Lordco Life

Mission Raceway Park was alive with the sights, sounds, and raw power of Lordco Auto Parts, Smoke, Fire & Thunder. The annual showcase of drag racing and automotive entertainment once again delivered a weekend fans won’t soon forget. \nFor over three decades, Lordco Auto Parts has proudly supported Mission Raceway and its marquee summer event, demonstrating a deep commitment to the local racing community. This year, Lordco’s presence was bigger than ever, with two sponso

Rows of dark green, leafy kale, bordered on one side by a treed hill, follow the road, disappearing into the horizon. It is quiet and still. Then Clint appears in his 1962 Chevrolet Nova SS, drawing all eyes like steel to a magnet. \n\n1962 Chevrolet Nova SSPhotos by Zack PooleDownload Wallpaper: Android | Desktop| iPhoneThe Nova, finished in GM Surf Blue, is a striking contrast to the muted, earthy landscape. The paint colour pops, drawing attention to

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