Event DescriptionDiscover how Detroit became the center of industry on this tour. The tour takes in the Globe Building, Dequindre Cut, Packard Plant, the GM Detroit-Hamtramck (Poletown) Assembly Plant, Milwaukee Junction, New Center (old GM Headquarters and Fisher Building), and TechTown, where we will learn how industry is evolving with advanced technology. On the return trip, we will pass the Michigan Theatre, the location of Ford’s original workshop, the Bagley Garage. This tour includes an extended stop with a docent-led tour of the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant.
Event DescriptionDiscover how Detroit became the center of industry on this tour. The tour takes in the Globe Building, Dequindre Cut, Packard Plant, the GM Detroit-Hamtramck (Poletown) Assembly Plant, Milwaukee Junction, New Center (old GM Headquarters and Fisher Building), and TechTown, where we will learn how industry is evolving with advanced technology. On the return trip, we will pass the Michigan Theatre, the location of Ford’s original workshop, the Bagley Garage. This tour includes an extended stop with a docent-led tour of the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant. Community Partner: Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Ride Distance: approximately 15 miles Tour price: $35.00 | with bike rental: $45.00 Max of 15 riders per tour
Event TitleAutomotive Showplace: 1985 Mercury Motorsport Capri Pilot Car
Event Date(s)Summer of 2023
Event LocationDetroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward Ave, Detroit
Event DescriptionThis automobile was specially made for the 1985 Detroit Grand Prix, Mercury was the sponsor for the race and supplied the pace cars for both the Formula One and Trans Am races. Mercury started production of the pace car with a 1985 Capri RS and styled it to look like their dominant race car from the previous year. The modified Capri (called a “Pilot Car”) was then used to build a total of 40 nearly identical cars. Ten were used during race week on the track with two of the cars being the actual pace cars for the events. The other 30 were called Motorsport Capris and were sold at Mercury dealerships. The pilot car was featured heavily in all Mercury promotional material for the Detroit Grand Prix IV in 1985 and was displayed in the Renaissance Center during race week.
Event LocationHenry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Event DescriptionPresented by General Motors, the first comprehensive exhibition covering various forms of American auto racing, including stock car, sports car, drag racing, Indy car, hill climb and land-speed racing, is now open in Dearborn. The 24,000 square-foot exhibit provides visitors an in-depth look at the people, the experiences, the culture, the spectacle, the risks and the innovations centered in the world of American auto sports.
Event DescriptionThis 3rd annual event is a celebration of motorsports. The program will include 2 days at the speed ring and a 1-day exposition. Exhibitors will compete in 8 different classes at the M1 Speed Ring. The 1.5-mile M1 Concourse Champion Motor Speedway will showcase 60+ cars where fans can compare and experience just about every kind of race car there is. This year the Concourse is honoring three significant automotive anniversaries, 100 years of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 70 years of Corvette, and 50 years of the IROC Series.
Event DescriptionOut of the thousands of parts that make up a car, the body is the first thing we see. It is critical to safety, comfort, styling and corporate identity. Perhaps the most prominent auto body producer – Fisher Body Company – grew from a family business, operated by a close-knit group of brothers, into a central pillar of General Motors. From early enclosed car bodies through 1950s tailfins and beyond, “Body by Fisher” indicated a quality product, and their iconic coach emblem on every door sill was a reminder of that pedigree. Though Fisher was dissolved in the 1980s, the name endures through the company’s legacy, the family’s philanthropic efforts, and current ties to the industry.
Event TitleNorth American International Detroit Auto Show
Event Date(s)September 16-24, 2023
Event LocationHuntington Place/Downtown Detroit
Event DescriptionExplore nine days of new vehicle displays and exhibits at Huntington Place, Hart Plaza and throughout downtown Detroit, ride-and-drives both indoors and outdoors, air mobility demonstrations, family-fun experiences, musical entertainment, auto enthusiast car clubs, street food and much more.
Event Date(s)Saturday, October 14, 2023 1 - 4 p.m.
Event LocationStahl's Automotive Collection, Chesterfield Twp., MI
Event DescriptionAny cars are welcome to pass out candy in our South lot for our 2nd annual Trunk or Treat event! Kids can enjoy bounce houses, candy, cider, donuts and a coloring station! The Museum will also be open during the event.
Event TitleAchievement: African Americans' Accomplishments & Contributions in Automotive Exhibit
Event Date(s)On Display Now!
Event LocationAutomotive Hall of Fame, Dearborn, MI
Event DescriptionThe contributions Black Americans have made to the automotive industry have not been celebrated or even fully captured and shared. Very little effort has even been made to conduct the required research to identify the individuals, much less curate an exhibit on their accomplishments. The Automotive Hall of Fame recognizes that these are important stories that need to be told.
Event Date(s)Sunday October 1, 2023 10 A.M to 4 P.M.
Event LocationFord Piquette Plant, Detroit, MI
Event DescriptionJoin the Ford Piquette Plant in celebrating the day on which the first Model T was built at the plant. The celebration will feature free Model T rides, vintage vehicles on display, music, food, and beverages for sale. There will be unique vendors and fun and games for the kids. There will be no cost for the events in the parking lot. Regular museum admission prices apply: $10-$17.
Event LocationStahl's Automotive Collection, Chersterfield, MI
Event DescriptionSee the museum in a different light! Stroll through the museum by the glow of neon lights! The overhead lights will be turned down for this special event. The focus will be on signs and lighted gas pumps during this event.
Event LocationStahls Automotive Collection, Chesterfield, MI
Event DescriptionSee the museum in a different light! Stroll through the museum by the glow of neon lights! The overhead lights will be turned down for this special event. The focus will be on signs and lighted gas pumps during this event.
Event Date(s)Saturday October 14, 2023 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Event LocationGilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners, MI
Event DescriptionDeutscheMarques is hosting its annual Oktoberfest at the Gilmore Car Museum on Saturday, October 14th! Featuring a Beer Hall that will be open from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM; a Costume Contest which will feature trophies for the best traditional-dressed gentleman, lady, and child; and German Car Color Tour! There will be German food, German beer, and the ever popular DeutscheMarques Oom-Pah band! Also – of course – your beautiful German cars!
