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What is Car Show Expert?
Car Show Expert is the only car show management platform built specifically for show organisers — handling every stage of a show, from the first registration to the final trophy. Here's what it does, who it's for, and why it's different from every other tool organisers have tried.
ReadThe Biggest Car Shows in the USA in 2026
From Pebble Beach to the Woodward Dream Cruise, 35-year car show veteran Larry Kowalski breaks down the 12 events every serious enthusiast should have on their 2026 calendar — with real attendance figures, what makes each one worth the trip, and where the hobby is heading this season.
ReadVendor spaces, a payment page for approved vendors, and the new Discover hub
You can now define your booth and stall inventory as named spaces — with size, power amperage, and a default fee — and assign approved vendors directly to them. When a vendor is approved, they get a booking page where they can pay by card via Stripe, Venmo, Zelle, or cash on show day. The show detail page has moved from a horizontal tab bar to a collapsible grouped sidebar, which makes navigating a show with many tabs a lot less cramped. We also launched Discover at /discover — a single hub pulling together the blog, the r/carshowexpert Reddit community feed, public garages, upcoming shows, and how-to guides.
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How-to guides
How to run a car show
The complete guide for first-time organisers — venue, registration, judging, and the trophy ceremony.
Car show registration
Set up registration so show day isn't a disaster — payments, confirmations, and entry types.
Car show judging
How to set up a fair scoring system that owners will actually respect.
Show day check-in
Two minutes per car is achievable with the right lanes, list, and printed dash cards.
People's Choice awards
Run a vote that feels fair — QR codes, hard close times, and why it matters.
Car show software guide
What to look for in car show management software and how Car Show Expert covers it.