Triangle Chapter of the AACA - Wake County NC

05/18/2026

This weekend! Just a wee bit down the road in an amazing little village. Get up and go!

05/18/2026

It's a beautiful day for a drive...call in sick to work, then hit the road with your 4 wheeled friend!

05/11/2026

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We appreciate the invite from Habitat for Humanity! This Saturday at the Kohl's shopping center in Southern Pines - all cars are welcome, no registration required, join the cruise in car show taking place.

The market hosts many vendors and will have music by Locals Only DJ spinning the oldies, and be sure to visit Moore County Humane Society pulls in with their pet adoption trailer.

02/23/2026

The Lake Allatoona Region invites you to attend the AACA Winter Nationals on the beautiful new campus of Georgia Highlands College in Cartersville, GA. The Region has put together a great event and are excited to show you around Cartersville Museum City. After joining car enthusiasts at the event, explore LakePoint Sports in Emerson, Big Door Vineyards, Fort Mountain Scenic Overlook or other North Georgia destinations. Check out these event highlights:

• Thursday Welcome Reception at Old Car City USA
• Friday Excursions: Historic Downtown Cartersville, Booth Western Art Museum, Etowah Indian Mounds, Tellus Science Museum
• Friday Membership Roundtable & Judging School
• Friday Tour & Special Presentation at the Savoy Automobile Museum, plus Tom Shinall will interview Corky Coker!
• Friday Evening Georgia Highlands College Meet & Greet
• Saturday Swap Meet & Car Corral
• Saturday CJE & Owners Briefing
• Saturday Winter Nationals Car Show at Georgia Highlands College
• Saturday Evening Awards Banquet at Georgia Highlands College with special guest Ken Gross!!

For additional information or to register visit: ( have your membership number handy)
https://aaca.org/aacanationalshowsandtourscalendar/

02/21/2026

Triangle Chapter 61st annual Car Show
Satrurday, October 24, 2026
Garner Towne Square Shopping Center
(MoJo's Parking Lot)

02/18/2026

Our next meeting is Sunday, February 22nd, 2:00 to 5:00 pm, at The Local (1235 Huricane Alley Way, Raleigh).

Mike Petersen's program will take us around America using 1955 period post cards, radio broadcasts, music and commercials.

We will also present this year's event schedule, and discuss several Chapter Road Tour opportunities and our Chili Cook-off on March 22nd.

Since our January meeting was canceled because of the bad weather, I am looking forward to seeing everyone Sunday.

02/17/2026

Event: General Meeting of the Triangle Chapter of the AACA
Meeting Date: Feb 22, 2026
Meeting Location: The Local 1235 Hurricane Alley Way, Raleigh, NC 27607

Event Schedule: Arrive 2:00 to 2:30
Lunch/Dinner 2:30-3:45
Meeting and Presentation 3:45 to 5:00

We welcome Guests and New Members. If it is nice Please drive your classic cars!

02/06/2026

Wear Red and Give Day is the first Friday in February, when the nation comes together to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and women’s heart health. From moms to teachers to community leaders, millions will unite with a common goal of eradicating cardiovascular disease, America’s leading cause of death.

02/03/2026

Our club is looking for a space for our Chili Cook off in March. Either March 15 or 22. WE normally have 60-70 people. If you have such a space send us a message.

02/02/2026

02/02/2026

The 1993 Car of the Year Award as decided by 58 automotive journalists from 19 countries was presented to the Nissan Micra on this day in 1993. The Micra, a European market model, won the contest which is based on strict criteria regarding general design, comfort, safety, economy, handling, general road worthiness, performance, functionality, driver satisfaction and price.

The NIssan MIcra won the Car of the Year Award on February 1, 1993. This was the first time a Japanese badged car won the honor.