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In the United States, there are many "clubs" (associations; groups of people who have similar interests or hobbies) for car "enthusiasts" (people who like something very much). "Car clubs" are groups of people who are "passionate about" (very interested in) "automobiles" (cars and trucks). Some car clubs are for people who "admire" (like and respect) older "models" (brands or types of cars). Other car clubs might be for people who are fans of a particular brand of car, or cars with a particular "function" (use), such as vehicles used for "off-roading" (taking a vehicle where there are no paved roads).

Car clubs usually organize meetings for their members. At these meetings, the members might make presentations about their cars, share information about new developments, or get ideas from each other about how to "restore" (bring something back to its original condition) cars that they have purchased. Car clubs also help their members advertise the cars that they want to sell, helping them identify "potential" (possible) buyers.

The car clubs often organize "car shows," or special events where the members bring their cars to the same place to show them to each other and to the public. These events usually charge "admission," meaning that people must pay a fee to attend the car show and look at the cars that are "on display" (placed so that people can see them).

Many car clubs now have an "online presence" (they are active on the Internet). Car enthusiasts can connect with each other internationally and share "digital" (electronic) photos of their "treasured" (highly valued, financially and/or emotionally) automobiles.