1956 Chevy 150

It doesn’t matter how you cruise down the automotive highway, as there are plenty of exits leading to the core elements of our hobby to explore. Local cruise nights and car shows bring with them a high level of socialization opportunities for car owners to enjoy regardless of whether they’re into hop-ups, restos, or something in between. There’s nothing quite like walking a path through an event with endless brands and styles laid out in front of you while also meeting up with old friends and making new ones along the way.

Doug Klett of Plainville, Connecticut, is a hard-core hot rodder who’s had a number of memorable