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The 27th Annual Woodward Dream Cruise Revving Up For The Largest Celebration Of Detroit Cars August 19, 2023

August 19, 2023.

(Update: July 17, 2023) — The 27th Annual Woodward Dream Cruise is North America’s largest automotive parade of classic cars.

The woodward cruise is the largest single car cruise in the country attracting over 1.5 million visitors, and over 40 thousand cars.

The Woodward Dream Cruise is a fascinating event with a rich history.

It all started when Pamela S. McCullough, Mayor, and Nelson House, a plumber from Ferndale, came up with the idea for the cruise in 1994 to help raise money for a children’s soccer field in his community.

They envisioned a small gathering of car enthusiasts, but the event quickly grew beyond his wildest dreams.

The inaugural woodward cruise took place in August 1995, and it was an instant hit. The original expectation was for 30,000 to 40,000 spectators, but the actual turnout was a whopping 250,000.

Starting in Pontiac and ending in Ferndale, The Woodward Dream Cruise 2023 will parade over forty thousand vintage Detroit muscle cars up and down Woodward Avenue, attracting over 1.5 million visitors.

Since then, the Woodward Cruise has grown exponentially. Today, it attracts over 1.5 million people and 40,000 classic cars each year, making it the world’s largest one-day automotive event.

The Woodward Dream Cruise is a celebration of Detroit’s automotive history and a testament to the enduring appeal of classic cars.

The event spans a 16-mile stretch of Woodward Avenue and includes nine communities from Ferndale to Pontiac. It’s not just about the cars, though. The Woodward Dream Cruise is a community event, with live music, street vendors, and family-friendly activities adding to the festive atmosphere.

Started in 1995, the 16-mile car parade cruises directly up and down Woodward Avenue, passing through the cities of Pontiac, Birmingham, Royal Oak, Bloomfield Township, Huntington Woods, Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Pleasant Ridge, and Berkley.

The Woodward Dream Cruise is a testament to the power of community and the enduring appeal of classic cars. It’s a celebration of Detroit’s rich automotive history and a chance for car enthusiasts from around the world to come together and share their passion.

VIDEO: “WXYZ-TV’s 2022 Woodward Dream Cruise Special Live Broadcast”

Over 1.5 million people are expected with more than forty thousand ‘50s and ‘60s classic cars for the famous 16-mile Woodward Dream Cruise in the suburbs in NE Detroit. Ford Motors will be the primary sponsor for the cruise for the fifth consecutive year.

Woodward Dream Cruise Board Members & Executive Team For general comments and questions, please email the Woodward Dream Cruise at [email protected] . The following is the official listing of the nine participating community board representatives and the WDC Executive Team. Mailing address: 1200 Kirts, Suite 100, Troy, MI 48084. Phone: (248)546-1573.

2023 Woodward Dream Cruise Date: August 18 & 19, 2023 Location : Woodward Avenue in Oakland County (From Pontiac the Ferndale) Price: FREE Description:   Anyone is welcome to take part, however, those not operating a historic car are urged to avoid the two right lanes that are closest to the curb. Visit the website for further details about the schedule of events and the route.

The 28th Annual Woodward Dream Cruise Revving Up For The Largest Celebration Of Detroit Cars August 19, 2023.

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The 16-Mile Woodward Dream Cruise Travels Through The Above (Image) Cities; Pontiac, Bloomfield Township, Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Berkley, Ferndale, And Huntington Woods From Sunrise To Sunset On August 20, 2022

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The Woodward Cruise Will Be Broadcast Live Over The WXYZ TV Channel And August 19, 2023. WXYZ-TV Channel 7 www.wxyz.com/dreamcruise WXYZ-TV’s 2022 Woodward Dream Cruise Special

Also, the Woodward Cruise car show will be broadcast live over the internet and radio – www.audacy.com/womc/

Cruise in Shoes

The Woodward Dream Cruise is not just about classic cars; it also includes a unique event known as “Cruise in Shoes.” This event is a 5K run/walk that takes place on the morning of the Dream Cruise. It’s a chance for participants to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Cruise in a different way, on foot rather than from behind the wheel.

“Cruise in Shoes” kicks off at 7:30 AM, and the course takes participants down a stretch of Woodward Avenue, allowing them to experience the excitement of the Dream Cruise before the classic cars take over. It’s a family-friendly event, with participants of all ages and fitness levels welcome.

The event is professionally timed, and medals are awarded to the top finishers in each age group. But it’s not just about competition; it’s also about community. “Cruise in Shoes” is a chance to get out and enjoy the Dream Cruise atmosphere while also getting some exercise.

Whether you’re a serious runner looking for a unique race or a casual walker who wants to enjoy the Dream Cruise in a new way, “Cruise in Shoes” is a fun and exciting part of the Woodward Dream Cruise experience.

To participate in Cruise In Shoes, please pre-register online at www.CruiseinShoes.com/registration or sign-up on the day of the event at Royal Oak Shrine High School.

FULL SCHEDULE of EVENTS

City of Berkley (Starting Line) ► Friday, August 18, 2023: ► 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM: CruiseFest Classic Car Parade, On West 12 Mile Rd., between Coolidge & Greenfield Rd. ► 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise, West 12 Mile @ Woodward Avenue ► Saturday, August 19, 2023: ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise, West 12 Mile Rd @ Woodward Avenue www.berkleymich.org/cruisefest

City of Birmingham (Halfway Point to Pontiac) Saturday, August 19, 2023: ►  9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Birmingham Cruise at S. Old Woodward & Maple to Lincoln ► Birmingham event includes a Classic Car Show, Interactive Sponsor Displays, Retail & Food Vendors ► WHEN: ALL DAY: The City of Birmingham is the place to be if you want to walk the street freely among the classic car collections. Birmingham also offers plenty of places to wine, dine, and shop for you, your friends, and your family. www.AllinBirmingham.com/CruiseEvent

City of Ferndale Friday, August 18, 2023 – Nine Mile Rd & Woodward ► 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Ferndale Emergency Vehicle Show ► 5:00 PM: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Ribbon Cutting Ceremony ► 5:30 PM: Lights & Sirens Cruise (begins at the corner of E. Nine Mile Rd & Woodward Ave. north to 11 Mile Rd and back). ► 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Kids Car Club Zone ► 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Quarter Midget Racing ► 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM: Rock’n Live Entertainment Stage ALL DAY: The City of Ferndale will offer entertainment, good eats, food from vendors, libations, and Dream Cruis Memorabilia.

City of Ferndale Saturday, August 19, 2023 – @ Nine Mile Rd & Woodward ► 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Mustang Alley ► 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM: Kids Car Club Zone ► 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM: Rock’n Live Entertainment Stage ► ALL DAY: The City of Ferndale will offer good eats, food from Vendors, and Dream Cruise Memorabilia. www.FerndaleDreamCruise.com

City of Royal Oak Friday, August 18, 2023: ► 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Performance Park Classic Car Show ► ALL DAY: City of Royal Oak will offer the Official Woodward Dream Cruise Memorabilia and Car Art

Saturday, August 19, 2023: ► 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Cruise In Shoes 5k Run ► 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM: Performance Park Classic Car Show Hours ► ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise, Vendors & Food Court

City of Royal Oak Friday, August 18, 2023: ► 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Performance Park Classic Car Show ► ALL DAY: Royal Oak Offers A Wide Variety Of Woodward Dream Cruise Memorabilia and will be serving food all day.

Saturday, August 19, 2023: ► 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Cruise In Shoes 5k Run ► 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM: Performance Park Classic Car Show Hours ► ALL DAY: The Official Woodward Dream Cruise Will Offer Merchandise, Collectibles, and Food Vendors

City of Pleasant Ridge Saturday, August 19, 2023: ► ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise will be available at Woodward & Oakland Park Blvd. ► 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Is The Featured Ford Bronco Show at Woodward & Oakland Park Blvd.

City Of Pontiac (Finishing Line) August 18 & 19, 2023: ► M-1 Classic Car Parade ( M1 Dream Cruise Car Collector Location) ► Pontiac Classic Car Show ► Live entertainment and other fun activities. ► ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise, vendors & food court. www.pontiac.mi.us

ABOUT THE M1 CAR CLUB The M1 Car Club is set to host an exhilarating event featuring live entertainment and unique driving experiences for car collectors at the Champion Motor Speedway, located within the M1 Concourse Car Club . This year, the club will be celebrating the Woodward Dream Car Show across all three days, showcasing a diverse array of hot rods, custom cruisers, muscle cars, and supercars, amounting to hundreds of significant vehicles.

The show is designed to highlight various car classes and marques, fostering a celebration of automotive enthusiasm right in the heart of the Motor City. This year holds special significance as the M1 Car Club will be commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Corvette, as well as the 65th anniversary of MOPAR and Ramchargers. The event promises to be a vibrant tribute to these iconic brands, reflecting the rich history and passion that defines the world of car enthusiasts.

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As a Woodward Dream Cruise virgin until Saturday, I had limited experience with the car event — mostly annoyance at the traffic snarls it creates or an occasional nod at a particularly cool car. 

Saturday, however, I left the air-conditioned comfort of my own car and made my way through the madness. 

People from all over began to line the streets in tents and folding chairs as early as 7 a.m. and by 11, a rainbow of cars edged down Woodward bumper to bumper. On the sidewalk, dog walkers stopped to talk with car owners, strangers traded stories about their own vehicles, and kids of all ages wriggled their way through the crowd and pulled on their parents' fingers to ensure they were paying adamant attention to the parade of traffic. 

The historic event began almost 30 years ago, in 1995. Organizers initially expected to draw around 30,000-40,000 visitors from metro Detroit, but were shocked when over 250,000 came to the inaugural cruise. 

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It is now the largest single-day classic car event in the world. 

Doug Green started drag racing on Woodward Avenue when he was 15. He officially got a license two years later, but says his privileges were revoked within a year because he had accumulated so many tickets from his hobby. 

"My insurance was crazy for a while, but it didn't stop me," he said with a laugh.

Now 73, Green has made the 3½-hour drive from Mackinaw City to Detroit every year since it began, missing just once because he got sick.

"It just brings me back to good times," he said.

Different car companies stood at their booths, advertising their latest models while owners of previous models polished, cleaned and discussed them.

Not all cruisers appreciate the same things, however, and some take great pride in their vehicle's sparkle and shine, while others, especially those with so-called "rat-rides," boast about their car's original design.

Brad Pepperell, 53, of Ferndale, has been attending the Dream Cruise since he was a child and says he appreciates the variety.

"You see things here you're never going to see anywhere else," he said.

As if on cue, a dark orange van began to pass; it appeared to have been flipped upside-down. Another set of wheels were attached so that the car was driving on its roof. A cacophony of shouts — from "WHOA" to "Did you see that?" — rang through the crowd gathering on the sidewalk. 

In Birmingham, the National Corvette Restorers Society took up about a block of Old Woodward. Since the group was founded in 1974, the members' goal has been to restore the cars to how they were in the dealership.

"These cars were a part of families. It's a way of bringing back memories," says Mike Bailey, 80, as he stands in front of his 1961 Corvette. 

Bailey says that he was thinking of selling his car when his son, Mike Jr., was 3 years old. Upon hearing the news, however, his son began to weep and told him he couldn't possibly. So Bailey kept it.

Decades later, Mike Jr.'s own 2023 Corvette now stands next to Bailey's 1961.

More than just a car show or traffic jam, I realized, the Woodward Dream Cruise is a place where the past, present, and future converge, and where tradition and innovation are celebrated together, as one. 

One man, passing the Baileys' cars while gently holding his young daughter's hand, stopped and bent down to meet her gaze. 

"Look at the history here," he told her. "This is where the Corvette started and there it is now. Isn't that cool?"

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Car shows, cruises ready to roll in 2024

Metro | Published May 1, 2024

METRO DETROIT — Car lovers looking to fuel their appetites for hot rods, classics and more have plenty of local shows and cruises to check out from now until fall. If you have one to add, send an email to  [email protected] . May 4 Cars and Coffee Hosted by Michigan Bronco Club and MODDED Detroit, 9-11 a.m., Ford’s Garage in Novi, 44175 W. 12 Mile Road, Suite F-139, twelvemilecrossing.com/event/cars-coffee-at-fords-garage-in-novi-2 May 5 North Oakland Mopar Muscle Car show and swap meet, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, packardprovinggrounds.org May 8 Eastpointe Cruisin’ Gratiot fundraiser Includes 50-50 and gift baskets raffles, plus cars on display, 4-8 p.m., Cloverleaf Bar & Restaurant, 24443 Gratiot Ave.,  cruisin-gratiot.com/fundraisers/2024-gratiot-cruise-fundraiser May 18 Car show fundraiser Also prizes, food and coffee, and live music, hosted by and benefit for North Lake High School and Lake Shore Early Childhood Center, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Rodgers Elementary School, 21601 Lanse St. in St. Clair Shores, lsps.ce.eleyo.com May 19 BBAC Swap Meet, Car Show & Used Car Corral: Hosted by Bearing Burners Auto Club, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Knights Park & Pavilion, 11541 21 Mile Road in Shelby Township, call Jim at (248) 925-2801 or Franko at (586) 293-1035 May 25 & 26 Car Festivals Heritage Rod & Custom Car Festival, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 25, and Festival of Cars, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 26, both events benefit Leader Dogs for the Blind and Rochester Lions Club charities, also awards, 50-50, door prizes, music, food and more, Rochester Municipal Park, 816 Ludlow Ave. in Rochester, rochesterlionsclub.org/index.php May 26 Remember & Honor Car, truck and motorcycle show, plus food, music, raffles, door prizes and awards, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 33320 Kelly Road in Clinton Township, call Kim at (586) 610-2990 or Mike at (586) 823-9338 May 28-30 1931 Packard Salon Special Showing Vehicle photoshoots, site tours, dinner and visits to other local automotive attractions, Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, see times and more details at packardprovinggrounds.org May 31-June 2 Center Line Independence Festival and Cruisin' 53 Festival 2-11 p.m. May 31, festival and fireworks 11 a.m.-11 p.m. June 1, and festival noon-6 p.m. and Cruisin' 53 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 2, festival at Memorial Park, 25355 Lawrence Ave. in Center Line, cruise headquarters and car show at City Center Plaza, 25005 Van Dyke Ave. in Warren, and cruise from Eight to 13 Mile Roads along Van Dyke in Center Line and Warren,  cruisin53.com

Detroit Grand Prix 8 a.m., held on streets in downtown Detroit, full schedule at detroitgp.com June 9 Cars 'R' Stars Car show and swap meet, also DJ, food and gift shop, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township,  packardprovinggrounds.org June 12-13 & 15 Eastpointe Cruisin’ Gratiot:  Includes car shows from 4-8 p.m. June 12 (Villa Restaurant, 21311 Gratiot Ave.) and June 13 (First State Bank, 16100 E. Nine Mile Road), then cruise lanes open 1:30-7 p.m. June 15, plus prayer service with color guard at 11 a.m., VIP parade at 1 p.m., concert by ShamRock Jazz Orchestra at 2 p.m. and prize drawing at 4 p.m., parking lot at Eastpointe High School, 15501 Couzens Ave., cruisin-gratiot.com June 22 Car show Fundraiser for Vets Returning Home, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., PTI Engineered Plastics, 50900 Corporate Drive in Macomb Township, [email protected] June 29 Packards & Pints Beer, wine, cocktails and cars, also DJ, food, commemorative pint glass and tours, 7 p.m. (VIP at 6 p.m.), Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township,  packardprovinggrounds.org July 21 Easy Rodders Charity car show, swap meet and craft show, portion of proceeds benefit Bound Together and Vets Returning Home, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (awards at 2:30 p.m.), Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township,  packardprovinggrounds.org Aug. 4 Clinton Township Gratiot Cruise Starts at 8 a.m. with car show, other activities include cruise from 14 Mile Road to Wellington Crescent (north of Metropolital Parkway), awards, DJ, games, family fun zone and pedal car race, ends at 5 p.m.,  ctgratiotcruise.com Troy Traffic Jam Automotive festival featuring antiques, classics, muscle cars and exotics, plus tech talks, kids Pedal Power 200 race and more, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Columbia Center on Big Beaver Road,  troyhistoricvillage.org/troy-traffic-jam Aug. 16-17 Woodward Dream Cruise Events in Berkley, Birmingham, Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac and Royal Oak,  woodwarddreamcruise.com Aug. 28 Shorewood Kiwanis Harper Charity Cruise 5-9 p.m., 8 1/2 Mile to 12 Mile roads on Harper Avenue in St. Clair Shores, facebook.com/HarperCharityCruise

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Ongoing Clinton Township Sweet Treats and Sweet Rides, includes cars on display, music and in-store specials, 5-8 p.m. May 16, June 20, July 18, Aug. 15 and Sept. 19, Sanders Chocolate and Ice Cream Shoppe, 23770 Hall Road, (586) 464-5372 Eastpointe Cars and Coffee, see or bring classic cars, plus raffles and prizes, 10 a.m.-noon May 11, June 8, July 20 and Aug. 17, Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road, mimths.org Pontiac Featuring Japanese domestic manufacturing and Asian brand vehicles May 4, GM brands June 8, antique, vintage and classic vehicles July 6, customs, hot rods and pro-touring vehicles Aug. 3, supercars and European vehicles Sept. 7, and MOPAR brands Oct. 12, also complimentary java, 8-11 a.m., M1 Concourse, 1 Concourse Drive, m1concourse.com Roseville Twisted Friday Nights and Eastside Saturdays Nights   car shows, 7 p.m. Fridays and 6 p.m. Saturdays during summer, Gratiot Coney Island, 28560 Gratiot Ave. Sterling Heights Fun Time Cruzers features car shows, prizes, 50-50 and more, 4-8 p.m. every Monday May-September, Lakeside Mall, 14000 Lakeside Circle,  funtimecruzers.com Troy Car shows, 5-7:30 p.m. Thursdays , Big Boy, 200 W. Maple Road, (248) 362-0840 Warren • Car, truck and motorcyle shows, also music, 50-50, food and drinks, 5-8 p.m. Tuesdays, Ukrainian Cultural Center, 26601 Ryan Road, (586) 757-8130

• Friday Night Flex car shows, 7 p.m. Fridays through late fall, Michigan Collegiate High School, 31300 Ryan Road, Facebook

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The Coolest Cars We Saw at the 2023 Woodward Dream Cruise

The annual automotive pilgrimage to Detroit's Woodward Avenue brings out everything from exotic supercars like the Porsche 918 to classic trucks like the Dodge Power Wagon.

The arrival of the Ferrari Monza SP2 in 2018 set off a wave of new open-air supercars like the Aston Martin V12 Speedster and McLaren Elva , but the Monza has remained the prettiest of the modern speedsters. Also sold as a single-seater SP1, the windshield-less look references 1950s race cars and makes the Monza look especially low to the ground. Under the hood lives a 6.5-liter V-12 producing 799 horsepower. Ferrari built fewer than 500 Monzas, and each cost around $1.75 million.

Tucked away behind a building was one of the stars of the show, this white Lamborghini Espada. Production of this two-door, four-seat grand tourer started in 1968 and lasted 10 years, but only 1227 were made in that span. The Espada's stunningly long hood hides a 3.9-liter V-12 which produced 350 horsepower, and this example was fitted with a five-speed manual.

The Dodge Li'l Red Express, launched as a special edition for the D-series truck in 1978, packed serious muscle for the time, with 225 horsepower from its 5.9-liter (360-cubic-inch) V-8. In Car and Driver testing, the truck became the quickest domestic vehicle at the time to hit 100 mph from a standstill. But the Li'l Red Express was just as much about the look, with exhaust stacks towering behind the cab like a semi truck, an oak-paneled bed with a wood-lined floor, and gold graphics on the doors.

The 887-hp plug-in-hybrid Porsche 918 Spyder debuted at the same time as McLaren's 903-hp P1 and Ferrari's 950-hp LaFerrari in 2013, the three plug-in dream machines earning the nickname the Holy Trinity. While the others made more power, the 918 knew how to transfer that oomph to the pavement, becoming the quickest car in Car and Driver testing at the time with a 2.2-second blast to 60 mph . Only 918 were built.

The Ford Model T obviously doesn't have the performance chops of the other cars on this list, but its historical significance is indisputable. The iconic "Tin Lizzie" wasn't rare either, with Ford selling over 15 million units. But it's always a treat to see such an old machine out on the road, and as we learned last year, they are surprisingly challenging to drive .

The GT3 RS badge has always adorned the most hardcore Porsche 911s, but the latest version is the most extreme yet. The 4.0-liter flat-six's 518 hp isn't the most dazzling number among the supercar crowd, but the 911 GT3 RS's wild aerodynamics—which draw upon Formula 1 with a drag-reduction system on the rear wing—make the GT3 RS a beast around the track. Pricing starts at a cool $225,250.

Truck lovers also had plenty to be excited about at Woodward, with lots of beautifully restored classics like this Dodge Power Wagon. Not only is the Power Wagon an imposing piece of machinery, but it was also the first production four-wheel-drive pickup when it went on sale in 1946. The burly truck was closely related to military vehicles used in World War II, and production continued into the late 1960s.

The SVJ model represented the wildest version of Lamborghini's V-12-powered Aventador , with the 6.5-liter engine cranking out a potent 759 horsepower. The spiky rear wing and flared nostrils in the hood worked in tandem to provide immense downforce while limiting drag. We were especially enamored with the glistening purple paint on this example.

Just a few cars down in the same lot, we stumbled upon another purple Lamborghini, this time a Diablo SE30 in a softer hue. This special edition celebrated Lamborghini's 30th anniversary and brought unique bodywork and a horsepower boost to 523 ponies from the 5.7-liter V-12. Just 150 Diablo SE30s were built.

The slab-sided 1961 Lincoln Continental may have been 15 inches shorter than its predecessor, but the luxurious behemoth still stretched over 17 feet. The Continental's sleek elegance is accentuated by the coach doors and the expansive front end that contained a series of V-8 engines. The light pink color of this example reminds us of Porsche's Frozen Berry metallic paint that is offered on the electric Taycan.

We were shocked to see this limited-production Ford Bronco DR , especially since the $295,000 off-roader isn't road legal. Although the DR uses a stock Bronco frame and standard 10-speed automatic gearbox, the V-6 engine was swapped for a Coyote 5.0-liter V-8. Special dampers from Multimatic and 37-inch BFGoodrich tires help absorb bumps as the DR shoots across craggy desert terrain.

The De Tomaso Pantera combined stunning Italian design with American power, housing a series of Ford-sourced V-8s inside its sharp bodywork. The Pantera remained in production for two decades with a little over 7000 produced, but the cleaner styling of the earlier models, like this one, is considered more desirable.

The latest BMW M3 already featured a polarizing design, but the track-focused CS model takes it even further with black accents on the hood, a redesigned grille with a red border, and a lurid shade of green. A heavy dose of carbon fiber helped shave off around 75 pounds versus a standard M3 Competition, and the 3.0-liter inline six ekes out an extra 40 horsepower for a total of 543 ponies.

Nearly every facet of car culture is on display at the Woodward Dream Cruise, and we saw several posses of lowriders cruising the boulevard, showing off their trick hydraulic systems. Their bouncy theatrics drew cheers from the crowds lining the streets, and once they had parked, we were able to appreciate the meticulous craft that is required to build these ornate custom vehicles.

Porsche finally unleashed the full potential of the Cayman with the GT4 RS model, swiping the 4.0-liter flat-six engine from the 911 GT3. In the Cayman GT4 RS, the 9000-rpm motor releases 493 hp, and a combination of sticky tires and hardcore aerodynamics helped it pull 1.11 g on the skidpad in Car and Driver testing.

Although the show is dominated by American metal, there were some neat Japanese cars like this Toyota Land Cruiser. Launched in 1984, the 70-series Land Cruiser has been assembled in a diverse array of body styles and with a large cast of different engines. The truck is still in production in the Middle East. That's where we believe this example was imported from, based on the national emblem of Yemen affixed to the grille.

It took until 2021 for the Porsche 918 Spyder to be beaten, when the Ferrari SF90 Stradale dashed to 60 mph in just 2.1 seconds in a Car and Driver test. It shouldn't have been a surprise, given the plug-in-hybrid V-8 powertrain's impressive 986-hp output. This example looked especially beautiful in this deep shade of green.

The BMW M3 is the sports-sedan benchmark, and the E30 generation from the 1980s was the genesis. Built to fulfill the homologation requirement to race in Germany's DTM series, the four-cylinder engine sent 192 horsepower through a five-speed stick shift to the rear wheels. The E30 is now considered among the greatest M3s ever built.

Jaguar never really built a true M3 rival off the XE sedan, but it did construct 300 examples of the SV Project 8 , a stripped-down race car for the road with a 592-hp supercharged V-8. Designed to set a lap record for sedans at the Nürburgring, the SV Project 8 even came with a track package that deleted the rear seats (but kept the rear doors).

Among the herd of low-slung supercars, the large-and-in-charge Bentley Brooklands stood out. This opulent coupe was related to the Arnage sedan and Azure convertible, and only 550 units were built between 2008 and 2011. A 6.8-liter V-8 fed 530 horsepower through a six-speed automatic to the rear wheels of this $348,085 colossus.

Caleb Miller began blogging about cars at 13 years old, and he realized his dream of writing for a car magazine after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University and joining the Car and Driver team. He loves quirky and obscure autos, aiming to one day own something bizarre like a Nissan S-Cargo, and is an avid motorsports fan.

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Woodward Dream Show

2024 woodward dream show, friday aug. 16 – saturday, aug. 17, 2024.

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Remote Control Cars

Kids of all ages can enjoy our R/C Car Course. Drive your car around the track or create your own experience. Bring a friend for a better time – we’ve got multiple cars!

While you take in the sights and action only found at the M1 Concourse, grab a bite to eat from Green Lantern, Union 212, Chickadee, Batter Up and Sucree!

500+ Cars on Display

See 500+ hand-selected and approved pristine cars from around the region. Walk the grounds and marvel in the quality of cruisers parked on-site.

Insiders' Garage Symposium

Conversations that go under the hood about car topics from distinguished guests. Sit near the stage while local and regional thought leaders share stories about cars, car builds and even more. 

DAY 2 – SATURDAY

M1 concourse will turn back the hands of time on saturday from 10 am until the fireworks display..

Extend the automotive excitement of Day 1 with some fresh scenery, including the recreation of a 1964 New Car Auto Show, musical performers from Motown, Beatles, and Beach Boys tribute bands, cars cackling and more.

You’ll want to be near Woodward Ave. early to see the Woodward Dream Parade, an escorted caravan of cars cruising along America’s iconic road, or take another ride with a professional race car driver in our Race Track Experience.* As the sun sets, grab a drink and crank up the excitement with local bands on centerstage and a breathtaking fireworks display. *Additional cost for Race Track Experiences with professional drivers.

1964 New Car Show

Relive the nostalgia for the 1964 Auto Show as we continue to celebrate “1964” on Saturday of the Woodward Dream Show as we recreate a New Car Auto Show, capture those memorable moments.

Woodward Dream Parade – featuring over 200 vehicles cruising down Woodward Avenue and through downtown Pontiac.

ADD-ON EXPERIENCES

Experience the need for speed as rubber meets the road by having the opportunity to get on track with a professional M1 driver as they put the pedal to the metal on the M1 Circuit.

Tickets include access to M1 Concourse property,  shuttles, premium food trucks, Arena Biergarten, access to all show and display cars, Race Track Experiences, Insiders’ Garage Speakers Symposium, R/C off-road racetrack, awards show, music, entertainment, and much more.

Get exclusive access to elevated views, air conditioning, catered food and drinks as well as plush seating by upgrading to our Club M1 Package.

Get your tickets now for this can’t-miss event!

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Friday or Saturday

6 & under.

• Walk  the  property  to  see  hundreds  of  show  cars
• Race  Track  Experience  rides  in  M1  fleet  cars*
• Access  to  food  trucks,  musical  entertainment,  Fun  Zone, additional  activities
• M1  After  Hours  Concert
• Participate  in  People’s  Choice  voting
• Woodward  Dream  Show  Awards
• Insiders’  Garage  Symposium
• Complimentary  shuttle  from  designated  parking  lot

17 & Under

Hot rod cafe.

• Everything included in the General Admission ticket plus:
• On-site parking in the M1-South Lot (see  map   for reference)
• Catered  food  and  drink  throughout  the  day
• Second-level views from the Senna Skydeck

Ticket Packages

• Admission for Friday, August 16th and Saturday, August 17

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BLOG: Out on Woodward! The sights and sounds of the 2023 Dream Cruise

(WXYZ) — It's the day car enthusiasts have been waiting for all summer, the 2023 Woodward Dream Cruise!

Today, the cruise takes over metro Detroit's most famous road as people flock to see classics, oddities and more.

FULL GALLERY: 2023 WOODWARD DREAM CRUISE

The Dream Cruise is one of the largest outdoor automotive events in the world, drawing more than 1.5 million people and 40,000 classic cars from around the world. It links together nine cities on America’s oldest highway.

Don't forget to catch our 2023 Woodward Dream Cruise special airing tonight on WXYZ-TV and across all of your favorite streaming devices from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Come along with us today and check out what we're seeing here on Woodward:

Jay Leno out on Woodward!

Meet Rob Blevins and his 95-year-old grandfather. They come out to cruise Woodward every year for the Dream Cruise with this '46 Chevy truck. We love to see all the great family moments happening along the avenue today.

Here's a quick highlight reel of some of the fun on Woodward:

Take a stroll down Mustang Alley with us in Ferndale:

Brad Galli catches up with Captain America on Woodward for the Cruise:

10 a.m. Saturday

We're cruising up and down Woodward Ave. with Ken Lingenfelter of The Lingenfelter Collection.

8 a.m. Saturday

Car enthusiasts hit the avenue early to soak up the sun and cruise Woodward:

7:30 a.m. Saturday

The Cruise in Shoes 5K kicked off the festivities this morning:

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Dream Cruise Eve: Woodward Avenue comes alive

Pontiac — Farms have roosters, the Dream Cruise has V-8s.

WAAAUUGGGHHH! A sinister black Pontiac GTO lit up the asphalt at the Woodward and Long Lake stoplight as cruisers woke up with the sun for Dream Cruise Friday. From Pontiac to Bloomfield Hills, cruisers mixed with commuter traffic as clubs set up tents, Corvette celebrated its 70th anniversary at M1 Concourse, and diehards claimed their desired parking spots.

Tom Paletti, 70, of Macomb Township arrived at Woodward and Square Lake at 6 a.m. in his 421-cubic inch, V8-powered 1966 Pontiac Ventura monster to secure his spot in front of Kerby’s Koney Island. He sat in a lawn chair watching the passing parade with his buddy Terry King, 72, of Chesterfield Township and his bright yellow 1973 Camaro Z28.

More: Here's your guide to the 2023 Woodward Dream Cruise

“We used to get up at 4 a.m. to get a spot at the Dodge display at 13 and Woodward, but then Beaumont bought that property and the cops won’t let you park there anymore,” said Paletti, sitting in his lawn chair watching the passing parade of cars. “Kerby’s doesn’t mind. We hang out here all week — we like talking with car people.”

At the corner of Woodward and Whitemore in downtown Pontiac, a lone, bright orange 1955 Chevy 210 sat in the lush lawn like a four-wheel safety cone.

Behind the wheel (and the 350-cube V-8) sat Bruce Larkin, 63. “I took the day off, had breakfast, now I’m just hanging out before I put up my tents,” said the Waterford Township resident and member of the North Oakland Bowtie Club that sets up at this corner each year.

“The Pit Stop food truck over there will open up from 5-8 p.m. for dinner and we’ll get about 20 cars today,” he said. “On Saturday this whole lot will be packed with probably 100 cars.”

Further south in Pontiac, M1 Concourse was alive with activity as the car club’s annual Woodward Dream Show celebrates the 70 th birthday of Corvette this year. The parking lot next to the property’s event center was full of Corvettes staging for a midday photo shoot.

“We have a Corvette from every year that Corvette has been made, from 1953 on,” said M1 CEO Tim McGrane. “We even have a 1983 Corvette — one of the rarest Corvettes in existence.”

That’s because 1983 was the only year in its history that Corvette didn’t go into production. Just 43 ‘Vettes were made before Chevy pulled the plug on production, with General Motors choosing to wait until 1984 to introduce its all-new 4 th generation car. All but one of the 1983 Corvettes was crushed — save for No. 23, which was preserved and now calls the Corvette Museum in Kentucky home.

M1 managed to get it to the Dream Cruise — the first time the rare car has ever left Bowling Green. For $25, the public can come by the Dream Show from noon-8 p.m. Friday and all day Saturday beginning at 8 a.m. The 65 th anniversary of the Ram Charger is also being celebrated.

Werner Meier, 72, worked for GM from 1969-2002 and was instrumental in pulling the Corvette celebration together. “For our photo shoot with all the cars here, we have eight white Corvettes representing each generation of Corvette. They will be in the front of the photo.” One of the eight will be Meier's 1953 Corvette, one of only about 300 made.

The Dream Cruise and charity also go hand in hand. The D-Man Foundation is set up at the corner of Woodward and Long Lake to give hot rides to underprivileged kids and adults.

Mary Anne Pacheco, 67, of Canton Township was out early Friday prepping the parking lot — including the tent under which paraplegics and others with serious diseases are lifted into convertibles and other high-horsepower cruisers brought by volunteers for a thrilling ride down Woodward.

“This is our 11 th year,” said Pacheco in front of a ferocious, 2024, Plum Crazy purple, 807-horsepower, supercharged, 6.2-liter V-8 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Demon Jailbreak. “Saturday just gets too crowded out on Woodward so we are here on Friday from 1-4 p.m. for every Dream Cruise. We run rides like clockwork.”

Henry Payne is auto critic for The Detroit News. Find him at [email protected] or Twitter @HenryEPayne.

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Equipped with ice-breaking technology, these huge fancy yachts are the only river cruisers running all year around. The round trip journey takes two and a half hours and floats past all the big sights like the White House, Novodevichy monastery and the Kremlin. There’s a large open air observation deck up top, while the main body of the ship houses a restaurant with a dance floor for a romantic post dinner dance. For a particularly romantic experience take one of the evening boats and admire the bright lights of the city skyline at night.

The most relaxing and picturesque tour that Moscow can offer: a great way to see the city center and its main attractions. This is a perfect alternative to exploring the city by car, if you only have time to do sightseeing during weekday rush hours.

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Kievsky Railway Central

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