Reno, Nevada – For over a week, the annual Hot August Nights classic car and hot rod show pretty much takes over the entire Reno/Sparks/Tahoe region. (Yes, it’s that big.)
In fact, the event grew so much, that it actually returned to The University of Nevada, Reno campus—a massive, welcoming venue that used to host Hot August Nights way back in the 1980s.
The location held plenty of activities, and intrepid Summit Racing photographer and social media maven Katie Rockman was there to capture it all on film…err….pixels.
(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)
After that, she headed downtown for a stroll of the main drag in Reno.
Wanted a GTO but didn’t want the insurance premium? This car is how you did it. Read all about this rare options package here: Pontiac’s Sleeping Goat—The GT-37 (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)Like early Corvairs? You may enjoy this article too. (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)We’re pretty sure this is a 1939, but it bears a striking resemblance to a famous 1937 Oldsmobile model. (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)Note, this is a “Nova Rally” and not a “Rally Nova”. Learn the important distinction here: Ever Heard of a Rally Nova? (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)One of Our Favorite Cars Named After Fish! (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)This is an early Jeep CJ-5 with a nifty steel hardtop. These tops were available as a factory option, but several others were offered by the Jeep aftermarket too. By the 1970s, fiberglass/composite tops became the norm for Jeep CJs. Want to learn more about each specific CJ model? Check out our in-depth Jeep CJ Spotter’s Guide. (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)Custom UTE incoming! (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)The Lotus Europa was Colin Chapman’s take on a Grand Touring car. And, as it turns out, there’s enough room in back for an LS V8 swap. (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)Yup, the Mach 5 definitely made the list of Our Top 10 Favorite Cartoon Cars. Do you agree with our rankings? (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)Starting with the C1, check out our Corvette History article series here. (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)If you like Sunbeams, you’ll love this story of a 180+ mph Tiger too. (Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)(Image/Summit Racing – Katie Rockman)
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The pictures, Katie took at the 2025 “Hot August Night Hot Rod Car shows” were amazing. She has a great eye for beauty! Well Done!