All of these car show winners braved the impending rain, thunder, and lightning to pose for our camera as the clouds rolled in. After the flash went off, it was time to jump back and let everyone run for their cars.
Jim Nordoughen, left lane, and John Reynolds generate some heat and smoke to ready their Nitro Coupes. Nordhougen prevailed with an impressive 6.29 e.t. at a blazing 221.71 mph.
"Want to hear it run?"
Members of three different teams, along with Autostar Race Director Phil Gustin, jumped out to help when Gary Irving's car wouldn't go into Reverse. Good sportsmanship is a big part of Super Chevy Shows. Unfortunately for Irving, competitor Doug Winters ran a 6.59 e.t. at 213.30 mph to get to the finish line ahead of Gary's 6.89 at 196.53.
A '37 Fiat lined up against a "T" roadster. Shades of glory days.
Specialty award winners are shown with their impressive collection of trophies and plaques. No lightning would dare interfere with this group.
This young man probably won't forget to wear ear protection next time he's this close to a Nitro Coupe burnout.
High-flying Camaros leave the line. Some of the best performances we see all weekend are during Saturday morning time trials.
The heat is definitely on!
Check out the red clay of Georgia and what the staff thought of it. Learn about new Super Chevy Awards at future shows and who is leading in Nitro Coupe points. Also, more event photos.