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February 2025
(View Digital Version)Our Valentines gift from us to you is the Gauge Magazine February 2025 Issue! With event coverage from Beatersville 2024, Havasu Meltdown 2024, Indy Mecum Auto Auction 2024, and Team Tensei Spring Showcase 2024. We also have three feature rides including a 2019 Ford F250 owned by Erik Hernandez, a 1967 Pontiac Catalina 2x2 Convertible owned by Danny and Becky Mientka, and a 2015 Subaru WRX owned by Desirae Sherry. We also have our HOT Gauge Girl Sarah!
2015 Subaru WRX owner Desirae Sherry
A car is more than just a mode of transportation—it can be a symbol, a message, and even a form of advocacy. For Desirae Sherry, her 2015 Subaru WRX, known as Endo War, is more than just a build; it’s a personal battle cry against stage 4 Endometriosis, a disease she was diagnosed with in 2018. Through her passion for cars, Desirae has created a vehicle that not only turns … [Read more...]
2019 Ford F250 Platinum owner Erick Hernandez
When it comes to jaw-dropping, show-stopping builds, Erick Hernandez’s Queen of Hearts—a 2019 Ford F250 Platinum—is a masterpiece in the world of lifted trucks. Originally built for SEMA 2019 and featured in the American Force booth, this truck has continued to evolve, making an unforgettable return to SEMA 2023 with cutting-edge audio and lighting enhancements. The … [Read more...]
Team Tensei Spring Showcase 2024
If you want to see the definition of success in a small town, look no further than Team Tensei Spring Showcase 2024. This passionate group of automotive enthusiasts has only been around for a few years, but their rapid growth has already led to multiple venue changes—and they may have to switch again. On April 7, 2024, Team Tensei took over LP Frans Stadium in Hickory, NC, … [Read more...]
Havasu Meltdown 2024
Lake Havasu City, Arizona, came alive on April 12, 2024, as the eagerly awaited Havasu Meltdown brought a thrilling weekend of custom rides, boats, live entertainment, and high-energy festivities. Known for attracting some of the most impressive custom vehicles and automotive enthusiasts from all over the country, this event once again proved to be a must-attend gathering for … [Read more...]
Beatersville 2024
Louisville, Kentucky, turned into the ultimate hotspot for hot rod and rat rod enthusiasts as Beatersville 2024 took over the streets on May 26, 2024. This annual car show, known for celebrating traditional rods and customs, once again delivered an unforgettable experience filled with jaw-dropping rides, live entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere. Beatersville 2024 … [Read more...]
Mecum Auto Auction 2024 – Indianapolis
The Mecum Auto Auction 2024 rolled into Indianapolis, Indiana, from May 10-18, 2024, delivering a high-energy week filled with stunning cars, exhilarating bids, and automotive enthusiasts from all over the country. As one of the biggest and most anticipated collector car auctions of the year, Mecum Indy did not disappoint, drawing massive crowds and jaw-dropping bids on some of … [Read more...]
1966 Pontiac Catalina 2+2 convertible owned by Danny and Becky Mientka
Some builds are more than just restorations—they’re resurrections. That’s exactly what Danny and Becky Mientka set out to accomplish with their 1966 Pontiac Catalina 2+2, aptly named Big Cat. This sleek, powerful machine boasts a history as rich as its transformation, culminating in a one-of-a-kind masterpiece thanks to The Custom Shop and the skilled hands of John Wargo and … [Read more...]
