Deep dives, event recaps, and in-the-field coverage from across custom and classic car culture.
SEMA: Where the World’s Car Culture Converges
Every November, the desert comes alive with horsepower, creativity, and the kind of obsession only real car fuckers understand. Steel & Style steps into the chaos, the chrome, and the magic that makes SEMA the world’s automotive Mecca.
Steel & Style Spotlight: Slamfest 2025 — Tampa Takes It Low
Tampa turned electric as Slamfest 2025 hit the Florida State Fairgrounds. Hydraulics hissed, chrome gleamed, and the culture showed out in full force. From a gold-trimmed aqua Impala to a deep-blue SS and a flawless mini-truck on Daytons, this year’s show proved why Florida remains the heartbeat of custom car life — loud, low, and full of soul.
Respect the Scene: What Slammedenuff Sevierville Got Wrong — and How Florida and Done 2 Profection Built the Blueprint for Respect
The shutdown of Slammedenuff Sevierville became a wake-up call for car enthusiasts everywhere. In this Steel & Style Spotlight, GySgt Jimmy M.R. Spence breaks down what went wrong — and highlights how Florida and Charleston’s legendary Done 2 Profection show the right way to build, host, and represent the scene with pride.
Steel & Style Spotlight — Dezerland’s Double Threat Weekend: Cars & Grub + Cars & Coffee Alliance
Dezerland came alive as palm trees framed rows of exotics, muscle, and imports for the debut of the Cars & Coffee Alliance in September 2025. With vibrant murals in the background and hundreds of enthusiasts filling the lot, the event showcased the power of unity in Central Florida’s car culture.
Oviedo Cars & Coffee: September 2025 — Fire Rides & Morning Vibes
Two Cities, One Culture: Melbourne & Winter Park Cars & Coffee with Tint World
Steel & Style Spotlight: Legends of Orlando Presents Legends by the Lake
Winter Garden Cars & Coffee – August 2025 Spotlight
“Custom cars, classics, and exotics at Winter Garden Cars & Coffee – August 2025 in Central Florida”
Dezerland Park Orlando: Batmobile, James Bond Cars & the World’s Largest Car Collection
Wide view of Dezerland Park Orlando car museum showcasing iconic movie cars including the Batmobile, James Bond Aston Martins, and thousands of rare vehicles.
Racks & Rods Brings Big Energy to Sanford – August 2025
Racks & Rods roared into Sanford with a strong lineup of muscle cars and classics, plus a few surprises. Hosted by Racks Billiards and Cruisin Orlando, this meet is quickly becoming a Central Florida favorite.
Winter Park Cars & Coffee – Full Sail University’s First-Ever Event
Steel & Style dives into the first-ever Winter Park Cars & Coffee at Full Sail University, hosted by Tint World Melbourne. This new event brought together an incredible mix of builds, enthusiasts, and community vibes, making it a fresh addition to Central Florida’s growing car culture. Check out the full event recap and photo gallery!
🔥 Steel & Style Spotlight: Back Home in Charleston – Cars, Culture, and Coffee
A veteran photographer returns to Charleston, South Carolina, to capture three major car events—Charleston Cars & Coffee, West Ashley Cars and Coffee, and Ale and Octane. The image shows a wide-angle view of custom and classic cars lined up under morning sunlight, surrounded by car enthusiasts talking, taking photos, and enjoying the laid-back Southern car culture. The scene highlights a mix of muscle cars, imports, and vintage trucks with palm trees and historic Charleston architecture in the background.
🚗 MidFlorida Cars & Grub 2-Year Anniversary Bash – Sanford’s Summer Standout
The MidFlorida Cars & Grub 2-Year Anniversary Car Show brought Florida’s car scene together for a weekend-long celebration in Sanford, FL. From custom street builds to burnout contests and dyno runs, this standout car show highlighted everything the Central Florida car culture has to offer. Hosted at Elev8 Fun, the event attracted enthusiasts
Built, Bagged & Beautiful: July 2025 at Melbourne Cars and Coffee
Top 10 Builds From Lake Mary Cars & Coffee June 2025
Back Where It All Began: West Ashley & Ale & Octane – Our Homegrown Car Culture
Farewell to a Florida Favorite: Hooters & Hot Rods Comes to a Close
🔥 Chrome & Community: Winter YMCA Car Show Ignites Local Passion
Which Ride Rules the Scene? Let’s Settle This.
Chrome, Culture & Count’s Kustoms – The Caring Hearts Car Show Was Fire!
The 2025 Caring Hearts of South Carolina Car Show brought muscle cars, custom lowriders, and a special guest appearance by Horny Mike from Count’s Kustoms. Check out highlights from this unforgettable automotive event.