I wish that I could say that things will be fine and make the trip to the show, but with all of the uncertainty created by the virus situation, I cannot suggest anyone to come out an expect a record turnout of cars and vendors. Being heavily involved in the hobby from the reproduction parts side of the hobby, the hobby needs all of the support possible. It is no different than the local Mom and Pop businesses located throughout Main Street, USA. The Spring Carlisle meet was off between 40 and 60% of the vendors and foot traffic was off by 60 to 70%, depending upon who you talk to.
Show and event organizers have been hit very hard and have no ideal on what they can accomplish and what liabilities that they face, should they continue to go on with the events. I know that we plan on being in Carlisle in a couple of weeks and will be in Columbus if things go off as plan. But we know going into the events, that attendance will be down and can only hope to break even. Many vendors for both events will stay at home. Spectators and participants will come who are within a two or three hour drive, but those traveling a longer distance will be reduced greatly.
