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Video: The Future of Classic Car Audio Is in Your Pocket

There’s something timeless about a classic car - the lines, the sound, the feeling. But when it comes to technology, even the most vintage ride deserves a modern upgrade. Enter the RetroSound Radio Control App: a free, powerful companion that transforms how you interact with your vehicle’s audio system.

Designed specifically for RetroSound radios equipped with the latest Motor 4HD and Motor 4DAB platforms, this app bridges the gap between nostalgic style and cutting-edge convenience - putting total control right in the palm of your hand.

Upgrade Your 1967-72 Chevy or GMC Pickup Dash with Modern Precision

When you slide behind the wheel of a 1967-72 Chevy or GMC pickup, the view over the hood is timeless. Your gauges should be just as dialed-in as the rest of your build. Whether you’re restoring a classic or building a modernized street machine, the Dakota Digital VHX Series Gauge Set (Part #DD672W) brings your dash into the present without sacrificing its vintage soul.

Engineered as a direct-fit system for ’67-’72 GM pickups, this setup installs into your stock or reproduction bezel and instantly upgrades your interior with a clean, high-performance look that feels right at home.

Classic Industries Unveils New Digital Parts Catalog for GM Trucks

 

Classic Industries has launched its GM Truck Digital Parts and Accessories Catalog, a powerful interactive resource designed to help enthusiasts locate restoration parts, accessories, and upgrades for Chevrolet and GMC trucks.

This comprehensive online Chevy and GMC truck parts catalog gives restorers and truck builders access to thousands of high-quality components covering multiple generations of GM trucks.

A Long Road Back: Fred Rodriguez's 1955 GMC 100 Series Pickup

For Fred Rodriguez of Long Beach, California, this 1955 GMC 100 Series ½-ton pickup is more than just a classic truck - it’s the return of a piece of his past.

Fred owned a similar GMC when he was younger, but like many early projects, it eventually slipped away. What followed was a 15-year search to find another one that captured the same feeling. That search finally came to an end in Fresno, when an online listing caught his attention. Knowing opportunities like this don’t come around often, Fred hooked up a trailer and made the trip.

Custom Truckin' - Chevy & GMC Square Body Special Editions

For most people, a vehicle is simply a tool for getting from Point A to Point B. But as enthusiasts, our vehicles are much more than that — they're an extension of our personality. Modifying and accessorizing our cars and trucks lets us express ourselves and stand out from the crowd. Back in the 1970s and 1980s, General Motors leaned into this idea with a wide variety of special edition packages for Chevy and GMC "Square Body" trucks. In this article, we'll take a look back at a handful of the most interesting Square Body special editions.

1968 GMC Short-Bed C1500 Fender-Side - Pickup's Potential Realized

Many vintage American truck enthusiasts regard the 1968 GMC C1500 short-bed fender-side as a ready for work pickup truck with an earnest countenance. About three years ago, Surf City USA resident, Chris Van Schyndel, was surfing around on Craigslist. Wearing a flat black, rattle can paint scheme, Chris saw a GMC fender-side that really seemed to be trying to hide its rugged good looks.

Videos: A Few of Our Favorite American Cars from Movies & TV Shows

The sort of vehicles that we get exposed to in our upbringing can influence the kind of cars and trucks that we wish to own later in life. If the vehicle is old enough (and the car's would-be caretaker has sufficient spending cash), it could be the sort of car/truck that an auto enthusiast wishes to purchase as a project vehicle to maintain (if it's running), renovate, or resto-mod. The various forms of media — radio, TV, movies, the internet, video games, etc. — all can contribute in a big way to this sort of automotive exposure and influence. Today, we'll discuss a few of our favorite American classic cars from movies and TV shows.

Grand National Truck Show Showcases Stunning Custom and Classic Trucks


The third annual O’Reilly Auto Parts Grand National Truck Show, presented by Classic Truck Performance magazine, once again brought an impressive gathering of classic and custom trucks, SUVs, and vans to the Fairplex in Pomona, California, on September 26–27, 2025. Produced by Rod Shows, the two-day event featured a packed schedule of exhibitions, curated displays, and awards presented across more than 65 judged classes.

Video: Top 10 Restoration Mistakes - Classic GM C/K Pickups 1960–1972


Restoring a first- or second-generation GM C/K pickup is like reviving a bruiser from the golden era of GM haulers. But too many builds stall out - or worse, miss the mark - because folks overlook the details. Here’s a countdown of the biggest mistakes people make when wrenching on these rigs, so you don’t wind up with a money pit instead of a street legend.

From Chance Find to Showpiece: Denny Ruan’s 1987 GMC Sierra R10

For many enthusiasts, building a classic truck begins with months - sometimes years - of searching for the perfect project. For Denny Ruan, it began with a single phone call. Today, nearly three years after that moment, his 1987 GMC Sierra R10 stands as a lowered, tastefully modified cruiser that blends late-’80s squarebody style with personal touches and family craftsmanship.