Sam Maxwell
A lifelong hot rodder, Sam grew up around classic cars. Years immersed in the culture shaped his love for the vehicles and the people who keep them on the road.
CLASSIC STREET RODSA NEW GENERATION
Old iron.
New blood.
Connecting generations.
Sharing skills. Building our own shows.
01 / THE CLUB
Keep the tradition
rolling.
Young Rodders Association connects young hot rodders with the older generation to keep the knowledge, friendships, and traditions of hot rodding alive.
Our mission has three parts: build relationships across generations, pass on hands-on vehicle skills, and learn to plan, promote, and host our own shows from the ground up.
Meet the founders
James Bryant
James got his start with cars from the ’90s before finding his home in classic cars. That journey sparked a lasting passion for the classic car community.
Together with a few friends, Sam and James co-founded a car club in the night scene. Now, they’re bringing that experience and knowledge to Young Rodders Association, helping preserve the classic car culture they’ve both grown to love and carry it forward for the next generation.
02 / OUR THREE-PART MISSION
Connect. Learn. Create.
Connect generations
Build lasting friendships between young hot rodders and the older generation. Bring fresh enthusiasm and years of experience together through a shared passion for the cars.
Pass on hands-on skills
Learn by working alongside one another. Share the knowledge needed to maintain, repair, and build our vehicles—from mechanical work to interiors and exterior craftsmanship.
Build our own shows
Learn how to create a car show from the ground up. Develop the skills to coordinate, promote, and host events that bring the hot rodding community together.
03 / TOGETHER ON THE ROAD
Out of the garage.
Into good company.
Cruise nights. Show days. Garage time.
The best part is sharing it.
A LITTLE MORE ABOUT Y.R.A.
For the love of rods.
What is Y.R.A.?
Y.R.A. stands for Young Rodders Association, a car club centered on classic street rods.
What vehicles inspire us?
Anything and everything old enough for your parents or grandparents to have enjoyed. Whether it’s a ’32 coupe or a second-generation Camaro, foreign or domestic, all are welcome. A classic is a classic.
Where can I find upcoming gatherings?
Check the club calendar above for upcoming gatherings and event details. You can also open it in Google Calendar.
04 / STAY CONNECTED