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"Big Daddy" Don Garlits

"Big Daddy" Don Garlits has had a long distinguished career in drag racing.  Amongst his many achievements, Garlits has won eight career NHRA U.S. Nationals wins, nine AARWBA All-American Awards, the key to the city of Las Vegas, and was a guest of President Nixon at the White House.  He has also been an important fixture as an innovator of automotive design.

Jan & Dean

Jan & Dean invented the Southern California sound during the '60s with such hits as "Surf City," "Dead Man's Curve," and "Little Old Lady from Pasadena."  Celebrating their 40th Anniversary in 1999, Jan & Dean's music defined a place in time and culture.  Their music can still be heard on countless radio stations and during cruise nights all over America.

Motor Trend Magazine

Launched in September 1949, MOTOR TREND Magazine has provided automobile enthusiasts with the latest news and information about today's vehicles.  MOTOR TREND's most distinctive program, its annual "Car of the Year" award, remains the most coveted award in the automotive industry.  Through the years, three awards have been added to the Golden Calipers family, the "Truck of the Year," and "Import Car of the Year" as well as "Sport/Utility of the Year," which was created in 1999.

The Pontiac GTO

The Pontiac GTO, created by Pontiac Chief Engineer John DeLorean, cruised onto the scene in 1964 and was unlike any other automobile around.  With the help of advertising executive Jim Wangers, the GTO became more than just a car, it was an extension of the driver.  During its 10 years in production, the Pontiac GTO spawned countless Muscle Car dreams.