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In this second episode of our SEMA 2025 series, we dive headfirst into the builders and brands that continue to reshape the automotive world. From the groundbreaking work of Ringbrothers and their jaw-dropping carbon-fiber Aston Martin “Octavio” build, to the bold vision of Trick Rides and their all-carbon widebody ’69 Mustang “Scorched” series, this episode is packed with innovation, craftsmanshi...

SEMA 2025 delivered big moments, bigger stories, and some truly unforgettable conversations—and in this episode, we’re bringing you the first wave of highlights straight from the show floor. Rob and the TMCP team hit Vegas wide open, reconnecting with industry friends and discovering new innovators pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the automotive world. From modern tech hidden inside cl...

It’s one of the biggest months of the year — SEMA, MCACN, and Thanksgiving! In this episode, Rick Schmidt joins Rob to tackle the real questions everyone’s asking: turkey, beef, or ham? Cranberries from the can? And of course, what makes MCACN (the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals) such a world-class event. Rick gives us an inside look at his 13-mile 1964 Ford Galaxie XL, shares why authenticity...

This week on The MuscleCar Place, Rob Kibbe welcomes Dan Kahn, president and CEO of Kahn Media, for an insider’s masterclass on how to get the absolute most out of SEMA 2025. Dan’s deep roots in the automotive world—spanning journalism, car building, agency leadership, and service within SEMA itself—give him a uniquely panoramic view of the industry. As the author of The New Rules of the Road, he’...

If you’ve ever dreamed of giving your classic A-body the precision handling of a modern performance car—this week’s MuscleCar Place episode is for you. Rob sits down with Blane Burnett of RideTech to dive into the all-new MOMENTUM Series Chassis, a complete foundation engineered for 1964–1972 GM A-bodies like the Chevelle, Tempest, Cutlass, and Skylark. Built on RideTech’s legacy of innovation—now...

Don Abenante of Retro Fabworks isn’t your average YouTube builder — his story blends Hollywood grit, family legacy, and pure horsepower. After early stints on Below Deck, Horsepower Wars, and Netflix’s Resurrected Rides, Don found his true calling behind the welder instead of the camera, documenting every cut and weld for his growing audience. His current project is deeply personal: a 1970 Chevell...

Kick off October with a fresh Ask Rick as Rick Schmidt weighs in on the value of car-show trophies, parts sourcing, and where the market’s really headed. Are small-show awards worth chasing—or are they just eating into charity budgets? Rick also unpacks the hot question in restoration parts: will manufacturing return to the U.S., or will Taiwan’s increasingly high-quality tooling keep leading the...

While Rob stayed back to support Dallas’s racing season, the Kibbe and Friends crew stormed Holley Moparty 2025 to capture the best stories on the grounds. From drag racing icon Paul Rossi sharing his trailblazing Mopar legacy, to Dave Swearinger’s track-ready “ZomBEE” Super Bee build, to new tech insights from Holley’s Steve Sparkman and Sublime’s Blake Anderman — this episode is packed with pass...

David Kruk – 1970 Super Bee. With the Holley MoParty kicking off in Bowling Green, Kentucky, we’re spotlighting longtime attendee David Kruk and his 1970 Dodge Super Bee. David and his wife Lizzie have become familiar faces at the event, showing off a car that’s logged over 80,000 miles and countless upgrades. What started as a $400 parts-car rescue has turned into a full-blown autocross machine....

In this episode of The Muscle Car Place, Rick takes us inside the impossible yet fascinating world of OEM leadership—where shifting politics and billion-dollar bets make or break the future of the industry. Then, in true “Rick’s Take” fashion, he shifts gears to the fun side: which ’90s icons and classic rides make the best tailgate companions—and the smartest flips for ROI. From Corvettes and Cob...

Join us for a special RoadKill Nights episode of The Muscle Car Place! We catch up with the legendary Finnegan and Freiburger, talk Dodge with Ashton Munoz, go behind the scenes with Mike Copeland on race tech and staging, hear from Chris Coberg of DSR Performance, and get insights from Ed Buczeskie at Carlisle Events. Plus, Dallas Kibbe celebrates his fourth Legends racing win! The post TMCP #618...

TMCP #617: Mike Spagnola - The End of the EV Mandate, What Tarriffs (Might) Do To Prices, and Paving a Future for Next Generation Gear Heads! The post TMCP #617: Mike Spagnola – The End of the EV Mandate, What Tarriffs (Might) Do To Prices, and Paving a Future for Next Generation Gear Heads! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

TMCP #616: ASK RICK - Restoration Sheetmetal for 80's Cars, Fox Body Mustangs Values On the Rise, and the Mustang GTD as the Best MidLife Crisis Car Investment? The post TMCP #616: ASK RICK – Restoration Sheetmetal for 80’s Cars, Fox Body Mustangs Values On the Rise, and the Mustang GTD as the Best MidLife Crisis Car Investment? first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

TMCP #615: The Real NASCAR Wing Car Story From Those Who Made It: Carlile Chrysler Nationals 2025 The post TMCP #615: The Real NASCAR Wing Car Story From Those Who Made It: Carlile Chrysler Nationals 2025 first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

ASK RICK - Car Collections, Does The Size Or The Quality Make The Difference? The post TMCP #614: ASK RICK – Independence Day Spectacular! Fun Parade Cars and Amazing Car Collections first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

Rick Love and the Vintage Air Summer Special: The New Gen5 Systems Are Here! Plus - Dallas Kibbe Wins His First Race! The post TMCP #613: Rick Love and the Vintage Air Summer Special: The New Gen5 Systems Are Here! Plus – Dallas Kibbe Wins His First Race! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

The HPX Show Special! Nick Fillipides: American Racing Headers, Ash Garrett: SRI Performance, Antron Brown: NHRA Top Fuel World Champion, Ed Bolian: VIN Wiki The post TMCP #612: The HPX Show Special – Nick Fillipides: American Racing Headers, Ash Garrett: SRI Performance, Antron Brown: NHRA Top Fuel World Champion, Ed Bolian: VIN Wiki first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

ASK RICK - Is a New EV Dodge Charge Now a Collectible...Failure? Plus, Interesting Classics for the Collection - ROI Be Damned! The post TMCP #611: ASK RICK – Is the New EV Dodge Charge Now a Collectible…Failure? Plus, Interesting Classics for the Collection – ROI Be Damned! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

TMCP #610: The HPX Expo in Charlotte Is Here! Doctor Jamie Meyer And Dana Teague Reveal The Final Details - Top Tier Speakers, Racers, and More! The post TMCP #610: The HPX Expo in Charlotte Is Here! Doctor Jamie Meyer And Dana Teague Reveal The Final Details – Top Tier Speakers, Racers, and More! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

TMCP #609: Gus Kozarzewski, How The MECUM Auctions Consignment Team Works - Valuation, Marketing and Even Mechanics! The post TMCP #609: Gus Kozarzewski, How The MECUM Auctions Consignment Team Works – Valuation, Marketing and Even Mechanics! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

ASK RICK – Outguessing "Tariff Price Hikes" In The Automotive Industry - Failed Car Deals - Best Car Jobs For Kids! The post TMCP# 608: ASK RICK – Outguessing “Tariff Price Hikes” In The Automotive Industry – Failed Car Deals – Best Car Jobs For Kids! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

Griffin McGrath of Legends Direct; Bringing the Professional Dealership Mentality to Legends Racing; Debut of the Dallas Kibbe Legends Direct Development Driver Program! The post TMCP# 607: Griffin McGrath of Legends Direct; Bringing the Professional Dealership Mentality to Legends Racing; Debut of the Dallas Kibbe Legends Direct Development Driver Program! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

TMCP# 606: ASK RICK – Online Catalog Searches, Fun 90's Cars to Flip In a Year, and Tariff Impact On Restoration and Beyond! The post TMCP# 606: ASK RICK – Online Catalog Searches, Fun 90’s Cars to Flip In a Year, and Tariff Impact On Restoration and Beyond! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

Dana Teague - The High Performance Expo In Charlotte This June s Coming; Rick Hendrick and Jeff Gordon Kick It Off! The post TMCP# 605: Dana Teague – The High Performance Expo In Charlotte This June s Coming; Rick Hendrick and Jeff Gordon Kick It Off! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .

TMCP #604: Shane Weckerly - Holley EFI Technical Assistance Can Help You Tame Your Fuel Injection Installation Issues The post TMCP #604: Shane Weckerly – Holley EFI Technical Assistance Can Help You Tame Your Fuel Injection Installation Issues first appeared on The Muscle Car Place .