Note: These are OUR definitions for THIS show, and make no claim they are universally recognized

  • Utility: Truck, Van, Panel, 4x4, SUV
  • Heavy Utility: 1-Ton and over
  • Muscle/Musclecar: American-made big-horsepower two-door, marketed for its performance
  • Other Muscle: Anything other than Chevrolet, Ford or Mopar
  • Orphan: Outlived its parent company
  • Ratrod: Tribute to the early days of low-budget improvised hot rodding
  • Host Car: Owned by member of the Mid-Columbia Car Club
  • Tuner: Newer/smaller (non-V8) car modified for enhanced performance and looks
  • Lowrider: If the owner says it’s a Lowrider, it’s a Lowrider