[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/allard-chrysler-dragster-restoration-nominated-for-two-prestigious-awards\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/allard-chrysler-dragster-restoration-nominated-for-two-prestigious-awards\/","headline":"Allard Chrysler Dragster Restoration Nominated For Two Prestigious Awards","name":"Allard Chrysler Dragster Restoration Nominated For Two Prestigious Awards","description":"On 10th October the Allard Chrysler Action Group (ACAG) were delighted to receive news from the International Historic Motoring Awards 2013 that they has been put forward for not one but two awards at this year\u2019s award ceremony. The ACAG Chairman Brain Taylor was quoted saying \u201cWow! To say I was \u2018gob-smacked\u2019 understates how I felt. I had to phone Doug Hill, Museum Manager at Beaulieu to check that it wasn’t a hoax\u201d. The prestigious Awards celebrate the best of […]","datePublished":"2013-10-15","dateModified":"2013-10-15","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/ACAG-AWARDS.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/ACAG-AWARDS.jpg","height":"577","width":"577"},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/allard-chrysler-dragster-restoration-nominated-for-two-prestigious-awards\/","about":["Cars","CLASSIC CARS","LATEST CAR NEWS","Sports, Performance & Prestige Cars"],"wordCount":409,"keywords":["acag","allard chrysler action group","allard chrysler restoration","allard motor company","Beaulieu","beaulieu mational motor museum","beaulieu national motor museum","International Historic Motoring Awards","International Historic Motoring Awards 2013"],"articleBody":"On 10th October the Allard Chrysler Action Group (ACAG) were delighted to receive news from the International Historic Motoring Awards 2013 that they has been put forward for not one but two awards at this year\u2019s award ceremony.The ACAG Chairman Brain Taylor was quoted saying \u201cWow! To say I was \u2018gob-smacked\u2019 understates how I felt. I had to phone Doug Hill, Museum Manager at Beaulieu to check that it wasn’t a hoax\u201d.The prestigious Awards celebrate the best of the best in the multi-billion pound industry of historic drag racing. Nominations are from around the globe and are of a variety of disciplines. The list of finalist includes companies, events, car and individuals from across the USA, Europe, Australia and Asia.Now it has prominent reputation means that is the most prestigious awards in the industry. The awards celebrate the dedication and success of the devoted people that make this a multi million pound business.Hundreds of entries have been whittled down to a few categories, ACAG and Europe\u2019s first dragster have been nominated for two of these remarkable awards.\u2022 Museum or Collection of the Year\u2022 Restoration of the Year\u2022 Specialist of the Year (new for 2013)\u2022 Publication of the Year\u2022 Club of the Year\u2022 Industry Supporter of the Year\u2022 Rally or Tour of the Year (new for 2013)\u2022 Race Series of the Year\u2022 Motoring Event of the Year\u2022 Motorsport Event of the Year\u2022 Car of the Year (voted by enthusiasts from a shortlist)\u2022 Personal Achievement of the Year\u2022 Lifetime Achievement AwardThere are over 20 judges including a few famous faces, these individuals including Derek Ball and Jay Leno will make the final decisions as to who the lucky winners of these celebrated awards are.Brain Taylor went on to comment that, \u201cThese nominations are a tribute to the ACAG team and all of those who have supported us during the last five years.\u00a0I’m\u00a0so thrilled that drag racing is to feature at the prestigious occasion this year \u2013 not just in one category but two. And thanks to the dragster\u2019s owners, the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu. We took the dragster off display for a long time but they kept the faith while we solved many puzzles along the way. I better check that the DJ still fits\u201d.The winners of the International Historic Motoring Awards 2013 will be announced at a gala dinner in London on Thursday, 14th November at the magnificent St Pancras Renaissance Hotel."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Allard Chrysler Dragster Restoration Nominated For Two Prestigious Awards","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/allard-chrysler-dragster-restoration-nominated-for-two-prestigious-awards\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]