Founder of the Ford Motor Company and inventor of the assembly line at the start of the Industrial Revolution, Henry Ford is famous for saying the following, "Any customer can have a car painted any color that he wants so long as it is black". Now Mr. Ford, mind you, was saying that to save money and time, as the Ford Model T's matriculated down the assembly line from approximately 1914 to 1926. As you lay your eyes on this ink well deep, three dimensional jet-black 1997 GMC Yukon GT 4WD, you're probably wondering what in the heck does a bunch of black tin lizzies training down Henry's production line have to do with this commanding beauty?

California classic-car enthusiasts scored a significant legislative victory on September 16, 2026, when Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1392 (SB 1392), better known as “Leno’s Law,” at Jay Leno’s Garage in Burbank, California. The new law creates a limited, phased-in exemption from California’s Smog Check requirements for qualifying collector vehicles from the 1976 through 1985 model years.

Some classic trucks are restored because they're rare. Others are restored because they're part of the family.

This beautifully restored 1973 Chevrolet C-30 Cheyenne Super Camper Special dually falls into the latter category. Its story began more than five decades ago, long before its current owner took possession. It is a story of family, unforgettable road trips, and a promise fulfilled.

Some custom trucks begin with a clean survivor, a running project, or at least a complete vehicle. Chad Compton’s 1974 GMC C15 Super Custom wasn’t any of those things.

When Compton acquired the short-bed Fleetside in 2022, it was essentially a full-size jigsaw puzzle. There was no engine in the truck, the bed wasn’t mounted, body panels had been removed, and assorted parts were packed away in boxes. Three years later, that collection of pieces emerged from a literal barn as a meticulously detailed, LS-powered square body wearing a custom Sky Blue and white two-tone finish—and carrying a Best of Show – Paint award to prove just how far the project had come.

The 1973 Chevrolet C30 represents a major engineering shift in the history of Chevy trucks. Serving as the launch year for the third-generation "Square Body" (officially named the "Rounded-Line" series by General Motors), the 1973 C30 delivered significant upgrades in aerodynamics, chassis durability, and passenger comfort. For classic truck owners, restoration shops, and heavy-duty vehicle enthusiasts, understanding the specific technical specifications of the 1973 model year is critical.

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The 1957 Chevy truck stands out in the classic vehicle world. It sits right in the middle of GM's legendary Task Force generation, which ran from 1955 to 1959. When you look at a 1957 Chevrolet pickup, you see the exact point where GM bridged the gap between pure agricultural workhorses and stylish, modern haulers. If you are building one, you already know its potential. You might go for a factory-correct restoration, or you might build a high-horsepower restomod. Either way, understanding the history, specs, and parts availability for the 57 Chevy truck will dictate how you plan and execute your project.

The term resto-mod has a wide range of possible interpretations. Some enthusiasts believe that anything that isn't restored completely to factory specs is a resto-mod, while others think that only significantly modified cars (like pro-touring builds) should get that designation.ICON 4x4 founder Jonathan Ward created a custom classic truck that pushes this concept to its most extreme limits, so much so that he prefers to avoid the term entirely. "This is not a resto-mod," he explained. "It behaves and acts like a brand new truck because it is a brand new truck." Still, despite its updated underpinnings and enhanced technology, ICON's C Modern Retro Series retains all the timeless style of a classic 1967-72 Chevy C-10.

The classic formula for any hot rod is to take the biggest V8 engine available and drop it into a relatively small, lightweight chassis. General Motors understood this, but rather than starting with a car, it applied the formula to its recently-debuted GMT400 truck platform. The 454ci big block V8 was normally found in heavy-duty full-size pickups, but starting in 1990, GM dropped it into a 1/2-ton short-bed model and called it the 454 SS. This menacing muscle truck was sold under the appropriate RPO code "B4U" and came with a variety of performance and handling upgrades. Its success forged a new market segment for trucks like the SVT Lightning and Ram SRT-10.

Upgrading the sound system in a classic vehicle used to mean sacrificing originality, but not anymore. Whether you’re restoring a first-generation Camaro, cruising in a Tri-Five Chevy, or bringing a vintage Mustang back to life, today’s solutions allow you to enjoy modern audio without altering your dash.

Custom Autosound radios at Classic Industries deliver the perfect combination of factory-correct styling and modern technology, making them one of the most popular upgrades among classic car enthusiasts.

In this guide, we’ll explore the top Custom Autosound radio options and highlight real Classic Industries part numbers to help you find the right fit for your vehicle.