It seems like every day of the year is an obscure holiday, and honestly, we love it. There are some automotive holidays to celebrate, and we are here for it! Besides, do you really need a reason to celebrate?
These dates celebrate the car industry in some way, shape, or form, but some are meant for other things regarding cars. Regardless of the name of the day, you can raise a toast to these “holidays” that have come to the calendar to celebrate something with a motor.
National Autonomous Vehicle Day – May 31
One of the most futuristic automotive holidays on the calendar is National Autonomous Vehicle day. There are only a few places where self-driving cars are allowed, but the entire country can celebrate this date and what it stands for. Some areas, such s the Autonomous Friendly Corridors proposed in North Dakota, could help to make this day more interesting. As we move toward a driverless world, this date might become more popular; you could be one of the earliest celebrators of this obscure holiday.
National Collector Car Appreciation Day – July 12
The date of this celebration changes annually, which means you’ll need to check your calendar every year to see when it occurs. This is a holiday that should need no introduction. Find a car show in your area with some amazing collector cars on display. This could be the perfect way for you to enjoy the fun and activities surrounding the car show and the date offered. Make sure you tell everyone at the car show what the holiday is so they can celebrate with you.
National Day of Motoring – July 24
A day of motoring is a fun celebration and it’s fitting that this automotive holiday falls in the middle of summer. What’s better than a day of diving around on your favorite roads in the car you love to enjoy? Head out for some driving pleasure and make sure you stop at roadside stands for your food. Not only can this be a celebration of driving, but it can offer a bit of nostalgia to go along with the fun of driving.
National Hot Rod Day – June 11
The hot rods get the summer started off right with a day of celebration that brings hot rods to the forefront. The Petersen Automotive Museum asks this holiday is celebrated with the Petersen family in mind. This family is one of the first families of hot rod racing with an incredible racing legacy in the sport. If you’re looking for a great way to celebrate, find an old movie with hot rods in it or if you’re in the area, head to the California coast where hot rod cars are seen often.
National License Plate Frame Day – June 15
Your family and friends might wonder why you’ve fired up the grill and taken the day off work on June 15. All you’ve got to tell them is that it’s an important automotive holiday. This is the day we celebrate license plate frames. One of the best ways to celebrate is to put a new frame on your car, truck, or SUV that you love to drive. Get out there and show off your license plate frame pride on June 15.
National Motorcycle Ride Day – October 8
The date for this holiday moves around, but it’s always the second Saturday of October. This is the day you’re supposed to get your bike out for one last ride before putting it away for the winter. While that could make the ride bittersweet, it’s a lot of fun to think about the ride you’ll take and have some fun on that ride. Get out there and cruise around on your motorcycle.
National Name Your Car Day – October 2
Does your car have a name? Why not? Every car deserves a name, just like your pets and your kids. If you haven’t named your car, the right automotive holiday to do so occurs on October 2. This is a great day to celebrate the fact that we love our cars so much that we often give them names and enjoy telling others what those names are. It doesn’t matter what your hooptie happens to be, it deserves a name, and you should give it a good one.
Schmit Bros Ford Day in Wisconsin – September 29
Of course, we saved the best for last ?? Did you know that in 2012 to celebrate Schmit Bros 100th anniversary, former Wisconsin governor Scott Walker named September 29th, 2012, Schmit Bros Ford Day in Wisconsin? How cool is that!?
Which one of these automotive holidays is your favorite? (Ours is obvious) Will you add these to your calendar in the upcoming year and celebrate the world of engines and motorized vehicles? We will!!! We always have great deals at Schmit Bros and are happy to help you with any of your service, new, and used car needs. Stop in today!