The Road Show Fall Car Show and Festival Presented By Neighborhood Window Tinting

TURBOCHARGED TRANSFORMATION

Once a vibrant hub for enthusiasts showcasing their meticulously modified vehicles, the import car show industry has experienced a notable decline in recent years. At its peak, competitors, manufacturers, retailers, and media professionals worked together to shape the industry. Several factors contribute to this downturn, including the shifting interests of a new generation of car enthusiasts, who now gravitate more towards online communities and digital showcases rather than traditional in-person events.

Additionally, rising costs associated with organizing shows, stricter regulations, and diminished sponsorship opportunities have made it challenging for event organizers to maintain the scale and excitement that once characterized these gatherings. The evolution of automotive technology, such as the increasing popularity of electric vehicles, has shifted the focus away from the classic import scene, leading to nationwide dwindling attendance and participation in car shows. As a result, what was once a thriving culture is now at a crossroads, seeking ways to adapt and reconnect with its audience. However, despite these challenges, there is a clear potential for adaptation and revival, offering a glimmer of hope for the future.

The Road Show is an exciting new car show and festival held every Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. It was created to foster a community where everyone can unite, connect with new people, forge friendships, and revitalize an industry we love. What's in it for you?

• Tuner Jam Car Show: Compete for $4,500 in prizes and a chance to compete in the winter finals for over $10,000 in prizes.
• Best Tint Competition: Sponsored by SunTek Window Films.
• Sound Quality Challenge: IASCA 3X sound competition.
• Bass Boxing Competition: How loud can you go?
• Contingency Payouts: Sponsors will pay you cash rewards if you win with their products. See "Sponsors" below for more information.
• Music Showcase: Live performances by national and local musicians and DJs.
• Vendor Market: See the latest products, shop local food trucks and small businesses, and get a free door prize ticket with every purchase.
• Door Prizes: Receive a free door prize ticket with your registration to win products from our sponsors.
• Employment: We're looking for motivated individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments to help us bring our vision to life! See "Employment" below.

GENERAL ADMISSION

Join us for an unforgettable evening of community, culture, and music! General admission is $10 with online registration, $15 at the gate (debit/credit cards only), or FREE for SunTek customers. Visit an authorized SunTek dealer to receive a coupon. Please note that outside food, drinks, and re-entry are not permitted.

If you seek assistance or have any inquiries, we encourage you to share your questions and suggestions in our dedicated Events Forum. This platform fosters discussion and exchange of ideas related to our events. By posting there, you receive support from our team and engage with fellow participants who may have similar interests or insights to share. Your contributions are invaluable in enhancing our community experience, and we look forward to your active participation!

The Tuner Jam Car Show classification and judging offer a fair and unbiased competition experience. Participants also receive feedback and advice based on the knowledge of IASCA-certified judges. Entries are limited to twenty-five vehicles per category, which are:

• Best Asian.
• Best Domestic (2000 and up).
• Best European.
• Best Japanese Classic (Pre-2000).
• Best Truck.
• Best of Show.

There are three (3) Divisions:

• Rookie (Mild): The Rookie Division is for vehicles with simple modifications and an enhanced factory look. This division allows the competitor to upgrade things like wheels, tires, vinyl stickers/graphics, short wings, and simple stereo upgrades.
• Street (Semi Wild): The Street Division is for vehicles with more modifications than a Rookie vehicle, but they are still used as " daily drivers." It provides a fair and competitive format that balances the playing field between daily-driven vehicles and those with elaborate modifications.
• Ultimate (Wild): The Ultimate Division is designed for vehicles with extensive performance and appearance modifications. It intends to provide a fair and competitive format focusing on driven/trailered, show, or race cars.

First-place winners will receive $200, a trophy, and an invitation to the finals; second-place winners will receive a trophy and an invitation to the finals; third-place winners will receive an invitation to the finals, and the Best of Show will receive $500.

HOW TO REGISTER

Space is limited to 25 vehicles per category. Roll-in is at 1 p.m., and judging starts at 2 p.m.

• General Public: Registration is $30. Click the registration button at the top or bottom of this page.
• SunTek Customers: Registration is FREE for SunTek customers. Visit an authorized SunTek dealer to receive a coupon.
• Business Members: Registration is FREE for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and creators with a See Near Me business page.

Tuner Jam Car Show competitors are automatically entered into the following specialty categories.

• Best Tint Sponsored by SunTek: First and second-place winners from each Tuner Jam Car Show category will receive a trophy, plus contingency payouts from SunTek (see Sponsors below). Vehicles will be judged on IR (The percentage of blocked infrared rays).

The Sound Quality Challenge aims to evaluate automotive sound systems in five critical areas of sound reproduction: Tone Accuracy, Sound Stage, Imaging, Linearity, and Absence of Noise. The central premise of evaluation is to Judge the system in real-world applications. Categories are the following:

• Novice: Minor modifications to vehicle interior are allowed, but there is no connection to industry and one (1) seat judging.
• Amateur and Advanced Amateur: A higher level of modifications to vehicle interior allowed, no connection to industry, and one (1) seat judging.
• Pro 1, 2, and 3: A higher level of vehicle modifications is allowed. This category is open to all industry—and non-industry-related competitors whose vehicles meet the class requirements.
• Expert: Open to all industry- and non-industry-related competitors whose vehicles meet the class requirements. One (1) seat and two (2) seat judging, IQC and SPL, is required, and the IQC and SPL score will be combined with the SQC score to achieve one total score.

First to third-place winners will receive trophies.

HOW TO REGISTER

Space is limited to 25 vehicles per category. Roll-in is at 1 p.m., and judging starts at 2 p.m.

• General Public: Registration is $30. Click the registration button at the top or bottom of this page.
• SunTek Customers: Registration is FREE for SunTek customers. Visit an authorized SunTek dealer to receive a coupon.
• Business Members: Registration is FREE for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and creators with a See Near Me business page.

IASCA BASS BOXING is an exciting SPL (sound pressure level) competition where participants showcase their audio systems using full-range music. Competitors battle in a series of rounds, starting with a 30-second Qualifying Round using approved music. Judges measure the average SPL score during this time and the top two scores from each division advance to the Final Rounds. These rounds also last 30 seconds, allowing competitors to select music again while aiming for the highest average SPL score.

Bass Boxing aims to ensure that the music, encompassing a full range of sound, is clear and audible to judges and spectators alike. This unique competition format invites anyone with an amplifier and subwoofer to participate, making it an enjoyable experience for competitors and those in attendance. With its emphasis on performance and sound quality, IASCA BASS BOXING offers a thrilling event for all involved. First to third-place winners will receive trophies.

HOW TO REGISTER

Space is limited to 40 competitors. Roll-in is at 1 p.m., and judging starts at 2 p.m.

• General Public: Registration is $30. Click the registration button at the top or bottom of this page.
• SunTek Customers: Registration is FREE for SunTek customers. Visit an authorized SunTek dealer to receive a coupon.
• Business Members: Registration is FREE for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and creators with a See Near Me business page.

Participating musicians will receive the following pay to perform original music:

• Solo: $200 for 30 minutes.
• Duo: $400 for 30 minutes.
• Trio: $600 for 30 minutes.
• Band (4 members): $800 for 30 minutes.
• DJ: $800 for 4-6 hours.

Eligible musicians and DJs must have a See Near Me business page embedded with their music on Spotify, YouTube, Mixcloud, or SoundCloud or music videos on YouTube.

10x10 spaces are limited to fifty vendors and three food trucks (more will be added as attendance increases). Food, beverage, consumables, and activity vendors are required to provide a certificate of insurance. Approved registered participants will be contacted by e-mail. Please remember that we work hard to maintain a balanced product category to prevent oversaturation, which can harm sales.

HOW TO REGISTER

Registration is FREE for businesses with a See Near Me business page.

We want you if you're a team player with a great attitude and a knack for problem-solving! Come help us produce seamless regional events that everyone will talk about!

• Project Managers: Responsibilities include securing proper permitting and venues, coordinating load‐in and load‐out, event set-up and breakdown, guest safety, provisions for crowd control, emergency services, and engagement with the staff, vendors, sponsors, security, police, and fire personnel.
• Stage Managers: Responsibilities include booking national and local talent and coordinating performances and A/V production.
• Production Assistants: Responsibilities include assisting project and stage managers. The rate is $200 for 8 hours.
• Videographers: Responsibilities include documenting the Tuner Jam Car Show, Tint Competition, Sound Quality Challenge, and Music Showcase, interviewing vendors, sponsors, and winners, and creating a 5-10 minute video to tell the story.
• Sound Quality and Car Show Judges: Evaluate participants' vehicles based on sound quality, aesthetics, and overall presentation. Learn more at https://seenearme.com/discussions/sound-quality-and-car-show-judges-wanted.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and salary requirements to info [at] seenearme.com. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Download our event marketing kit, Get your business page, click the register button at the top or bottom of this page, and log in to purchase your sponsorship.