The import scenes in Texas and its surrounding states have been proof that this area is for real! Hot Import Nights has received hundreds of letters requesting a Texas tour spot. So, here it is. Don't miss the event Tour leaving from a city near you. Get the details at www.hotimportnights.com.
650 S. Griffin St., Dallas, TX 75202Hours: 6 p.m.-1 a.m.Hotel: AmeriSuites 800/833-1516
May 26Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach, CA (Super Street Studio and Arena M)
Marquee Event
We're coming home to the place where it all began...back to the Marquee event. Now we'll be able to use the entire convention center so there will be room for everyone!
300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802Hours: 6 p.m.-1 a.m.Hotel: Marriott 562/435-8511
June 30McCormick Place, Chicago, IL (Super Street Studio and Arena M)
Chicago was jumping in 2000. The fans, the cars, and the companies were some of the best in the country. Hot Import Nights is set to do it again and electrify this centrally-located market.
2301 Lakeshore Dr., Chicago, IL 60616Hours: 6 p.m.-1 a.m.Hotel: Essex on Grand Park 800/621-6909
July 7Meadowlands Expo Center, Secaucus, NJ
At Hot Import Nights 2000, New Jersey saw huge crowds. The Meadowlands is an ideal location that will draw participants from all of the major import hubs in the Northeastern United States.
355 Plaza Dr., Secaucus, NJ 07094Hours: 6 p.m.-1 a.m.Hotel: AmeriSuites 800/833-1516
August 4Stadium Expo Center, Seattle, WA
Witness Import Revolution: the new show from the creators of Hot Import Nights. The import scene in Seattle has been growing very quickly. This venue will attract enthusiasts for the entire Northwest region and Canada.
1000 Occidental Ave., Seattle, WA 98104Hours: 4 p.m.-11 p.m.Hotel: E-mail: hotelinfo@ visionevent.com
August 18York Fairgrounds, York, PA (Super Street Studio and Arena M)
This Northeast venue is perfect for the Hot Import Daze MEGA Show. This festive, carnival-style event will be huge. Look for this show to be one of the year's best!
334 Carlisle Ave., York, PA 17404Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Hotel: E-mail: hotelinfo@ visionevent.com
October 6San Mateo Expo Center, San Mateo, CA
The Northern California import scene is one of the strongest in the nation. Hot Import Nights is currently the only import show in the area.
2495 S. Delaware St., San Mateo, CA 94403Hours: 6 p.m.-1 a.m.Hotel: Villa Hotel 800/992-9330
October 13Hidden Valley at Irvine Meadows, Irvine, CA
DAZE is back...This venue is the best outdoor, daytime venue ever! It's set in a jungle theme park with sand volleyball courts, an amphitheater, tiki huts, a lagoon, carnival rides, and more! Watch out for the sharks.
8800 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CAHours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.Hotel: E-mail: hotelinfo@visionevent.com
December 1Broward Convention Center, Ft. Lauderdale, FL (Arena M)
The Import scene in Florida is as strong as ever! Florida has been recognized as one of the top import hubs of the southeastern U.S. Fort Lauderdale is the perfect location-it's within striking distance from all the major import hubs and a great destination point.
1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316Hours: 6 p.m.-1 a.m.Hotel: Marina Inn and Yacht Harbor 800/327-1390
Super Street: So, you were recently crowned Miss Hot Import Nights. How did this come about? Cherie: Well, Miss Hot Import Nights is my first title. I was really surprised, and sure, it's flattering. [Hot Import Nights] approached me about it. One of their people saw me on the Internet, liked what they saw, and here I am.
Are you a fan of the import car scene?Honestly, I'm very new to it. I know that the disciples of the scene are very enthusiastic. I want them to know that I am enthusiastic about getting to know them.