Somernites Power Cruise 2012

After having our Friday night kickoff party and cookout, we prepared ourselves for a hot rod convoy to Somerset, Kentucky. We had a dozen cars from around the area leave with us from Coker Tire, including a few Coker Tire employees. Leaving from Chattanooga at 8am, fellow enthusiasts joined the line as we motored up Highway 27 toward Kentucky. We'd continue to pick up cars as we made our way to Somerset, with the final count nearing 50 by the time we reached our destination. Upon arrival we were blown away with the size and organization of the Somernites Power Cruise event! With perfect weather and lots of marketing efforts, the Somernites crew expected a huge crowd and they got it! With more than 1,700 vehicles in attendance, this was one of the biggest they've ever had, and we were glad to be a part of it! Coker Tire Events Director, Jeff Stumb drove his '73 Chevelle SS454, which is a rare four-speed car. Project Editor (aka photographer) Tommy Lee Byrd drove his nostalgia-drag-styled '64 Corvette, while Honest Charley Garage shop guys, Hal Everett and Richard Marter drove the '32 Ford pickup that we affectionately know as GR3. Another Honest Charley Garage participant included Jonathan Myren in his flathead powered '37 Ford sedan. All in all the Coker crew had an awesome time at this event and we took lots of pictures for you to enjoy. Take a look at our favorites and check out the Coker Tire Facebook Page for even more! [caption id="attachment_3074" align="alignright" width="640"] It's a heavy Chevy! Jeff Stumb's '73 Chevelle is powered by a big block![/caption] [caption id="attachment_3065" align="alignright" width="640"] How 'bout a super rare Kaiser Darrin! You don't see one of these every day![/caption] [caption id="attachment_3073" align="alignright" width="640"] GR3 rumbling as it passes. The Flathead sure sounded good in the cool, crisp air![/caption] [caption id="attachment_3066" align="alignright" width="640"] A mighty Mopar with a set of our BFGoodrich redline radials and Magnum wheels...love that color![/caption] [caption id="attachment_3072" align="alignright" width="640"] Jonathan Myren's '37 Ford sedan looks awesome, especially as it's rolling on the highway![/caption] [caption id="attachment_3069" align="alignright" width="640"] We had a small display set up with our '32 Ford pickup, giving away catalogs and spreading the word about Coker Tire Company.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_3068" align="alignright" width="640"] We loved this Model A hot rod! It has the right color combination and definitely has the right tires! He's from Ohio and he's planning to join us for our Cruise In this weekend! Now that's dedication![/caption] [caption id="attachment_3070" align="alignright" width="640"] Crowds gathered as the Somernites crew picked a ticket out of the barrel for the Giveaway T-Bucket hot rod! Unfortunately, we didn't bring home a souvenir...aside from a T-Shirt. [/caption] [caption id="attachment_3075" align="alignright" width="640"] Coker Tire's photographer and writer, Tommy Lee Byrd piloted his Corvette on the Somernites Power Cruise. This thing has a '70s street racer look, and of course it has Coker tires on it![/caption] [caption id="attachment_3071" align="alignright" width="640"] It's hard to beat the nightlife in Somerset, Kentucky. Highway 27 provides the perfect place to cruise and this big Caddy convertible made good use of it![/caption]