2026 President – Al Padilla

January

Never imagined this position would come so fast. It seems that I joined the club the other day, but here I am. Some of us think that “time flies” when in fact time is the same and we are the ones hurrying through time and space. I would like to thank my fellow club members for giving me a vote of confidence to become the next helm of this prestigious organization, the AACA South Florida Region, your club! It is my intention to keep working along with the best board of directors a club may have to further keep the car hobby alive and well. There is no club without this best group of dedicated persons that constantly look out for the best of our association, but most important are the families that constitute our members who are the core and foundation of this group. I urge the families to eagerly participate in the multiple club shows and activities and to share the experience.

Hopefully you had a good time at the beautiful Holiday Party the club organized for you where we had the time to relax, enjoy each other’s company, recount the yearlong activities, and count our many blessings. Furthermore, do come to our first show of the year. Think about this for a moment, where else can you park your vintage car for free in the middle of Ocean Drive in South Beach, in January? We could be the envy of the car shows in the nation! Then, to our only AACA judged show in Coral Gables, the Biltmore Way Classic. Please check dates and information on our club website and follow us on Facebook for other activities. Let’s make 2026 a great year for the club.

Best Regards,

Al Padilla

Always been a car guy, always will