This year marks the 24th season for the ARP/STREET RODDER Road Tour and the 14th year that we have invited folks to “come along for the ride” and join us for a week of fun with their cars. This year we have put together eight weeklong vacation tours as we travel to major automotive events around the country. Each year, folks have questions about the Road Tour and how to get involved. These are a few of those frequently asked questions, including what is involved in registering and what you can expect when you are a participant.
What does the registration fee include?
The $95 registration fee gets you officially registered for one of the eight weeklong Tours. It includes ID badges for the driver and passenger, and a window sticker for each vehicle. Each year’s goody bag is filled with catalogs and literature. Participants receive the entire week’s schedule and maps for each day’s travels. You also receive a commemorative hat and metal license plate. Most importantly, you get a behind-the-scenes look at some fantastic private automotive collections and private tours at some of the best street rod manufacturers and shops in our hobby.
How are hotel rooms along the way handled?
Each participant is responsible for booking their own rooms directly with the hotels. Reduced rates are negotiated at hotels along the Tour route. We try to use national chains, and rooms generally range from $85 to $130 per night. You need to make reservations at least 30 days prior to the Tour to get the reduced rate. You will receive the hotel list soon after you register for the Tour.
Does everyone stay together on the highway?
We get together at a drivers’ meeting each morning before we leave. Each day’s route is mapped out, and we encourage people to go at their own pace. Most participants quickly find others within the group who travel at a similar speed.
How far will we travel each day?
A typical Road Tour day is between 250 to 400 miles, depending on whether or not we have a specific lunch stop. Participants stop for gas and restroom breaks as needed.
What about the Tours that stay in one area for the whole week?
We have a number of Tours this season that will stay in one area for the entire week. On these Tours, we will do daytrips visiting museums, collections, and rod shops, returning to the same hotel each evening.
What about meals along the way?
We have enjoyed some great complimentary meals along our Tours. Evening shop tours typically include some food, but not every day includes a complimentary meal.
Who can register for the Tours?
We want you to drive a special-interest vehicle and not your daily late-model vehicle Be aware of the events that we are leaving from and going to and check for specific year limitations at those events. Trailered cars, motorhomes, and camping trailers are not permitted. Most Tours feature between 20 and 35 vehicles. Tours have included as many as 80 and as few as 10. About 80 percent of the participants are couples.
What about the events at the beginning and ending of each week’s Tours?
Tours cover the week between the events. You are responsible for registering for any beginning and ending events on your own. You sometimes may need to make room accommodations at the locations of the events. Refer to the hotel list that you receive for details.
How can I get more information about the Tours?
Log on to our website at streetrodder.com and check out the Road Tour section. Click on the Events section and you will be able to register online. Watch the pages of STREET RODDER or give us a call on the Road Tour hotline at (800) 664-1362 for further details and updates. I hope you can join us in 2019.
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