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The sun chased away the morning rain clouds and welcomed excited crowds to the first-ever BC Lions Show N’ Shine, presented by Lordco Auto Parts, on Saturday, August 16.\nAttendees admired sleek supercars, mighty muscle cars, timeless classics, towering lifted trucks, and pristine imports. Local band Chronicles of False Creek kept the atmosphere buzzing with rock covers from the 60s to today, while the BC Lions Felions Dance Team—joined by team mascot Leo the Lion—kept the energ

After a persistent lifelong chase, ProAm driver Matt Rusiecki officially secured his PROSPEC license at the Final Fight Round 3, the last event of the 2025 Spec-D Drift Series and a fitting name for a physically and mentally tough journey. \nPhoto: MildlyinfocusHis PROSPEC licensing journey began last year and looked promising with a season-opening win at the Spec D NW Drift Series season opener held at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, Washington, just south of the Canadian border. The car was

A whisper of breeze stirs the tall grass growing defiantly on either side of the road. The day is far too hot for voluntary movement, but the 1930 Ford Model A Coupe is presently in motion. The Kamloops heat radiates off the gravel road, creating a shimmering curtain of haze. Beyond it, the view blurs and softens—dreamlike and distant.\n\n1930 Ford Model A Coupe \nPhotos by Carson MontagueDownload Wallpaper: Android | Desktop | iPhone\nThe Model A crests the hill and b

It seems like every vehicle restoration story begins with an unexpected barn find forgotten and buried under decades of dust. But Rick had waited 40 years to own a 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad. He had no patience for dust. For him, owning a Nomad was a lifelong pursuit that ended when he came across a barn find well into the restoration process. \n1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad \nPhotos by Carson MontagueDownload Wallpaper: Android | Desktop | iPhoneRick's obsession wit

Arbutus trees, symbols of strength and resilience, stretch from a precarious outlook towards the bright sun. Below, the Saanich Inlet plays with lights and shadows. The scenery is soft and informal until the Charger arrives like an escapee fresh off the assembly line.  1967 Dodge Charger\nPhotos by Carson MontagueDownload Wallpaper: Android | Desktop | iPhone\n\nThis view from the Malahat has not changed much over the years, and neither has Mike's 1967 Dodge Charger. After

Some classic car owners can handle a little dirt on shiny paint. Some cannot. Rob quickly revealed which side of the fence he was sitting on. He was more than accommodating when approached with a last-minute add-on photo shoot location on a hardpan road littered with small stones. \n1971 Oldsmobile 442 W-30Photos by Carson MontagueDownload Wallpaper: Android | Desktop | iPhoneBut then Rob waited 25 years to get a chance at restoring his 1971 Oldsmobile 442 W-30. He had a quart

Whether you attended the Lordco Auto Parts 35th Annual Tradeshow in person or missed out, you can enjoy highlights and photos from the April 2-3 show. The show at the Pacific Coliseum and PNE Agrodome has evolved into a cornerstone in Western Canada's automotive industry. This year, thousands of attendees and over 300 exhibiting brands representing industry-leading suppliers and manufacturers were in attendance.\n\nThose who attended took advantage of some of the best deals and exclusive limited-t

Les is on a deadline. He pushes the 1970 Plymouth HEMI ‘Cuda, knowing the waiting crew would hear the show car’s growing low-pitched rumble long before they caught sight of the distinctive shaker and grill.\n\n1970 Plymouth HEMI 'CudaPhotos by Zack PooleDownload Wallpaper: Android | Desktop | iPhone\n\nThe muscle car and driver are making good time, closing the gap with a few minutes on the clock before the photo shoot begins. Les is not worried—he spa

The Lordco Auto Parts annual tradeshow is the ideal time for shop owners, fleet managers, dealerships, and other automotive pros to stock up and save on a wide range of automotive parts, accessories, and products.   \n\n\nSean McIntosh, President of Kirmac Collision & Auto Glass, considers the tradeshow a key component of his annual buying strategy. He attends the show each year to secure essential items, new tools, and equipment needed to run his business at the best available prices