The Guide • 7-2-25 Delaware: A Hidden Gem for Car Enthusiasts Contrary to its modest size of 1,949 square miles, Delaware boasts a surprisingly vibrant automotive scene, especially appealing to couples and car lovers. Although traditional car museums may be absent, the state offers a unique and fulfilling way to experience automobiles. Delaware’s scenic byways invite leisurely drives, perfectly blending the beauty of the state’s landscapes with the pleasure of the ride. Enthusiasts will find numerous car clubs that are an integral part of the community that organize shows, cruise-ins, and social meetups where vehicles are displayed, stories are shared, and machines are admired. A large portion or all proceeds from the car shows are donated to local charities or individuals in need. For those seeking thrills, racetracks host both amateur and professional races, adding an exciting edge to the scene. This combination of relaxed drives, social gatherings, and racing provides a comprehensive range of automotive activities, allowing enthusiasts to indulge their passion through both leisure and excitement, creating lasting memories. A 2023 study by Chrysler Capital ranked Delaware as the top state for car enthusiasts, achieving an impressive 99.2/100 Car Enthusiast Score. This high ranking is attributed to several factors. Due in part to its size, there is a car club for every 100 square miles, facilitating easy meetups. Car events occur every 311 square miles, a racetrack experience can be found every 1,244 square miles, and there are just 2.4 people per vehicle in the state. The surprising density of car clubs, events, and racetracks, coupled with beautiful driving routes, makes Delaware an ideal destination for those passionate about automobiles. It offers a unique and engaging car culture experience that goes beyond traditional museums. Ultimately, Delaware demonstrates that a state’s size does not limit its capacity to provide rich and fulfilling experiences for the car community, proving its appeal lies in its organic and lively automotive offerings. To join in the local excitement, check out these car clubs for local events: Eastern Shore Corvette Club, https://www.easternshorecorvetteclub.org/ Soul Riders, https://www.soulridersde.com/ Coastal Corvette Club of Delaware, https://www.coastalcorvetteclub.com/ Ocean City Cruzers, https://occruzers.com/ Colonial Rodders, no website listed Free State Corvette Club, https://freestatecorvetteclub.org/ Bel-Air Corvette Club, https://belaircorvetteclub.com/ Modded Familia Car Club, https://www.moddedfamilia.com/ Living the Dream Corvette Club, https://www.ltdcorvetteclub.com/ Ghost Ryderz Car Club, http://www.ghostryderzcarclub.com Eastern Shore Cruisers, no website listed Wheels that Heal, https://www.wheelsthatheal.org/ Historic Vintage Car Club of Delaware, hvccde.com First State Corvette Club, firststatecorvetteclub.org Delaware Street Rods, delawarestreetrods.com Diamond State Corvette Club, diamondstatecorvetteclub.com County Seat Cruisers, facebook.com/countyseatcruisers/ Del Rod Car Club, delrods.org Beachcombers Corvette Club of So. DE, beachcomberscorvetteclub.org First State Mustang Club, firststatemustangandford.com Southern Delaware Street Rod, sdsra.net British Car Club of Delaware, bccdelaware.org.
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