Horsepower salute to the Fourth - U-T San Diego

I hate to see June leave , but I love to watch the summer car shows roll in. There’s a bonus this month because the first Saturday of the month is always big for car-club gatherings, but it’s also the Fourth of July. ” This is a diverse gathering, from the people who attend, with many families and young enthusiasts, to the wide range of pre-1974 vehicles on view, which will include everything from imports and lowriders to specialty cars, off-road rigs and the... The cruise runs from 5-9 p. m. Fridays through September along Grand Avenue (and side streets) in Escondido. It’s an enjoyable evening of strolling among 300-500 vehicles. Wave the flag Saturday at the Wheels of Freedom Car Show, 9 a. m. to 2 p. m. , Webb Park, Rancho Bernardo. Hosted by the Poway Cruisers, the show is part of the Spirit of the Fourth celebration and is open to all years and makes (preregistration was mandatory). And there will be cars and food on Sunday at Car Show Sundays at Restaurant Row, 11 a. m. to 3 p. m. first Sundays through October, Old California Restaurant Row, 1080 W. San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, 92078. Open to all years and highlighting... There will be some hot times next Saturday (July 11) at the Crower Cavalcade – Flames, Fuel, Fun at Barona 1/8t h Mile Drags, 1750 Wildcat Canyon Road, Lakeside 92040. Help this San Diego institution celebrate 60 years with a car show from 10 a.... Source: www.sandiegouniontribune.com