Hot Rod Magazine Publisher Ira Gabriel Speaks

LOS ANGELES, April 21 -- Representing Hot Rod Magazine, the world's largest automotive enthusiast magazine reaching more than 6.2 million per month, and in advance of the Hot Rod Power Tour which rolls to its final stop in Fort Worth on June 6, Los Angeles-based publisher Ira Gabriel will address automotive students at several local schools, April 23 -24, 2003.

As publisher of Hot Rod Gabriel oversees a recognized brand that literally spawned an industry more than 50 years ago and caters to people passionate about their vehicles. In addition to the magazine, Gabriel oversees Hot Rod TV, available nationally to more than 54 million households on Speed Channel, www.hotrod.com, and the annual Hot Rod Power Tour, the nation's largest "road trip" of classic cars, late-model performance vehicles and trucks. Sponsored by Chevrolet, this year's colorful 8-day, 7-city Tour starts on May 30 in Nashville and winds it way through the South before arriving for final festivities in Fort Worth on June 6, 2003.

Ira will address high school and college students about the range of opportunities available to students with automotive interests from enthusiast publishing and journalism to careers on the design and manufacturing sides of the business.

  Speaking schedule follows:

  Wednesday, April 23:
    9:00 am  Poly Technical High School (1300 Conner St., Fort Worth)
    3:00 pm  Brookhaven College (3939 Valley View Lane, Farmer's Branch)

  Thursday, April 24:
    9:00 am  Brookhaven College (3939 Valley View Lane, Farmer's Branch)

"It's all about pursuing your passion," says Gabriel. "I am extremely proud to be a part of this exciting industry and directing this influential brand. At Hot Rod we are constantly asked about careers ranging from publishing to automotive to how to break into the business. There are many choices for qualified graduates of automotive programs. I'm thrilled to share my experiences and offer insight into the enthusiast world." Hot Rod is part of the Automotive Enthusiast and Action Sports Group of PRIMEDIA, the world's largest targeted media company.