The 31st Annual HOT ROD Power Tour is gearing up to hit five Midwest venues this June, and Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio will be the fifth stop, June 13, 2025!
America’s largest traveling car show brings more than 6,000 cars and trucks of all years, makes, and models on display for tens of thousands of automotive enthusiasts during this incredible event.
The five-city tour will feature more than 1,000 miles of driving, with high-octane events like drag racing, autocross, and live entertainment. Register here today!
"Last year was very successful as we experienced over 65% growth of new participants. We're excited about this year's tour route, giving participants a unique and fun experience while visiting historic Midwest cities and venues," said Mike Galimi, HOT ROD network director.
Launched in 1995 by the HOT ROD magazine staff to connect with readers, HOT ROD Power Tour is widely considered the finest high-end hot rod–based automotive tour in the world. This popular event for car and truck lovers has visited 37 U.S. states and covers an average of 1,000+ miles each year. Classic cars and hot rods travel city to city while car lovers and HOT ROD editors and photographers follow alongside the tour, all cruising through small-town America like one big family reunion road trip. Participants can join for one day, two days, or join for all five days.
HOT ROD POWER TOUR 2025 SCHEDULE
• KICKOFF / Day 1: June 9 – Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park,
Indianapolis, IN
• Day 2: June 10 - Route 66 Raceway, Joliet, IL
• Day 3: June 11 - Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne, IN
• Day 4: June 12 - Monroe County Fairgrounds, Monroe, MI
• Day 5: June 13 - Summit Motorsports Park, Norwalk, OH
Registration Information and Spectator Tickets:
All vehicles and spectators must pre-register before arriving at the first venue they attend. Spectators can come out and witness the HOT ROD Power Tour spectacle at no gate admission cost but must register for a free ticket at hotrodpowertour.us. Spectator parking is located away from the show grounds and parking charges may apply in some locations. Registration is now open at hotrodpowertour.us
All vehicles and spectators must pre-register before arriving at the first venue they attend. Spectators can come out and witness the HOT ROD Power Tour spectacle at no gate admission cost but must register for a free ticket at hotrodpowertour.us.
Named Track of the Year more than 20 times by the NHRA, IHRA and NMCA, Summit Motorsports Park works hard to welcome racers and race fans to a well-maintained facility at each and every event.
The premises are clean, and the parking lots are well-lit.
We also have a children’s playground.
Permanent bathrooms with showers are located on the east side of the track and are maintained during events. Portable bathrooms also are available throughout the park.
In clean, comfortable and convenient dining areas, guests will find breakfast, lunch and dinner selections, including burgers, sandwiches, pizza, stromboli, Walking Tacos, fries, nachos, hot pretzels and more. Various beverages are available, including water, pop, coffee, Budweiser beer and others.
Wild Bill's Ice Cream Saloon offers Velvet Ice Cream in a variety of flavors for $3 per pint, and it is a popular place to stop in the dining area.
The Quarter Mile Clothing Company is stocked with apparel, souvenirs, toiletries, novelty items and much more.
Firewood, pump truck service and water hauling are available at most events.
Golf carts may be rented from Dornan's Sales and Service (reservations: 419-912-4028 or onsite service: 419-663-2254). Car parts and tires are also available at Dornan’s Trackside Shop during most events.
Paved and grass pit areas are available, and fuel by Sunoco Racing Fuels can be purchased onsite.
In Guest Service locations on either side of the track, known as the Ohio CAT side and Summit side, team members are happy to help guests, and there is an ATM and facility map at each location.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Friday, June 13, 2025
Gates (Ohio CAT & Summit) Open to Participants: 11:00 a.m.
Wilson’s Lot Opens for Spectators: 11:00 a.m.
Manufacturer’s Midway Opens: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Long Hauler plaque and certificate handout: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Location is on the concrete next to the permanent restrooms on the Ohio CAT side
Event and Media credential pickup (Media sign out vests in Ohio CAT GS): 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Racer Simulator Open on the Midway: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Main Stage Open: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
DYNO Pulls Experience Open to all registered participants: 1:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Drag Racing Open to all registered participants: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Platinum Lounge Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Platinum Lunch: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m
Close Drag Racing Lanes: 4:30 p.m.
HOT ROD Power Tour Bus Photo OP in Linder’s Lot: 2:00 p.m.
Sponsor/VIP interviews and giveaways at the Main Stage: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Credential Pick up and Show Close: 5:00 p.m.
