by Erik SteidlThe world of any self-respecting lifelong car enthusiast (in other words, Car Idiot) would not be truly complete without experiencing the Summit Racing Equipment I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama at the International Exposition (I-X) Center in Cleveland, Ohio. And it
The Beauty of the Molto Bella
by Kurt Minson There are car shows, and there are auto shows. And then there is the Molto Bella Auto Show. A slight twist on the Italian phrase la macchina molto bella (very beautiful cars), this invitational event celebrates its
You Build Cars Like a Girl
by Erik Steidl The majority of Americans have seen the iconic movie The Sandlot. It presents an idyllic picture of blue-collar America in 1962. In one scene, two groups of young boys are facing off and exchanging insults. It’s a
What Makes a T-Bird so Enchanting Anyway?
by Erik Steidl The International Thunderbird Convention is happening right here in Cleveland, August 6-11! And, great news: our own Chief Car Idiot Bernie Golias is slated to speak at the convention’s welcome party! As we gear up for the
What’s it Like Being Married to a Car Idiot … Forever?
BG (Bernie Golias) and I have been together for 27 years now. And, in all that time, cars have been a focal point in our relationship. My better half eats, drinks and breathes . . . you know . .
Car Idiocy Knows No Boundaries
by Bernie Golias As many of you know, my wife Sara was born in Costa Rica. A while back, we visited her native country to spend time with relatives and celebrate my mother-in-law’s 95th birthday. As usual with Car Idiots,