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Five Cards. Two Hundred Miles.

There is a moment on a good road when the car stops being something you're driving and starts being something you're feeling. Southern Indiana has roads like that. May 2, we go find them. A Poker Run, a Big Hoffa's lunch, and the right company. Spots are limited.

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The Class Worth Watching

Most of us had a car like it. The one we could afford. The one with high miles and a repair manual we consulted too often. The one that started everything. The 25 Under 25 class at Artomobilia celebrates that car and the young owners still driving one. Registration is open.

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Benvenuti. The Italians Are Coming to Westfield.

Ferragosto! returns to Motor District in Westfield on June 13, noon to 2pm. Free to attend, free to show, and built around some of the most beautiful Italian cars in the region. Lunch from Big Hoffa's Smokehouse is $35 and worth every penny. Space for lunch is limited.

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Motor District Is Back. Four Events. One Host.

Jay Farmer and his team return as Hosting Sponsor for Motor District's full 2026 event season, covering Ferragosto!, All-Americana, the Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge, and Zusammen. Four events, four communities, and a sustained investment in the people and culture that make Hamilton County's automotive scene worth celebrating.

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Lunch at the Rally: Welcoming Motoring Wealth

Cole McCardel and the Motoring Wealth team of Raymond James join SHIFT as Lunch Sponsor for the May 2 road rally. A financial practice built specifically around collectors, enthusiasts, and motorsport, Motoring Wealth brings genuine alignment to the partnership and a welcome presence at the midday table.

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The Road is the Event

SHIFT is a road rally built around motion, not parking. On May 2, a small, curated group of drivers sets out from Silo Auto Club in Indianapolis for a day of intentional driving through some of Indiana's best roads, with meaningful stops and even better company along the way.

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Summer Has to Start Somewhere

Ferragosto is where the warm-weather season begins for the Hamilton County automotive community. On June 13, Motor District in Westfield hosts a relaxed afternoon of beautiful cars, garage tours, live music, and exceptional food from Big Hoffa's Smokehouse. Italian spirit, Indiana setting, and the right crowd to kick off summer.

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SHIFT | Cards, Curves & Company

On May 2, we launch the 2026 Artomobilia season with the SHIFT Road Rally, a full day built around some of the finest driving roads southern Indiana has to offer. The route is curated, not improvised. These are the roads that reward a willing driver and remind you why you bought the car in the first place.

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Same Passion. Different Path.

A car show celebrates the car at rest. A road rally puts it in motion. Both draw the same passionate community of enthusiasts, collectors, and drivers. If you've spent years on show fields but never done a rally, SHIFT on May 2 is the right place to start.

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Get Your Car Ready. The Driving Season Is Here.

Show season arrives fast. Whether you're chasing a trophy or just want to look sharp on the field, preparation makes the difference. From paint correction to engine bay presentation to knowing your class, here's how to get ready, plus a few trusted partners who can help along the way.

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Your Season Starts at Artomobilia.com

The 2026 Artomobilia season is in motion and the website is your most current source for everything. Classes, Corrals, Paloozas, hotel recommendations, and a full FAQ are all live at artomobilia.org. Registration for the August 29 event closes July 24. Visit often as details continue to be updated.

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Präzision-Palooza: A Rose by Any Other Name…

You may have noticed the event formerly known as Porsche-Palooza is listed under a different name this year. Präzision is the German word for precision. You are welcome to pronounce it however you like. Here is the story behind the name change — and why nothing about the event itself has changed.

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SHIFT Road Rally | Here We Go

On May 2, the 2026 season opens the way it should — with engines running and Southern Indiana's best roads laid out ahead of you. SHIFT is a curated single-day road rally built for drivers who believe the road matters as much as the car. Spaces are limited.

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Registration Is Open. The 2026 Season Is (Finally) Here.

The 2026 season is officially underway. Registration is now open for all twelve Artomobilia events — from SHIFT Road Rally on May 2 to Zusammen in October, with five events across a single August weekend in Carmel. The most complete calendar we have ever put together. Find your events and secure your spot.

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2026 Collector Car Classes

Artomobilia’s judged Collector Car Classes are organized into curated themes that highlight the broader story of automotive design and innovation. While vehicles compete within specific classes, these themes help guests and participants understand how each car contributes to the evolving history, culture, and artistry of the automobile.

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2026 Enthusiast Car Corrals

Enthusiast Corrals offer a relaxed, display-only way to be part of Artomobilia. Located along Main Street in the Carmel Arts & Design District and Midtown, these groupings bring clubs and enthusiasts together to showcase a wide range of vehicles while celebrating community, conversation, and the shared passion that drives automotive culture.

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2026 Palooza Groups

The 2026 Palooza Groups celebrate enthusiast communities built around iconic automotive brands. These lively gatherings showcase vehicles from classics to modern performance machines and custom builds. Located throughout the Carmel Arts & Design District and Midtown, each Palooza highlights the passion, diversity, and culture that unite owners and fans of legendary marques.

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Where to Stay

Artomobilia draws guests from across the country, and Carmel is well-equipped to welcome them. The city has developed into one of the most visited communities in Indiana, with a strong mix of upscale boutique lodging and reliable full-service hotels within easy reach of the Carmel Arts & Design District.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Artomobilia is a multi-event automotive season built around craftsmanship, community, and the stories behind exceptional vehicles. Whether you're registering a car, planning a visit, or attending one of our signature gatherings for the first time, this page covers the questions we hear most often.

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Lotus-Palooza: The Art of Excellence

Lotus-Palooza is more than a car gathering. It is a celebration of trust, discipline, and the art of engineering. From Artomobilia’s earliest days to today, Young Kim and Gator Motorsport embody the belief that perfection is achieved by taking things away.

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