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Carlisle Rick · 01-25-2011, 10:33 AM

It's time to bring everyone up to speed with correct information as there seems to be a lot of misinformation floating around.

As most Camaro enthusiasts will agree, we're not happy that the ACA/MCC decided to move the Camaro Nationals to MD, and hold the event on the same date. It only serves to “separate” the Camaro community and force Camaro enthusiasts to make a choice between two shows that once were one that they enjoyed. That decision appears to be a reflection of someone not necessarily thinking about the entire Camaro community. For that we are sorry. We will continue to offer the Fairgrounds to the MCC as a home for their event.

The real reason the ACA decided to "turn over the reins" of the show to the MCC (their words in a post) can only be verified by the ACA. We will not offer our opinion. However, we were involved in discussions with them to relieve some of the responsibility of administering the event in order to reduce their workload and stress. Plus planning for increased Camaros and aligning the showfields at the GM event to accommodate them. (Very similar to the Ford event where Mustangs account for about 45% of the registered vehicles.)

BTW, Camaros made up about 30% of the registered vehicles at the 2010 GM event. It certainly is our hope, AND plan, that in the very near future, Camaros become as numerous at the GM event as Mustangs are at the Ford event! We continue to receive support from the many manufacturers and vendors at the GM Nationals, as we have for many years, to help make that a reality.

The total pre-registration numbers for the GM Nationals are up about 200% over 2010. However, since Camaros registered through the ACA in 2010 we do not have an accurate comparison. (There were 462 pre-registered Camaros which grew to about 500 registered Camaros by the end of the 2010 event.) We're planning for more Camaros this year as we have much planned, including a full complement of Camaro classes and awards. Check out our web site (http://carlisleevents.com/ce/events/gm-nationals/) for the complete list of classes and all the latest news. Join us for a great time at the GM Nationals with Camaros as a feature vehicle!

The “Camaro Nationals” in name only, has moved to another location. But rest assured, there will be plenty of Camaros and associated products present at the GM Nationals for any and all Camaro owners! Plus the “other” GM brands showing off their prize rides as well. If you have any questions and need the "straight scoop" feel free to contact me at the office. My phone number is 717-243-7855 x124 and my email is RickM@ CarlisleEvents.com.

Thanks & have a great Camaro day!
Rick

01-25-2011, 10:33 AM	#15
Carlisle Rick Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 6 iTrader: (0)	Camaros at GM Nationals It's time to bring everyone up to speed with correct information as there seems to be a lot of misinformation floating around. As most Camaro enthusiasts will agree, we're not happy that the ACA/MCC decided to move the Camaro Nationals to MD, and hold the event on the same date. It only serves to “separate” the Camaro community and force Camaro enthusiasts to make a choice between two shows that once were one that they enjoyed. That decision appears to be a reflection of someone not necessarily thinking about the entire Camaro community. For that we are sorry. We will continue to offer the Fairgrounds to the MCC as a home for their event. The real reason the ACA decided to "turn over the reins" of the show to the MCC (their words in a post) can only be verified by the ACA. We will not offer our opinion. However, we were involved in discussions with them to relieve some of the responsibility of administering the event in order to reduce their workload and stress. Plus planning for increased Camaros and aligning the showfields at the GM event to accommodate them. (Very similar to the Ford event where Mustangs account for about 45% of the registered vehicles.) BTW, Camaros made up about 30% of the registered vehicles at the 2010 GM event. It certainly is our hope, AND plan, that in the very near future, Camaros become as numerous at the GM event as Mustangs are at the Ford event! We continue to receive support from the many manufacturers and vendors at the GM Nationals, as we have for many years, to help make that a reality. The total pre-registration numbers for the GM Nationals are up about 200% over 2010. However, since Camaros registered through the ACA in 2010 we do not have an accurate comparison. (There were 462 pre-registered Camaros which grew to about 500 registered Camaros by the end of the 2010 event.) We're planning for more Camaros this year as we have much planned, including a full complement of Camaro classes and awards. Check out our web site (http://carlisleevents.com/ce/events/gm-nationals/) for the complete list of classes and all the latest news. Join us for a great time at the GM Nationals with Camaros as a feature vehicle! The “Camaro Nationals” in name only, has moved to another location. But rest assured, there will be plenty of Camaros and associated products present at the GM Nationals for any and all Camaro owners! Plus the “other” GM brands showing off their prize rides as well. If you have any questions and need the "straight scoop" feel free to contact me at the office. My phone number is 717-243-7855 x124 and my email is RickM@ CarlisleEvents.com. Thanks & have a great Camaro day! Rick