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Published September 8, 2021

Harper Cruise brings visitors from near and far to the avenue

ST. CLAIR SHORES — As the years progress, the cars counted as classic get newer and, among ’57 Chevy BelAirs, Ford Model-Ts and other traditional classic cars, the 2021 Shorewood Kiwanis Harper Cruise seemed to have many vehicles that first rolled off the line in the late 1980s.

Published September 7, 2021

Grosse Pointe Times

Eye doctor and car show organizer takes visionary approach to his work

GROSSE POINTES — He might not be featured on the cover of national magazines or have his own TED Talk, but if sight is one day restored to the blind and visually impaired, Philip Hessburg will have played an important role in it.

Custom-made pickup truck is built to last

Published August 24, 2021

Metro

Custom-made pickup truck is built to last

METRO DETROIT — What started out as “a big, old, ugly truck” was transformed into a shiny, custom-built vehicle when Michael Loudermilk flexed his mechanical skills.

Published August 21, 2021

Woodward Talk

Woodward Dream Cruise makes big return in downtown Ferndale

FERNDALE — The Woodward Dream Cruise made its official return on Saturday, Aug. 21, and thousands of people poured into downtown Ferndale to mark the occasion.

Published August 20, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Gasser was once known as 'Dirty Daddy'

My classic car today was for sale on 10 Mile and Mound Road. On her way home from work, she, my wife, Diane, noticed it and said, "We have to go look at this car on 10 Mile Road."

Due to a shortage in stock and increases in demand, many car dealerships, such as Jim Riehl’s Friendly Chrysler Jeep in Warren, pictured, are seeing emptier sales lots.

Published August 11, 2021

Metro

Higher demand, lower supply result in increased car prices

METRO DETROIT — People in the market for a new car may be feeling a crunch as car prices are on the rise and some vehicles are in short supply.

Published August 10, 2021

Metro

This classic model gets car fans charged up

METRO DETROIT — Marc Rozman's passion for vintage vehicles and customized cars began when he was 13 years old.

Published August 10, 2021

Royal Oak Review

Down on Main Street car show returns to downtown Clawson

CLAWSON — For the 23rd year, the Clawson Lions Club will present its largest fundraiser, the Down on Main Street car show, on Saturday, Aug. 14.

Published August 9, 2021

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Harper Cruise rolls into town this month

ST. CLAIR SHORES — COVID couldn’t keep the cars away in 2020, but the Shorewood Kiwanis Harper Charity Cruise is ready to officially roll down Harper Avenue in St. Clair Shores on Aug. 25.

Published August 9, 2021

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Charities win with Harper Cruise

ST. CLAIR SHORES — While the Shorewood Kiwanis Harper Charity Cruise is a place to check out classic cars, hot rods, specialty vehicles and more, the reason for all the fun is to be a vehicle for helping others.

The Shorewood Kiwanis Harper Charity Cruise brings car lovers from near and far who line the avenue to take in the sights and enjoy each other’s company.

Published August 9, 2021

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

It’s always a party on Harper Avenue during the cruise

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The classic cars aren’t the only thing attracting visitors to Harper Avenue the last Wednesday in August — the parties thrown by local businesses bring visitors from near and far to eat, drink and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Shorewood Kiwanis Harper Charity Cruise.

Published August 9, 2021

Metro

Cities ready to bring back Dream Cruise events

METRO DETROIT — After the COVID-19 pandemic forced its cancellation last year, the Woodward Dream Cruise is returning to metro Detroit this month.

Berkley resident David Young likes to take his “Purple Chameleon” to local car shows and cruises, including the annual Woodward Dream Cruise.

Published August 4, 2021

Metro

This ‘Purple Chameleon’ is custom made

BERKLEY — Perhaps you have spotted David Young’s 1953 Ford F-100 pickup truck cruising around town.

An automotive concept piece called “1966 Crazy Car,” by designer Richard Ruzzin, will be on display at the Royal Oak Historical Society Museum Aug. 6-Sept. 11.

Published July 29, 2021

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak Historical Society Museum to host car show, Woodward Memories exhibit

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Historical Society Museum is revving up to start off the local car show scene.

Teen volunteers Maddalena Agrusso, left, and Allyson Cummins stuff goody bags July 16 at the Steiner Community Building in Clinton Township. The bags will be given to children at Saturday’s Gratiot Cruise.

Published July 28, 2021

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Teen volunteers assist in Gratiot Cruise prep

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Local teenagers gathered at the Steiner Community Building the morning of July 16 for volunteer activities. The building is in Clinton Township on Joy Boulevard, west of Interstate 94.

Published July 28, 2021

Shelby - Utica News

Gasoline Alley car show to return to downtown Utica

UTICA — Utica’s annual Gasoline Alley car show has returned once again after a one-year break due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Published July 23, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Cruising into August on Gratiot

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The Gratiot Cruise is back with a little more engine roar this year. The 18th annual Gratiot Cruise takes place Aug. 1 in Clinton Township.