Augustine. And the museum is open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cars and Coffee Fleming Island: 8 a.m. every fourth Sunday of the month at 2310 Village Square Parkway, Fleming Island.
New cruise-in: 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Mission BBQ, 8440 Blanding Blvd. in Jacksonville, hosted by Modern Mustangs of Jacksonville.
New cruise-in: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the Rockin’ 50’s Eatery at 3501 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd. in St. Augustine.
Show and Tell: 6 to 9 p.m. every fourth Thursday at Advance Auto Parts at 10014 Atlantic Blvd.
Azalea City Cruisers: Monthly cruise-in from 5 to 8 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Velchoffs Corner, 105 N. 2nd St. in Palatka.
Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise: 4 p.m. every fourth Saturday between 8th and 17th streets at Main Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield community.
But wait, here’s more…
The 2027 Nissan Z and Z NISMO(expected availability summer 2026) bring several performance and design changes to the iconic sports car.
The Z NISMO will be available with a manual transmission tuned to handle its 420 hp and 384 foot-pounds of torque. It also receives front brake rotors derived from the Nissan GT-R.
All 2027 Z models receive fuel tank design revisions that help maintain consistent performance during aggressive track driving. And Z Performance models add larger-diameter shock absorbers to enhance stability and damping capability.
Z Sport and Performance models receive a restyled front fascia and available Shinkai Green Pearl Metallic paint. Z Performance arrives with redesigned 19-inch wheels and available tan interior upholstery.
The next Caffeine & Octane Jacksonville, set for 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 9 at The Avenues mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Gentle reminders – All vehicles parked in the Central Lot Features area must remain in place until the show concludes. If you cannot stay until then, please park in the exhibit lot. And please listen to C&O volunteer staff.
Past events:
Old Skool vs. New Skool Car, Truck and Bike Show: Last Saturday, at Adamec Harley-Davidson on Baymeadows Road, held by Callahan Cruisers:
Upcoming events:
The GM Tailgate Tour heads into Northeast Florida en route to the Spring Turkey Run in Daytona Beach.
The modern and classic Chevrolet, Pontiac and other GM trucks are set to arrive at Fernandina Main Beach Park, 32 N. Fletcher Ave. in Fernandina Beach, then head to Daytona International Speedway on Friday. The trucks will travel in from Georgia on U.S. 17, then head east on Florida 200 and some side roads before coming down Sadler Road and South Fletcher Avenue to the oceanfront park. The Spring Turkey Run goes from March 27 to 29 at the famed track, with hundreds of classics and hot rods on display or sale, and a big swap meet. Find out more about it here.
The Brumos Collection
The Brumos Collection Saturday Social: 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, at the collection at 5159 San Pablo Road S. The event includes a classic and sports car show and access to the Brumos Collection. There’s a Porsche Concours by the Porsche Club’s Florida Crown Region, and UNF’s Osprey Racing car. Tickets are $24.99 per adult.
Orange Park High School Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at the school at 2307 Kingsley Ave.
21st annual Railroad Day Festival and Classic Car Show: Festival is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday at the Callahan Train Depot – car show is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Cochrane’s Collision Center at 617473 Brandies Ave. Free for spectators and $20 per show vehicle.
Atlantic Beach Americana Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, at Jack Russell Park at 850 Seminole Road. Car show, baseball game and more. Free admission.
Destination Church Cruise-in and Car Show: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, at the church at 88 Arlington Road. Free for spectators and show vehicles.
Annual Leeperz Jeepers Crawl for the Kids: 10 a.m. on Saturday,– a 40-mile Jeep ride that starts at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Held by the Eight Flags Jeep Club with Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper, the event is $50 per Jeep.
8th annual Girlz Power Car Show: 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, at Highlands Estates Academy at 1000 dePaul Drive. Spectator admission $20 day of show; $40 show vehicle registration day of show (women-owned vehicles only; $30 show and shine.
Hammond Classic Cruise-in: Noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, at Trinity Baptist Church, 800 Hammond Road.
Westside Classics Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, at O’Reilly Auto Parts at 5192 Blanding Blvd. Free for spectators and $5 per show vehicle.
2nd annual Rotary Club of Keystone Heights Car Show: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, at Keystone Heights Airport, 7150 Airport Road in Starke. Free for spectators and $20 per show vehicle.
Fifth annual Easter Showdown: 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, at 9101 Dames Point Road, under the Dames Point Bridge. Spectators are $5 per, and show vehicle registration $30 day of show; motorcycles and side-by-sides $20.
St. Marys Waterfront Auto Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, at St. Marys Waterfront Park at 201 St. Marys St. More details closer to show date.
St. Augustine Cruisers 25th annual Car Show: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine, 4730 U.S. 1 S. Free for spectators and $30 per show vehicle day-of-show.
FSCJ Car Show: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Florida State College at Jacksonville’s downtown campus at 401 W. State St. Free for spectators and $20 donation per show vehicle. Plus, the next Electrathon race for high school- and college-built (FSCJ too) EV race cars is set for the show.
Wings & Wheels & Why: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport at 700 Airport Road in Fernandina Beach. Free to the public – public parking $20 per vehicle, and $35 per show vehicle day of show. Proceeds benefit FoFA Scholarship Fund.
Sacred Heart Spring Carnival Car Show: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the church at 5752 Blanding Blvd. Free for spectators, and $25 per show vehicle – includes one lunch.
First Coast Car Council’s 40th Birthday Party Car and Truck Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at K1 Speed at 6601 Executive Park Court. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Middleburg Spring Festival and Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at2102 Palmetto St. Spectators are free, and show vehicles $20, proceeds donated to charity – held by the Clay County Cruzers.
Jax Speed Shop Spring Car Show: 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the shop at 48 Lee Road. Free for spectators and show vehicles, with live music.
Katelyn’s Ride for Autism: A Golf Cart Poker Run based in Hilliard, which promotes autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion across Northeast Florida. All proceeds benefit The Arc Nassau. Carts line up at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at Conner Road in Hilliard – $75 per golf cart. Then at 2 p.m., there’s a car show, admission free for show vehicles and spectators – donations welcome. More info to come.
Nease High School NJROTC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the school at 10478 Ray Road in Ponte Vedra. An official Morning Motor Social event, the event is free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle.
Home Runs and Hot Rods: 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, at Thomas Jefferson Park at 361 Bulls Bay Highway in Jacksonville. Spectator admission is free, and vehicle registration is $25 per – donations help the Marietta Bulls Bay Athletic Association’s baseball programs.
Clay County Touch A Truck: Set for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the Clay County Fairgrounds at 2463 Florida 16
in Green Cove Springs. The county holds a special 10 a.m. ceremony with a focus on the country’s 250th anniversary. The event starts with a quiet time for attendees sensitive to loud noises, then noon to 2 p.m. trucks will fire up engines and sirens. Free for spectators, with display vehicles from local fire, police, public safety and government operators
11th Annual San Jose Car & Truck Show: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, at Dupont Station Shopping Center, 6271 St. Augustine Road. Free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle – Visit firstcoastcarculture.com for information and registration.
16th annual Rev It Up! Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, at Moosehaven at 1701 Park Ave. in Orange Park. Free for spectators and $25 for day-of-show show vehicles.
PT Cruiser 25th Anniversary Show: Birthday party at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., followed by a PT Cruiser Show at 10:30 a.m. at The Brumos Collection at 5159 San Pablo Road S. Check the link for more information.
Veterans Car Show: Saturday, May 20, at the American Legion Lakeshore Post 137, with VFW Post 7909, at 5443 San Juan Ave. Free for spectators – all show vehicles must be pre-1987. No time listed – TBA.
Memorial Day Rod Run: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, at 449648 U.S. 301 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles.
King of the South Car Show: 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Show vehicle registration is $70 for Super VIP, to $30 General Admission. Car limbo competition is at 4:30 p.m.; exhaust competition is 5 p.m.; burnout competitions at 6 p.m.
Northeast Florida Rod Run/Car Show/Swap meet: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Northeast Florida Fairground at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 day of show for display vehicles.
Rocketman Rally and Show: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Trout Creek Memorial Park, 6550 Florida 13 N. Spectators are free, show vehicle registration is $15, register on Eventbrite.
First Coast Car Council’s Cruisin’ to the Creek Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Trout Creek Memorial Park at 6550 Florida 13 in Northwest St. Johns County. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Ponte Vedra Auto Show: 10 a.m. on Sunday, November 8, at 245 Nocatee Center in Ponte Vedra Beach. More details soon.
Clay County Cruzers, Callahan Cruisers and Amelia Cruizers all hold regular weekend cruise-ins, so check their Facebook pages.
Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday at The Avenues Mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Information: https://bit.ly/3gPRvVQ.
** New cruise-in: 6 to 9 p.m. every first Monday of each month at the BRIX, 300 2nd St., in Jacksonville Beach – sponsored by the Cadillac Kings.
**New cruise-in – PJ’s Cars and Coffee: 7 to 9 a.m. every first Sunday of the month at 3470 Royal Pines Drive in Middleburg
** B.C.O.D. (Bold City Oil Drippers) Mid-Month Cruise: 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, **at Myrtle Avenue Brewing, 633 Myrtle Ave. N.
**Alert – Cruise Fruit Cove: Postponed until a new contract is signed between the Sunshine State Chevelles and Gate Petroleum. They will also postpone January’s cruise-in – more to come.
Morning Motor Social: 9:00-11:30am every third Saturday of each month, at Park Place at Nocatee, 100 Palmetto Park Place in Ponte Vedra. *** On March 28, McLaren Club NEFL with special show vehicles; Mega3Performance; and additional special guests – free for spectators and show vehicles. Pre-register at morningmotorsocial.com.
North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on each first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub, 9720 Deer Lake Court off Southside Boulevard.
UB Coffee & Cars: 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. every Sunday at the Urban Bean Coffeehouse Café at 2023 Park Ave. in Orange Park – sponsored by Classic Motorworks.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike Meet: noon to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at 10749 N. Main St.
Rides and Brews: 8 to 10 a.m. each first Saturday of each month at 10618 Deerwood Park Blvd. – held for car clubs and vehicles, organized by vehicle style,by the North Florida Type R/Type S community.
Mod Talk Tuesdays: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant at 10915 Baymeadows Road. For car, truck and bike enthusiasts.
Cruise-in at the Creek: 9 a.m. to noon every fifth Saturday at Trout Creek Park, 6550 Florida 13 N.
New – Fernandina Beach Car Meet: 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month at Famous Quick Lube, 1707 8th St. Fernandina Beach.
Jeeps and Java: 9 to 11 a.m. each third Sunday of the month at Rummies and Yummies bakery and coffee bar at 1580 Wells Road – a free cruise-in for Jeep owners.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike meet: Free cruise-in from noon to 5 p.m. each 1st and 3rd Saturday at the shopping center at 3000 Dunn Ave.
Orange Blossom Breakfast Show: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., presented by Beaches Classic Cruisers and Carl Bush.
Beaches Classic Cruisers new event: Second Sunday Coffee and Carburetors, 10 a.m. Sunday Nov. 9, at the Hotel Palms at 28 Sherry Drive in Atlantic Beach.
Amelia Cruizers: 3 to 6 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month, meeting at Townies Pizza, 819 T.J. Courson Road.
Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise: 4 to 7 p.m. every fourth Tuesday at Latham Plaza, 143 2nd St. N. in Jacksonville Beach. This is a City of Jacksonville Beach sponsored event, but November’s is the last cruise of the year because Deck the Chairs takes over Latham Plaza through December.
Cruisin’ Classics Cruise-in: 1 to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month on the back lawn of the Elks Lodge at 1855 West Road, off Beach Boulevard – Hamburgers and more on sale.
Wings & Wheels Cruise-in: 2 to 6 pm. each first Saturday at Dicks Wings & Grill at 6055 Youngerman Circle.
Rides and Coffee: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every fourth Sunday at Detail Garage, 9390 Arlington Expressway.
First Coast Car Council: All cruise-ins postponed.
Callahan Cruisers: 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday at Hardee’s at 542309 U.S. 1 in Callahan.
***NEW SITE**Kingsland Cars & Coffee: 9 a.m. to noon every first Saturday, with expanded parking now at Tasty’s at 1607 Georgia 40 in Kingsland.
Yulee Cars and Coffee: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Sunday at the Sonic Drive-In at 463939 Florida 200 in Yulee.
Brunch with Cars: noon to 3 p.m. every third Sunday at Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar, 1567 University Blvd. W.
Cars and Gars: noon to 5 p.m. every 1st and third Saturday at Allusion’s restaurant and bar at 5045 Soutel Drive.
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice cruise-in: noon to 3 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the business at 18111 Golden Eagle Way on Fleming Island.
Apex Auto Car Show and Cruise-in: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at Apex Automotive, 9962 San Jose Blvd.
Cars, Bikes and Burgers: 7:30 to 11 p.m. every last Friday of each month at Steak ‘n Shake at 10661 San Jose Blvd.
**UPDATED** Clay County Cruzers’ events: 2 to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at Callahan’s Irish Bistro, 2141 Loch Rane Blvd. in Orange Park; 1 to 4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at Whitey’s Fish Camp at 2032 County Road 20 in Fleming Island; 2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at Cheers Park Avenue, 1138 Park Ave. in Orange Park; and 2 to 5 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Gator’s Dockside, 8316 Merchants Way, Jacksonville.
**NEW LISTING – Here’s the Pharoah’s of St. John’s cruise-in and show listing for 2026:
Oakleaf Classic Car Cruise-In: 5 p.m. every fourth Friday at Trinity Oakleaf, 710 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway in Orange Park, with food truck – Clay County Cruzers.
Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine events:
The regular monthly cruise-ins: St. Augustine Cruiser’s “Cruise In” from 5 to 7 p.m. every third Saturday, and Cars and Coffee from 8 to 10 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Both cruise-ins are at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Dixie Highway South in St. Augustine. And the museum is open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cars and Coffee Fleming Island: 8 a.m. every fourth Sunday of the month at 2310 Village Square Parkway, Fleming Island.
New cruise-in: 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Mission BBQ, 8440 Blanding Blvd. in Jacksonville, hosted by Modern Mustangs of Jacksonville.
New cruise-in: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the Rockin’ 50’s Eatery at 3501 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd. in St. Augustine.
Show and Tell: 6 to 9 p.m. every fourth Thursday at Advance Auto Parts at 10014 Atlantic Blvd.
Azalea City Cruisers: Monthly cruise-in from 5 to 8 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Velchoffs Corner, 105 N. 2nd St. in Palatka.
Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise: 4 p.m. every fourth Saturday between 8th and 17th streets at Main Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield community.
But wait, here’s more…
Photo courtesy of Chevrolet
Fans at last weekend’s 12 Hours of Sebring IMSA race last weekend got an unexpected surprise – the 2027 Corvette Grand Sport with its ancestors. Yes, there’s Grand Sport heritage in its widebody stance and red fender stripes – but that’s all Chevrolet revealed earlier this week.
The original Grand Sports – five of them – were legendary, brawny, muscular Vettes that drivers Roger Penske and Jim Hall won the 1963 Twelve Hours of Sebring Prototype GT class victory in their Grand Sport.
This year, at the same venue that played a key role in the development of the original, the Grand Sport lineage showed off a new member.
Photo courtesy of Chevrolet
“It is an incredible opportunity to be reunited with the Corvette Grand Sport C2 here at the Twelve Hours of Sebring – an event and a track that has always carried special meaning for me and for our race teams over the years,” Penske said. “Congratulations to Chevrolet on launching the new era of the Grand Sport program. It is truly special to see the C2 and the other generations of the Corvette Grand Sport, including the new C8, here at Sebring.”
The C2 Grand Sport (1963) started with a pure race car led by Corvette engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov, as a lightweight purpose-built to challenge the best sports cars around the world. With prodigious horsepower from a 377-cubic-inch V8, the Grand Sport put its competitors on edge.
“It’s incredible to think that 62 years ago, Jim Hall and I drove the Corvette Grand Sport to a class victory at the Twelve Hours of Sebring,” Penske said. “I have great memories of driving the Grand Sport as we were fortunate to earn three wins across five races in the car during the 1963 and 1964 seasons”.
Until now, the last was the C7 Grand Sport (2017-2019) with the 460-horsepower naturally aspirated 6.2-liter LT1 V8 from the Stingray, and wider bodywork and other components from the Z06.
Caffeine & Octane Jacksonville is set for 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 9 – at The Avenues mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Gentle reminders – All vehicles parked in the Central Lot Features area must remain in place until the show concludes. If you cannot stay until then, please park in the exhibit lot. And please listen to C&O volunteer staff.
Past events:
Last Saturday’s Caffeine & Octane Jacksonville – packed to the rafters with cool stuff:
Upcoming events:
Old Skool vs. New Skool Car, Truck and Bike Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, at Adamec Harley-Davidson at 8909 Baymeadows Road. Free for spectators and $20 per show vehicle -hosted by Callahan Cruisers..
Bozard Ford/Lincoln and Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, at Bozard at 540 Outlet Mall Blvd. in St. Augustine. Pre-register at ccmstaug@gmail.com.
The GM Tailgate Touris heading into Northeast Florida on March 26, en route to the Spring Turkey Run in Daytona Beach.
The modern and classic Chevrolet, Pontiac and other GM trucks are set to arrive at Fernandina Main Beach Park, 32 N. Fletcher Ave. in Fernandina Beach, then head to Daytona International Speedway on Friday, March 27. The trucks will travel in from Georgia on U.S. 17, then head east on Florida 200 and some side roads before coming down Sadler Road and South Fletcher Avenue to the oceanfront park.
The Spring Turkey Run goes from March 27 to 29 at the famed track, with hundreds of classics and hot rods on display or sale, and a big swap meet. Find out more about it here.
The Brumos Collection Saturday Social: 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, at the collection at 5159 San Pablo Road S. The event includes a classic and sports car show and access to the Brumos Collection. There’s a Porsche Concours by the Porsche Club’s Florida Crown Region, and UNF’s Osprey Racing car. Tickets are $24.99 per adult.
Atlantic Beach Americana Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at Jack Russell Park at 850 Seminole Road. Car show, baseball game and more. Free admission.
Destination Church Cruise-in and Car Show: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at the church at 88 Arlington Road. Free for spectators and show vehicles.
Annual Leeperz Jeepers Crawl for the Kids: 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 28 – a 40-mile Jeep ride that starts at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Held by the Eight Flags Jeep Club with Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper, the event is $50 per Jeep.
8th annual Girlz Power Car Show: 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at Highlands Estates Academy at 1000 dePaul Drive. Spectator admission $20 day of show; $40 show vehicle registration day of show (women-owned vehicles only; $30 show and shine.
Hammond Classic Cruise-in: Noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday March 28, at Trinity Baptist Church, 800 Hammond Road.
Westside Classics Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at O’Reilly Auto Parts at 5192 Blanding Blvd. Free for spectators and $5 per show vehicle.
2nd annual Rotary Club of Keystone Heights Car Show: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at Keystone Heights Airport, 7150 Airport Road in Starke. Free for spectators and $20 per show vehicle.
Girl Power Car Show: 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at Highland Estates Academy at 1000 DePaul Drive. Spectator admission is $20, show vehicle registration is $40.
Fifth annual Easter Showdown: 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, at 9101 Dames Point Road, under the Dames Point Bridge. Spectators are $5 per, and show vehicle registration $30 day of show; motorcycles and side-by-sides $20.
St. Marys Waterfront Auto Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, at St. Marys Waterfront Park at 201 St. Marys St. More details closer to show date.
St. Augustine Cruisers 25th annual Car Show: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine, 4730 U.S. 1 S. Free for spectators and $30 per show vehicle day-of-show.
FSCJ Car Show: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Florida State College at Jacksonville’s downtown campus at 401 W. State St. Free for spectators and $20 donation per show vehicle. Plus, the next Electrathon race for high school- and college-built (FSCJ too) EV race cars is set for the show.
Wings & Wheels & Why: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport at 700 Airport Road in Fernandina Beach. Free to the public – public parking $20 per vehicle, and $35 per show vehicle day of show. Proceeds benefit FoFA Scholarship Fund.
Sacred Heart Spring Carnival Car Show: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the church at 5752 Blanding Blvd. Free for spectators, and $25 per show vehicle – includes one lunch.
First Coast Car Council’s 40th Birthday Party Car and Truck Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at K1 Speed at 6601 Executive Park Court. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Jax Speed Shop Spring Car Show: 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the shop at 48 Lee Road. Free for spectators and show vehicles, with live music.
Katelyn’s Ride for Autism: A Golf Cart Poker Run based in Hilliard, which promotes autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion across Northeast Florida. All proceeds benefit The Arc Nassau. Carts line up at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at Conner Road in Hilliard – $75 per golf cart. Then at 2 p.m., there’s a car show, admission free for show vehicles and spectators – donations welcome. More info to come.
Nease High School NJROTC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the school at 10478 Ray Road in Ponte Vedra. An official Morning Motor Social event, the event is free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle.
Home Runs and Hot Rods: 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, at Thomas Jefferson Park at 361 Bulls Bay Highway in Jacksonville. Spectator admission is free, and vehicle registration is $25 per – donations help the Marietta Bullsbay Athletic Association’s baseball programs.
16th annual Rev It Up! Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, at Moosehaven at 1701 Park Ave. in Orange Park. Free for spectators and $25 for day-of-show show vehicles.
PT Cruiser 25th Anniversary Show: Birthday party at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., followed by a PT Cruiser Show at 10:30 a.m. at The Brumos Collection at 5159 San Pablo Road S. Check the link for more information.
Veterans Car Show: Saturday, May 20, at the American Legion Lakeshore Post 137, with VFW Post 7909, at 5443 San Juan Ave. Free for spectators – all show vehicles must be pre-1987. No time listed – TBA.
Memorial Day Rod Run: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, at 449648 U.S. 301 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles.
King of the South Car Show: 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Show vehicle registration is $70 for Super VIP, to $30 General Admission. Car limbo competition is at 4:30 p.m.; exhaust competition is 5 p.m.; burnout competitions at 6 p.m.
Northeast Florida Rod Run/Car Show/Swap meet: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Northeast Florida Fairground at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 day of show for display vehicles.
Rocketman Rally and Show: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Trout Creek Memorial Park, 6550 Florida 13 N. Spectators are free, show vehicle registration is $15, register on Eventbrite.
First Coast Car Council’s Cruisin’ to the Creek Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Trout Creek Memorial Park at 6550 Florida 13 in Northwest St. Johns County. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Ponte Vedra Auto Show: 10 a.m. on Sunday, November 8, at 245 Nocatee Center in Ponte Vedra Beach. More details soon.
Clay County Cruzers, Callahan Cruisers and Amelia Cruizers all hold regular weekend cruise-ins, so check their Facebook pages.
Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday at The Avenues Mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Information: https://bit.ly/3gPRvVQ.
** New cruise-in: 6 to 9 p.m. every first Monday of each month at the BRIX, 300 2nd St., in Jacksonville Beach – sponsored by the Cadillac Kings.
**New cruise-in – PJ’s Cars and Coffee: 7 to 9 a.m. every first Sunday of the month at 3470 Royal Pines Drive in Middleburg
** B.C.O.D. (Bold City Oil Drippers) Mid-Month Cruise: 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, **at Myrtle Avenue Brewing, 633 Myrtle Ave. N.
**Alert – Cruise Fruit Cove: Postponed until a new contract is signed between the Sunshine State Chevelles and Gate Petroleum. They will also postpone January’s cruise-in – more to come.
Morning Motor Social: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday of each month, at Park Place at Nocatee, 100 Palmetto Park Place in Ponte Vedra. *** On March 28, McLaren Club NEFL with special show vehicles; Mega3Performance; and additional special guests – free for spectators and show vehicles. Pre-register at morningmotorsocial.com.
North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on each first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub, 9720 Deer Lake Court off Southside Boulevard.
UB Coffee & Cars: 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. every Sunday at the Urban Bean Coffeehouse Café at 2023 Park Ave. in Orange Park – sponsored by Classic Motorworks.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike Meet: noon to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at 10749 N. Main St.
Rides and Brews: 8 to 10 a.m. each first Saturday of each month at 10618 Deerwood Park Blvd. – held for car clubs and vehicles, organized by vehicle style,by the North Florida Type R/Type S community.
Mod Talk Tuesdays: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant at 10915 Baymeadows Road. For car, truck and bike enthusiasts.
Cruise-in at the Creek: 9 a.m. to noon every fifth Saturday at Trout Creek Park, 6550 Florida 13 N.
New – Fernandina Beach Car Meet: 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month at Famous Quick Lube, 1707 8th St. Fernandina Beach.
Jeeps and Java: 9 to 11 a.m. each third Sunday of the month at Rummies and Yummies bakery and coffee bar at 1580 Wells Road – a free cruise-in for Jeep owners.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike meet: Free cruise-in from noon to 5 p.m. each 1st and 3rd Saturday at the shopping center at 3000 Dunn Ave.
Orange Blossom Breakfast Show: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., presented by Beaches Classic Cruisers and Carl Bush.
Beaches Classic Cruisers new event: Second Sunday Coffee and Carburetors, 10 a.m. Sunday Nov. 9, at the Hotel Palms at 28 Sherry Drive in Atlantic Beach.
Amelia Cruizers: 3 to 6 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month, meeting at Townies Pizza, 819 T.J. Courson Road.
Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise: 4 to 7 p.m. every fourth Tuesday at Latham Plaza, 143 2nd St. N. in Jacksonville Beach. This is a City of Jacksonville Beach sponsored event, but November’s is the last cruise of the year because Deck the Chairs takes over Latham Plaza through December.
Cruisin’ Classics Cruise-in: 1 to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month on the back lawn of the Elks Lodge at 1855 West Road, off Beach Boulevard – Hamburgers and more on sale.
Wings & Wheels Cruise-in: 2 to 6 pm. each first Saturday at Dicks Wings & Grill at 6055 Youngerman Circle.
Rides and Coffee: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every fourth Sunday at Detail Garage, 9390 Arlington Expressway.
Callahan Cruisers: 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday at Hardee’s at 542309 U.S. 1 in Callahan.
***NEW SITE**Kingsland Cars & Coffee: 9 a.m. to noon every first Saturday, with expanded parking now at Tasty’s at 1607 Georgia 40 in Kingsland.
Yulee Cars and Coffee: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Sunday at the Sonic Drive-In at 463939 Florida 200 in Yulee.
Brunch with Cars: noon to 3 p.m. every third Sunday at Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar, 1567 University Blvd. W.
Cars and Gars: noon to 5 p.m. every 1st and third Saturday at Allusion’s restaurant and bar at 5045 Soutel Drive.
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice cruise-in: noon to 3 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the business at 18111 Golden Eagle Way on Fleming Island.
Apex Auto Car Show and Cruise-in: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at Apex Automotive, 9962 San Jose Blvd.
Cars, Bikes and Burgers: 7:30 to 11 p.m. every last Friday of each month at Steak ‘n Shake at 10661 San Jose Blvd.
**UPDATED** Clay County Cruzers’ events: 2 to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at Callahan’s Irish Bistro, 2141 Loch Rane Blvd. in Orange Park; 1 to 4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at Whitey’s Fish Camp at 2032 County Road 20 in Fleming Island; 2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at Cheers Park Avenue, 1138 Park Ave. in Orange Park; and 2 to 5 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Gator’s Dockside, 8316 Merchants Way, Jacksonville.
**NEW LISTING – Here’s the Pharoah’s of St. John’s cruise-in and show listing for 2026:
Oakleaf Classic Car Cruise-In: 5 p.m. every fourth Friday at Trinity Oakleaf, 710 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway in Orange Park, with food truck – Clay County Cruzers.
Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine events:
The regular monthly cruise-ins: St. Augustine Cruiser’s “Cruise In” from 5 to 7 p.m. every third Saturday, and Cars and Coffee from 8 to 10 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Both cruise-ins are at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Dixie Highway South in St. Augustine. And the museum is open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cars and Coffee Fleming Island: 8 a.m. every fourth Sunday of the month at 2310 Village Square Parkway, Fleming Island.
New cruise-in: 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Mission BBQ, 8440 Blanding Blvd. in Jacksonville, hosted by Modern Mustangs of Jacksonville.
New cruise-in: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the Rockin’ 50’s Eatery at 3501 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd. in St. Augustine.
Show and Tell: 6 to 9 p.m. every fourth Thursday at Advance Auto Parts at 10014 Atlantic Blvd.
Azalea City Cruisers: Monthly cruise-in from 5 to 8 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Velchoffs Corner, 105 N. 2nd St. in Palatka.
Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise: 4 p.m. every fourth Saturday between 8th and 17th streets at Main Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield community.
But wait, here’s more…
The numbers are in, and the Broad Arrow Auctions held March 6-7 at Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance saw enthusiastic bidding, resulting in over $111 million in total sales. That’s 92 percent of all lots sold, the highest grossing auction in the 31-year history of The Amelia Concours.
More than 1,000 registered bidders from 23 countries attended Broad Arrow’s event, and demand for modern supercars ruled the first day.
. The group was led by a single-owner, Nero D.S. 2003 Ferrari Enzo at a final $15.185 million, the top-seller of the entire auction.
On March 7, a very original 1972 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV that set a new benchmark for the model at a final $6.605 million, surpassing the previous record by more than $1.7 million.
Top 10 Sales:
2003 Ferrari Enzo – $15,185,000
2005 Porsche Carrera GT – $6,715,000 – World record for the model
1972 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV – $6,605,000 – World record for the model
1988 Porsche 959 Sport – $5,505,000 – World record for the Sport model
2021 Ferrari Monza SP2 – $4,955,000 – World record for the model
2017 Ferrari F12tdf – $4,185,000 – World record for the model
1990 Ferrari F40 – $3,800,000
1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 – $3,415,000
2015 Porsche 918 Spyder – $2,975,000 – World record for the model
EV Rider reviewer Dan Scanlan takes a test drive in a 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback – or station wagon in regular speak.
This is Kia’s newest sedan, now with a sleek semi-fastback wagon roofline that adds pizazz to its shape, room to its cargo area, and a serious presence, especially in golden yellow. LED lights and DRLS make up its aggressive face, while the long roof gets a black glass moonroof, all framed by muscular rear fenders and a shaded rear hatch – angular rear lights, a high hatch and lots of space inside.
Ah yes – inside, it has low-slung, sporty pleather seats, a wide digital screen with 28 inches of gauges, blind spot camera images, navigation and more. There’s Sport/Normal drive modes, paddle shifters behind a squared-off steering wheel, and real buttons for dual-mode fan, temperature and vent position. There’s good backseat room, and 22.2-cu.-ft. of squared-off space. Its turbocharged four gets a decent 190-hp at 6,000 rpm, and 195 lb-ft or torque through its front wheels -quick enough and almost 30 mpg..
So read lots more about this, and see more interior and exterior images by EV Rider reviewer Dan Scanlan – 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback GT-Line Turbo Is Affordable FunAnd check out lots more views of EV, PHEV and ICE vehicles at EV Rider.
The next Caffeine & Octane Jacksonville, set for 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, at The Avenues mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Gentle reminders – All vehicles parked in the Central Lot Features area must remain in place until the show concludes. If you cannot stay until then, please park in the exhibit lot. And please listen to C&O volunteer staff.
Best of Show winner: 1957 Porsche 356 Speedster entered by Mike Smith:
Concours d’Lemons, held with the Classic Motorsports Magazine Amelia Kick Off Party at Main Beach Park
And this breaking news outta Main Beach:
“Worst LeMons “Worst of Show” went to this 1950s VW-powered New Holland Manure Spreader. This esteemed classic’s owner was listed as “Jeffro Bodeen.” And show organizers say it is a real horse drawn manure spreader with a classic Beetle front end, and air-cooled powerplant grafted on its ends. And we are told the spreader mechanism still works!
Now back to the – show?
The Amelia Concours, with three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Dario Franchitti as the 2026 honoree:
It began with the Friday Road Tour:
Then last Saturday’s 250-strong Concours:
The cars of the ‘80s and ‘90s – Radwood
Then back to The Amelia and some winners:
And Best in Show – a McLaren Can Am racer, and a 2-tone Duesenberg:
Now, time to go home….
But wait, there’s more – last Sunday’s Cars & Caffeine at The Amelia:
Upcoming events:
Jacksonville Sports Car Museum Bulls and Slices: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, at the Sports Car Museum at 7601 Centurion Pkwy, Jacksonville, featuring Lamborghini Orlando, with the Lamborghini Temerario, Urus SE, and Revuelto, plus 40+ rare sports cars. Enjoy pizza (included with $25-per-person admission), racing games, and a dedicated kids area by First Coast Hot Wheels. Drinks available for purchase. Ticket link here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982793271049?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Classic Car and Tractor Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, at the Baker County Fairgrounds at 5567 Lauramore Road in Mcclenny.
Cruisin’ With Christ Car Show: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, at Hilliard First Assembly of God, 550920 U.S. 1. Spectators are free, show vehicles $20 per.
Southern Vintage St. Patrick’s Day Festival and Cruise-in: 3 to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Show is free, with local vendors, live music and more – canned food donations accepted for local non-profits.
Old Skool vs. New Skool Car, Truck and Bike Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, at Adamec Harley-Davidson at 8909 Baymeadows Road. Free for spectators and $20 per show vehicle -hosted by Callahan Cruisers..
Bozard Ford/Lincoln and Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, at Bozard at 540 Outlet Mall Blvd. in St. Augustine. Pre-register at ccmstaug@gmail.com.
The Brumos Collection Saturday Social: 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, at the collection at 5159 San Pablo Road S. The event includes a classic and sports car show and access to the Brumos Collection. There’s a Porsche Concours by the Porsche Club’s Florida Crown Region, and UNF’s Osprey Racing car. Tickets are $24.99 per adult.
Atlantic Beach Americana Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at Jack Russell Park at 850 Seminole Road. Car show, baseball game and more. Free admission.
Destination Church Cruise-in and Car Show: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at the church at 88 Arlington Road. Free for spectators and show vehicles.
Annual Leeperz Jeepers Crawl for the Kids: 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 28 – a 40-mile Jeep ride that starts at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Held by the Eight Flags Jeep Club with Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper, the event is $50 per Jeep.
8th annual Girlz Power Car Show: 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at Highlands Estates Academy at 1000 dePaul Drive. Spectator admission $20 day of show; $40 show vehicle registration day of show (women-owned vehicles only; $30 show and shine.
Hammond Classic Cruise-in: Noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday March 28, at Trinity Baptist Church, 800 Hammond Road.
Westside Classics Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at O’Reilly Auto Parts at 5192 Blanding Blvd. Free for spectators and $5 per show vehicle.
2nd annual Rotary Club of Keystone Heights Car Show: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at Keystone Heights Airport, 7150 Airport Road in Starke. Free for spectators and $20 per show vehicle.
Fifth annual Easter Showdown: 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, at 9101 Dames Point Road, under the Dames Point Bridge. Spectators are $5 per, and show vehicle registration $30 day of show; motorcycles and side-by-sides $20.
St. Marys Waterfront Auto Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, at St. Marys Waterfront Park at 201 St. Marys St. More details closer to show date.
St. Augustine Cruisers 25th annual Car Show: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine, 4730 U.S. 1 S. Free for spectators and $30 per show vehicle day-of-show.
FSCJ Car Show: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Florida State College at Jacksonville’s downtown campus at 401 W. State St. Free for spectators and $20 donation per show vehicle. Plus, the next Electrathon race for high school- and college-built (FSCJ too) EV race cars is set for the show.
Wings & Wheels & Why: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport at 700 Airport Road in Fernandina Beach. Free to the public – public parking $20 per vehicle, and $35 per show vehicle day of show. Proceeds benefit FoFA Scholarship Fund.
Sacred Heart Spring Carnival Car Show: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the church at 5752 Blanding Blvd. Free for spectators, and $25 per show vehicle – includes one lunch.
First Coast Car Council’s 40th Birthday Party Car and Truck Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at K1 Speed at 6601 Executive Park Court. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Katelyn’s Ride for Autism: A Golf Cart Poker Run based in Hilliard, which promotes autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion across Northeast Florida. All proceeds benefit The Arc Nassau. Carts line up at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at Conner Road in Hilliard – $75 per golf cart. Then at 2 p.m., there’s a car show, admission free for show vehicles and spectators – donations welcome. More info to come.
Nease High School NJROTC Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the school at 10478 Ray Road in Ponte Vedra. An official Morning Motor Social event, the event is free for spectators and $25 per show vehicle.
Home Runs and Hot Rods: 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, at Thomas Jefferson Park at 361 Bulls Bay Highway in Jacksonville. Spectator admission is free, and vehicle registration is $25 per – donations help the Marietta Bullsbay Athletic Association’s baseball programs.
16th annual Rev It Up! Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, at Moosehaven at 1701 Park Ave. in Orange Park. Free for spectators and $25 for day-of-show show vehicles.
PT Cruiser 25th Anniversary Show: Birthday party at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., followed by a PT Cruiser Show at 10:30 a.m. at The Brumos Collection at 5159 San Pablo Road S. Check the link for more information.
Veterans Car Show: Saturday, May 20, at the American Legion Lakeshore Post 137, with VFW Post 7909, at 5443 San Juan Ave. Free for spectators – all show vehicles must be pre-1987. No time listed – TBA.
Memorial Day Rod Run: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, at 449648 U.S. 301 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles.
King of the South Car Show: 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Show vehicle registration is $70 for Super VIP, to $30 General Admission. Car limbo competition is at 4:30 p.m.; exhaust competition is 5 p.m.; burnout competitions at 6 p.m.
Northeast Florida Rod Run/Car Show/Swap meet: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Northeast Florida Fairground at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Free for spectators and $20 day of show for display vehicles.
Rocketman Rally and Show: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Trout Creek Memorial Park, 6550 Florida 13 N. Spectators are free, show vehicle registration is $15, register on Eventbrite.
First Coast Car Council’s Cruisin’ to the Creek Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Trout Creek Memorial Park at 6550 Florida 13 in Northwest St. Johns County. Free for spectators and $30 registration for show vehicles day of show. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville.
Ponte Vedra Auto Show: 10 a.m. on Sunday, November 8, at 245 Nocatee Center in Ponte Vedra Beach. More details soon.
Clay County Cruzers, Callahan Cruisers and Amelia Cruizers all hold regular weekend cruise-ins, so check their Facebook pages.
Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday at The Avenues Mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Information: https://bit.ly/3gPRvVQ.
** New cruise-in: 6 to 9 p.m. every first Monday of each month at the BRIX, 300 2nd St., in Jacksonville Beach – sponsored by the Cadillac Kings.
**New cruise-in – PJ’s Cars and Coffee: 7 to 9 a.m. every first Sunday of the month at 3470 Royal Pines Drive in Middleburg
** B.C.O.D. (Bold City Oil Drippers) Mid-Month Cruise: 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, **at Myrtle Avenue Brewing, 633 Myrtle Ave. N.
**Alert – Cruise Fruit Cove: Postponed until a new contract is signed between the Sunshine State Chevelles and Gate Petroleum. They will also postpone January’s cruise-in – more to come.
Morning Motor Social: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday of each month, at Park Place at Nocatee, 100 Palmetto Park Place in Ponte Vedra. *** On March 28, McLaren Club NEFL with special show vehicles; Mega3Performance; and additional special guests – free for spectators and show vehicles. Pre-register at morningmotorsocial.com.
North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on each first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub, 9720 Deer Lake Court off Southside Boulevard.
UB Coffee & Cars: 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. every Sunday at the Urban Bean Coffeehouse Café at 2023 Park Ave. in Orange Park – sponsored by Classic Motorworks.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike Meet: noon to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at 10749 N. Main St.
Rides and Brews: 8 to 10 a.m. each first Saturday of each month at 10618 Deerwood Park Blvd. – held for car clubs and vehicles, organized by vehicle style,by the North Florida Type R/Type S community.
Mod Talk Tuesdays: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant at 10915 Baymeadows Road. For car, truck and bike enthusiasts.
Cruise-in at the Creek: 9 a.m. to noon every fifth Saturday at Trout Creek Park, 6550 Florida 13 N.
New – Fernandina Beach Car Meet: 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month at Famous Quick Lube, 1707 8th St. Fernandina Beach.
Jeeps and Java: 9 to 11 a.m. each third Sunday of the month at Rummies and Yummies bakery and coffee bar at 1580 Wells Road – a free cruise-in for Jeep owners.
Duval Car, Truck and Bike meet: Free cruise-in from noon to 5 p.m. each 1st and 3rd Saturday at the shopping center at 3000 Dunn Ave.
Orange Blossom Breakfast Show: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., presented by Beaches Classic Cruisers and Carl Bush.
Beaches Classic Cruisers new event: Second Sunday Coffee and Carburetors, 10 a.m. Sunday Nov. 9, at the Hotel Palms at 28 Sherry Drive in Atlantic Beach.
Amelia Cruizers: 3 to 6 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month, meeting at Townies Pizza, 819 T.J. Courson Road.
Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise: 4 to 7 p.m. every fourth Tuesday at Latham Plaza, 143 2nd St. N. in Jacksonville Beach. This is a City of Jacksonville Beach sponsored event, but November’s is the last cruise of the year because Deck the Chairs takes over Latham Plaza through December.
Cruisin’ Classics Cruise-in: 1 to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month on the back lawn of the Elks Lodge at 1855 West Road, off Beach Boulevard – Hamburgers and more on sale.
Wings & Wheels Cruise-in: 2 to 6 pm. each first Saturday at Dicks Wings & Grill at 6055 Youngerman Circle.
Rides and Coffee: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every fourth Sunday at Detail Garage, 9390 Arlington Expressway.
First Coast Car Council: All cruise-ins postponed.
Callahan Cruisers: 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday at Hardee’s at 542309 U.S. 1 in Callahan.
***NEW SITE**Kingsland Cars & Coffee: 9 a.m. to noon every first Saturday, with expanded parking now at Tasty’s at 1607 Georgia 40 in Kingsland.
Yulee Cars and Coffee: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Sunday at the Sonic Drive-In at 463939 Florida 200 in Yulee.
Brunch with Cars: noon to 3 p.m. every third Sunday at Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar, 1567 University Blvd. W.
Cars and Gars: noon to 5 p.m. every 1st and third Saturday at Allusion’s restaurant and bar at 5045 Soutel Drive.
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice cruise-in: noon to 3 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the business at 18111 Golden Eagle Way on Fleming Island.
Apex Auto Car Show and Cruise-in: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at Apex Automotive, 9962 San Jose Blvd.
Cars, Bikes and Burgers: 7:30 to 11 p.m. every last Friday of each month at Steak ‘n Shake at 10661 San Jose Blvd.
**UPDATED** Clay County Cruzers’ events: 2 to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at Callahan’s Irish Bistro, 2141 Loch Rane Blvd. in Orange Park; 1 to 4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at Whitey’s Fish Camp at 2032 County Road 20 in Fleming Island; 2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at Cheers Park Avenue, 1138 Park Ave. in Orange Park; and 2 to 5 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Gator’s Dockside, 8316 Merchants Way, Jacksonville.
**NEW LISTING – Here’s the Pharoah’s of St. John’s cruise-in and show listing for 2026:
Oakleaf Classic Car Cruise-In: 5 p.m. every fourth Friday at Trinity Oakleaf, 710 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway in Orange Park, with food truck – Clay County Cruzers.
Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine events:
The regular monthly cruise-ins: St. Augustine Cruiser’s “Cruise In” from 5 to 7 p.m. every third Saturday, and Cars and Coffee from 8 to 10 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Both cruise-ins are at 4730 U.S. 1 S. Dixie Highway South in St. Augustine. And the museum is open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cars and Coffee Fleming Island: 8 a.m. every fourth Sunday of the month at 2310 Village Square Parkway, Fleming Island.
New cruise-in: 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Mission BBQ, 8440 Blanding Blvd. in Jacksonville, hosted by Modern Mustangs of Jacksonville.
New cruise-in: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the Rockin’ 50’s Eatery at 3501 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd. in St. Augustine.
Show and Tell: 6 to 9 p.m. every fourth Thursday at Advance Auto Parts at 10014 Atlantic Blvd.
Azalea City Cruisers: Monthly cruise-in from 5 to 8 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Velchoffs Corner, 105 N. 2nd St. in Palatka.
Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise: 4 p.m. every fourth Saturday between 8th and 17th streets at Main Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield community.
But wait, here’s more…
Photo courtesy WWCOTY
The Nissan Leaf EV has been selected as the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year winner for 2026, following a final round of voting.
After months of testing, analysis and debate, 86 women motoring journalists from 55 countries across five continents cast their votes to determine the ultimate winner in multiple categories. Along with the Leaf winning the Compact Car class, Compact SUV is the Škoda Elroq EV.
Photo courtesy Škoda
The Large Car winner is the Mercedes-Benz CLA; Large SUV is the Hyundai Ioniq 9 EV; 4×4 is the Toyota 4Runner.
Photo courtesy Lamborghini
The Performance Car is the Lamborghini Temerario.
WWCOTY Executive President Marta García says there was significant parity in the voting.
“Several models received very similar levels of support, which reflects the exceptional quality and diversity of today’s automotive industry. In the end, however, the Nissan Leaf prevailed,” she said.
The Nissan Leaf convinced the jury with a coherent and realistic approach to electric mobility, “designed for realistic and accessible everyday use,” WWCOTY officials said.
