Brought to you by the creators of Hot Import Nights,The RMP tour makes a stops at its favorite venue in Irvine California.

Show cars, competitions, stunt bikes demos, Flexmaster Funk, famous Dj’s spinning on the tables, hot bikini models including Miss RPM – Misa Campo and carnival rides! There was no way that EBC Brakes and The Queen Of Cars - Genevieve Chappell, was going to turn down an invitation to this summer bash!

We invite you to come out and have some fun with us. Of course you know where to find me..I’ll be signing all day and taking photos with attendees at the EBC Brakes booth.

By the way, if you have yet to see EBC’s newest pad Bluestuff brake pad (a full track pad that is street capable) you are totally missing out! Stop by and check it out – trust me you’ll be drooling!

Click here for more show info  http://www.rpmeventseries.com/

Location: Southern California

Venue: Hidden Valley Event Park

Address: 8800 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine Ca 92618

When: Saturday August 7, 2010

Show Times: 10am-6pm

See you there!

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As many of you automotive enthusiasts already know, Pep Boys has spiced things up by adding a new feature to three of the current Pep Boys stores (Washington LA, Lancaster, PA & Exton, PA)…a Speed Shop!

Yep that’s right, you can now purchase and/or order premium, performance products over 5000 to be exact, right from our trusty ol’ friends Manny, Moe, and Jack. Among those products you’ll find a good supply of the worlds best brake pads and rotors – EBC Brakes - made directly in the UK.

The Washington store (first West Coast Pep Boys opened in 1946) was the first to receive a Speed Shop, last Spring, May 2009.

Lancaster and Exton, PA were next on tap – back 2 back – and lemme tell you, the Pep Boys crew knows how to throw celebration - we had a blast!

If you missed these celebrations, not to worry…Pep Boys plans on opening up six more Speed Shop locations (shhh don’t tell em’ I told you) in 2010 including locations in New Jersey, Florida, Texas and Los Angeles.

Charles, the store manager in Lancaster, PA was pumped about getting the second Speed Shop at his Pep Boys Hub store. Meet Charles…

http://qik.com/video/6443485

Here’s what Tony Farrel, Speed Shop manager, had to say about his HUGE expectations for the shop in Exton, PA.

During our tours and travels we always receive many compliments from very happy EBC customers. Here’s what Autocross racer Mike Tomma had to say.

Images from Lancaster, PA Speed Shop opening

Images from Exton, PA Speed Shop opening

View more videos from both events

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Sign up for Genevieve’s blog

If you are looking for something fun to do tomorrow, go check out Hot Rod Magazine’s new location and celebrate with the crew while checking out some of the sweetest rides in So. Cal. Make sure you say hello to Jerry Pitt, Edwin Alpanian, and of course the man himself Rob Kinnan for me.

Have fun!

Here’s the scoop…

Click here to get more 411 on the event

When  Keystone  decided to hold a show in Dallas, Texas they weren’t messing around!

They chose to have the show at The Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center

The locals told us that the Gaylord Texan is the newest, nicest, largest, resort in Texas. Then again, from what I’ve been told everything is big in Texas, right?!

From the main lobby, you walk through the indoor court, past restaurant row, through the halls of boutiques and arrive at the convention center, which attached to the resort and still has that new, clean smell to it.

The floor layout was terrific, as it was spacious, open and roomy. For example, the aisles were wide and products were viewable from afar. The width of the aisles also lent itself to navigating around the show floor with ease, stopping and talking as long as you’d like with the vendors without feeling crowed or rushed. Because of this, there was a lot of business taking place.

There were a number of various vendors – some well known and some new guys on the scene. The New/Featured Products Section was buzzing, as attendees were able to view the hottest new products for the coming year in one complete section on the show floor. Plus, learn the features and benefits of each new/featured product at a glance.

The show also featured a super cool area called the Wheel & Tire Café.  There was over 200 of the hottest new wheels on display. For those of you who know me well, you know I LOVE big trucks, truck accessories, big tires and wheels. I’m also a big fan of shinny things (lol) so this section really caught my eye. I was totally ooowing and ahhhing as I encircled the displays, capturing video and snapping images. The guys at the booths were cracking up at me. Yes, I admit it, I spend more time, inspecting, drooling over, and getting excited over automotive and truck goodies than I do in a jewelry store. It’s true; I can’t hide it or deny it! Guess that’s the tom boy in me – LOL.

Most of the attendees consisted of people from the sunshine states and locals from Texas. Because of the shows location and surroundings, everyone at the show – coordinators, vendors, attendees, and even the security had a super upbeat and refreshed attitude. Which is always nice to see.

As usual the EBC Brakes booth was rocking & rolling all day long. Seriously there wasn’t a dull moment, we literally greeted and spoke with those in attendance as well as answered questions the entire 8 hours – non-stop.

I believe I signed two hundred posters – which means it’s time to order more before the next appearances.

EBC representative Chris and I noticed that many of the attendees and EBC fans – both male and female, at this particular show were truck and jeep owners and total off-road enthusiasts and they all wanted to know which rotors were best for off-road trucks and jeeps. If you have those same type of inquires click on the EBC Brakes website below for more information.

As usual we received much good feedback regarding the quality and strength of our brake pads. In fact, we caught up with Ron and Jason – the guys from TUFF TRUCKS and here’s what they had to say about their personal experience with EBC Brake pads.

We look forward to seeing you all very soon. Until then, enjoy some addition links and photos.

Link to photo gallery

EBC Website

For more stories and info regarding The Queen Of Cars (Ms. EBC Brakes) Genevieve Chappell

The Keystone Show website

Seen that I’m off to Dallas Texas for Keystone’s Big Midwest Show, I felt like that was an appropriate hello-lol!

I have been receiving many requests for an appearance schedule. Because of this,I realized that I normally post when I am in route to an appearance and/or news and notifications while I’m there at the appearance.

Thank you for your interest and I agree it is a good idea!

I will be adding an appearance calendar section on my website soon http://www.thequeenofcars.com.

In the meantime, thought I’d letcha know where I am going to be  Fri-Sun of this week.

http://www.keystonebigshow.com/midwest-show.html

If you are going to be at the show or in the area, stop by the EBC Brakes booth, say hello, and receive an autograph wall poster/calendar.

Have a great weekend!

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On February 20th and 21st I was in Seacaucus, New Jersey at The Meadowlands Exposition Center for the BIG Show presented by Keystone.  The Keystone BIG Shows are arguably the best trade shows for specialty automotive equipment and accessories, outside of SEMA. These are organized by Keystone Automotive Operations, the leading distributor and marketer of specialty auto-parts in North America.

As with most shows of this type there was much business taking place, networking opportunities, parties, and educational seminars. Plus demos, giveaways and raffles with great prizes, including some of the hottest products for 2010.

One of my favorite things was getting a sneak peak at the hottest new products for the coming year. The Big Show coordinators made this convenient to do by putting the new products in one complete section on the show floor. And because this show wasn’t opened to the public, it wasn’t as crazy or loud which made it easier to speak with the listen to the company reps about the features and benefits of these new products. 

As with any good show, there are always automotive celebs and attractions. We just happened to be positioned across from the best ones!

The Edelbrock Build Live Show where attendees were able to get upclose and personal while Vic Edelbrockhimself directed the build installation of a new E-Force Supercharger system on a Ford Mustang, new for 2010  in real time. Along with Vic Edelbrock’s signing and interactingwith all of his fans. The line wrapped around the booth with eager fans young and old. If you know and/or have ever met Vic Edelbrock, you know he’s not only a talented, multi-skilled man, but also a happy man, who loves to joke around and sincerely engages his fans.

I  received an autographed gift from him, it was his book entitled Edelbrock Made In The USA. It’s a beautiful 324 page coffee table book filled with nostalgic photos, the history of this American icon, and inspiring stories from Vic’s life.  What a nice guy huh?!

Switching gears – we were on a high from the large amounts of terrific feedback we received from the attendees! Most of them were from the East-coast and Canada. They consisted of Speed Shops, garages, customizers, and pro-drivers. Every person who walked up kept saying that they had tried various brake pads and rotors, some were average, while some just sucked. Yet, EBC’s products worked and worked good! They are long lasting, and priced just right.  The only complaint we received, was that they wanted more products and they wanted them quicker! We reassured them by letting them know, Keystone is dialed in when it comes to everything EBC related. All they need to do is visit a store, call their rep, and/or order online.

We also noted that many of EBC Brakes current fans and customers were not yet fully aware of the Ultimax (Black pad) which is an OEM replacement pad with a price point that can’t be beat. Depending on the specific application, the Ultimax can be priced lower, the same, or a few dollars more than a generic label pad. Black coded in the EBC range EBC Ultimax is a fully ECE R 90 approvedbrake pad range (brake safety approval), Ultimax offers great value for your money with first class driving safety. Talk about more bang for your buck!

Next Keystone Show (the Midwest Big Show) will be held in Texas (yee haw) on  Saturday, March 13, 2010 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center from 9AM to 5PM.

Hope to see you there!

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AKA – Ms. EBC

Photos from The BIG Show.

Videos from The BIG Show

RTM Productions based in TN  knows automotive and motorsports and proves it with a strong crew of experts, one of the most beautiful female hosts on television, and a PowerBlock of automotive shows on Spike TV.

In January I was invited to join the PowerBlock crew to be a special guest, co-host with Courtney Hansen. 

As the EBC Brakes spokesperson, I featured the EBC Brakes sport rotors and pads, talked a little shop, discussed specs,  install techniques, and chatted with Courtney about my 2010 EBC Brakes campaign & Pep Boys tour schedule.

As you know, I’ve worked in and around the automotive industry for a long time. Yet, this was my first time working with RTM Productions, Courtney Hansen, and Spike TV and I’ll admit, I was a tiny bit nervous. However, weeks leading up to our shoot, the RTM producers and writers were sooo extremely professional, thorough, and friendly, my jitters were calmed, as  I felt as though I had known them forever (their great sense of humor and funny jokes helped as well – lol.)

When I pulled into the parking lot, I was impressed with the size of the property and building. Upon walking in I see a welcome sign that lists the names of all the featured special guests that will be shooting on the PowerBlock that day (thought that was a sweet gesture) the front office woman greets me with a warm smile “welcome to RTM, we are so happy to have you here today.”   Then out walks Justin Swanson one of the producers and I get a BIG welcome squeeze!

Justin walks me down the hall and introduces me to the man himself Joe St. Lawrence who couldn’t have been any more hospitable. We had a nice chat , a few a laughs, and Justin offers to give me a tour of the entire facilities including each studio, where I was able to get a sneak peak at the rebuilds and plans for each vehicle - pretty neato huh?!

In the waiting room, there is a large monitor where featured guests, waiting for their turn to shoot, can watch the PowerBlock being shot and familiarize themselves with the flow of production. I was the last guest to shoot and it had been a long day for the production crew. Yet, you would have never known it by the energy and attitude they all displayed. 

Now, I already know what you are going to ask me…because since this shoot, I’ve been asked this a bunch of times. Is Courtney really as nice as she is on TV? No, she is not! She is even nicer than she is on TV. Hahaha I got yha- lol! Courtney and I hit it off from the start and within minutes we were sharing fashion and health tips, talking about her wedding, family life, and of course about cars, engines and our favorite automotive products. The production crew (all males) were cracking up listening to us.

Working as a model for over 12 years, I’ve worked with many beautiful woman…but I’m going to tell you, Courtney Hansen is one of the most beautiful, friendly, funny, and down to eath women I’ve ever worked with. Oh yea…and to top it off, she also extremely intelligent. Sorry guys, you’ll have to keep dreaming, because she is engaged and head over heels with her fiance – lucky man right?!

My feature on PowerBlock will air in March, I’ll keep you posted on the dates. In the meantime, check out the line of EBC Brakes – the best sport rotors and brake pads in the world! Sign up for the EBC blog, and keep stoping by my site as well for new updates, photos, and videos.

Click here for a sneak peak of one of the billboards we shot

As you all know, SEMA is the “Super Bowl of Automotive” it’s the largest automotive display, party, business function and network’s paradise.

Normally, I’m there shooting an episode or two for a TV series, however, this year, I was there as the “official female spokesperson / TV personality” representing EBC Brakes.

When I arrived at the airport in Orange County, Ca I ran into my friend Bill O’Roake who is a long time employee of Mickey Thompson, to my surprise he was on my flight. The trip was off to a great start and I hadn’t even arrived in Las Vegas yet!

I landed and hitched a ride to my hotel with team Mickey Thompson. Before even reaching the hotel I started receiving text messages, tweets, IMs, emails, facebook notes, etc all regarding SEMA updates, unveiling’s, party invites and inquiries regarding whether or not I thought this years event was going to be a success or a ghost town (many individuals were extremely concerned about attendance, etc due to the economy.)

The EBC booth was exhibiting at the Las Vegas Convention Center and was located in the far right-hand corner of the south hall. Due to the location, none of us thought that we would see much foot traffic, till close to noon. However, that wasn’t the case at all! We were literally crazy busy from the time we reached the booth till closing every day! Personally, I feel that this is a nice sign for the automotive industry in 2010.

The other thing I really enjoyed about SEMA 09, was finally getting the chance to catch up with all of my long time friends. After all, SEMA is similar to a giant automotive family reunion – lol!

Special thanks to:

Team EB Brakes – I love working with you guys!

Dennis Gage (My Classic Car Host) and his crew for inviting me to join them at the SEMA banquet.

Steve Russo and Jon Van Buren (two of my newest team members) for all the SEMA still images.

Enjoy more images from SEMA here:

Gallery one

Gallery two

Behind the scenes videos on Qik shot with my N95.

It just gets better each and every year!

John Force, his family and race team sure know how to throw a party and lemme tell you…this is no secret! People come from all over the country to support the annual John Force Holiday Car Show.

Every year I meet the nicest people, see the sweetest cars, and talk shop with some of motorsports most notable individuals.

Of course, every good party/event has a wonderful host and coordinator behind it. Who’s the man behind the curtain? None other than (drum-roll please) Craig Hoelzel!

As you know I attended many, many, many automotive events during the year. Yet, there is something about the John Force Holiday Show that takes the cake! Would you like a little taste? Check out the gallery of images below.

See gallery of images by clicking here.

I hope to see you all there next year!

In closing, I’d like to thank photographers Steve Russo and Jon Van Buren, two of my new team members.

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