February 2026 Gauge Girl Model: Honey Photos by: Double D Some people fit into a scene naturally—and then there are those who embody it. Honey is the latter. At 32 years old, this brunette, blue-eyed powerhouse brings confidence, authenticity, and undeniable energy wherever she goes, whether it’s behind the bar, in front of the camera, or walking through a packed car … [Read more...]
February 2026 Issue
(View Digital Version)The February 2026 issue of Gauge Magazine delivers a powerful mix of custom builds and show coverage. Featured vehicles include David Miller’s 2015 Chevy Silverado, Doug Lewe’s classic 1931 Ford Model A, and Amber Rose’s 2000 GMC Sonoma. Event highlights span the Atlantic City Truck Meet, Lowdown Round-Up, and Dia De Los Flojos Picnic. The issue also features Gauge Girl Honey, rounding out another must-read edition for custom truck and hot rod enthusiasts.
Lowdown Round-Up 2025
If you’re all about custom rides, classic cruisers, lowered trucks, killer builds, and good vibes, then Lowdown Round-Up 2025 was your kind of weekend. Set against the scenic backdrop of Water Works Park in Des Moines, Iowa, this three-day automotive celebration from May 30 to June 1, 2025 brought car and truck lovers together for one unforgettable motorsport meet-up. What … [Read more...]
Dia De Los Flojos 2025
On May 4, 2025, the low-and-slow, chrome-and-custom scene rolled into Castaic Lake, California for the Dia De Los Flojos Picnic — a laid-back celebration of lowriders, mini-trucks, classic cars, and good company that Southern California cruisers live for. Dia De Los Flojos is more than “just a picnic.” It’s a community meet-up hosted by the Flojos Truck Club — a crew known for … [Read more...]
Atlantic City Truck Meet 2025
If you’re into lifted rigs, custom builds, burnout pits, and good vibes by the coast, then the Atlantic City Truck Meet was the place to be June 7–8, 2025 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. This two-day automotive extravaganza at Bader Field pulled truck lovers from all over to celebrate everything that makes the truck scene so great — and trust me, you didn’t want to miss it. A … [Read more...]
2015 Chevy Silverado
"Big D's Chop Shop" Owned by: David Miller Photos by: Chromey Some trucks are built to flex. Some are built to cruise. And some are built because the owner simply can’t leave well enough alone. David Miller’s 2015 Chevy Silverado is definitely the last one. What started as a bone-stock work truck quickly turned into a full-blown, frame-laying, show-quality build — … [Read more...]
1931 Ford Model A
"Road King" Owned by: Doug Lewe Photos by: Double D Some hot rods are built to sit under bright lights. Others are built to chase trophies. And then there are the rare ones built for one simple reason: to be driven. Doug Lewe’s 1931 Ford Model A falls squarely into that last category. This isn’t a trailer queen or a “once-a-year” show car. It’s a hard-running, … [Read more...]
2000 GMC Sonoma
"The New Guy" Owned by: Amanda Rose Photos by: John Mumaw Some builds start with a vision. Others start with a breakup, a reset button, and a need to figure out who you really are. Amanda Rose’s 2000 GMC Sonoma falls squarely into the second category. What began as a lowered mini truck she picked up for just $3,000 slowly turned into something way bigger than a … [Read more...]
