About Car Show Logic

Built by Gearheads,
for Gearheads

Car Show Logic is the only car show management platform designed from the ground up for the custom, restomod, hot rod, lowrider, and classic car show community — not adapted from generic event software.

🏆 Custom Car Shows
🔧 Restomod Events
🚗 Hot Rod Shows
💧 Lowrider Events
🎖 Classic Car Shows
🛻 Truck Shows
⚡ EV & Import Events
🏁 Concours Events
"Car shows deserve better software. We built the platform we always wished existed — modern, mobile-first, and built specifically for the custom automotive world."
— Chris Hamilton, Founder · Pistons & Ink LLC · Ocala, FL
What is Car Show Logic?

Everything You Need to Run a Professional Car Show

Car Show Logic is a full-stack event management platform built exclusively for automotive show organizers. Whether you're running a 50-car club cruise, a 500-entry regional restomod show, or a multi-day custom car competition, Car Show Logic handles every detail — from pre-registration to trophy presentation.

We replace the spreadsheets, paper score sheets, cash boxes, and clipboards that still plague most car shows with a streamlined digital system that works on any device, in any venue, with or without reliable WiFi.

Our platform is live-tested in the real world of custom car culture — not borrowed from conference management or wedding planning software. Every feature exists because organizers in the custom automotive community needed it.

Who Uses Car Show Logic

Built for Every Corner of the Custom Car World

From first-time organizers to established regional events, Car Show Logic scales to fit shows of every size and style.

🏆Custom & Restomod Shows
🔥Hot Rod & Street Rod Events
💧Lowrider & Hydraulics Shows
🛻Mini Truck & Sport Truck Shows
🎖Classic Car & Vintage Shows
🏁Concours d'Élégance Events
⚡EV & Modern Performance
🤝Car Clubs & Associations
🍂Seasonal Cruise Events
🏟Multi-Day Regional Shows
🎪Festival & Fair Car Shows
🚘Charity & Fundraiser Shows
Platform Features

Every Tool Your Show Needs

Car Show Logic is a complete end-to-end platform. You don't need to stitch together separate tools for registration, judging, ticketing, and results.

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Online Vehicle Registration
Pre-registration with class selection, build descriptions, payment method display, and instant QR code confirmation emails. Set pre-register and day-of gate pricing to incentivize early sign-ups. Custom registration page with your show branding and Americana or Dark template options.
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Digital Judging App
Web-based judging app accessible from any smartphone. Judges score vehicles using intuitive 1–10 sliders with built-in scoring labels. PIN-based access per judge, per show. Vehicle dropdown with search, real-time scoring, and automatic tabulation. No app download required.
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QR Code Gate Scanner
Mobile-optimized QR scanner for vehicle and ticket check-in at the gate. Works on any smartphone camera. Instant visual and haptic feedback on check-in. Manual entry backup when camera isn't cooperating. Real-time check-in counts visible on your organizer dashboard.
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Spectator Ticketing
Sell general admission tickets online with instant QR-coded email confirmation. Gate staff scan tickets on arrival. No third-party ticketing fees or commissions. Ticket counts tracked in real time on your dashboard alongside vehicle entries.
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Real-Time Results
Compute and publish results with one click. Public results page shows placements, scores by class, and trophy positions with 🥇🥈🥉 icons. Shareable link for attendees. Organizer controls when results go live so you can announce winners first before publishing.
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Customizable Scorecards
Build your own judging scorecard from scratch or start from a template — Street Machine, Hot Rod, Truck, Pro Touring, or Lowrider. Set categories, point values, and scoring labels. Assign judges to specific classes. Full flexibility for any show format.
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Sponsors & Vendors
Add sponsors, vendors, and media partners to your event page. Accept and manage sponsorship inquiries directly from your dashboard. Approved partners display on your public event page automatically. Media pass request form included.
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Event Gallery & Recap
Upload photos from your event to display on your event page. Embed up to two YouTube promo or recap videos. After the show closes, your event page becomes a permanent recap page with notes from the show, results link, next event date, and community photo submissions.
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Organizer Dashboard
Full event management dashboard accessible from any device. Manage entries, tickets, judging, results, sponsors, checklist, and show settings from one central hub. Mobile-optimized for on-site use on show day. Tab-based navigation keeps everything organized.
Why Car Show Logic

What Sets Us Apart

There are a handful of car show software platforms out there. Here's why organizers in the custom automotive world choose Car Show Logic.

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Built for Custom CultureUnlike generic event platforms adapted for car shows, Car Show Logic was designed from day one for the custom, restomod, hot rod, and lowrider community. The language, features, and workflow reflect how real car shows actually run.
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Per-Event Pricing, No ContractsPay only for the events you run. No monthly subscriptions, no annual contracts, no surprise fees. Our flat per-event pricing means a small club show costs $49 and an unlimited-entry regional event costs $349 — that's it.
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Modern Mobile-First DesignYour judges, gate staff, and attendees are on their phones. Car Show Logic is built mobile-first — the judging app, gate scanner, registration page, and event page all work flawlessly on any smartphone without downloading an app.
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No Ticketing CommissionWe don't take a cut of your ticket sales. Every dollar from spectator ticket sales goes directly to you via your preferred payment method — Cash App, Venmo, Zelle, PayPal, or cash at the gate.
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Transparent, Unchallengeable ResultsDigital judging eliminates paper score sheets, calculator errors, and disputes. Every score is logged, timestamped, and tallied automatically. Publish results publicly so everyone can see the final standings and scores.
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Your Brand, Not OursPublic-facing pages use your show's name, logo, banner image, and color template. Attendees and entrants see your show — powered by Car Show Logic in the footer. Custom domain support coming soon.
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Show Day Tools That WorkThe gate scanner, judge app, and check-in system are designed to work reliably in real-world show conditions — outdoor venues, spotty WiFi, sun glare on screens, and judges who've never used the software before.
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Events That Live Beyond Show DayYour event page doesn't disappear when the show ends. It automatically converts to a permanent recap page with results, photos, videos, community media submissions, and next event info — keeping your audience engaged year-round.
How It Works

From Setup to Trophy in 4 Steps

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Create Your Show
Set up your show details, vehicle classes, judging scorecard, and branding in minutes. One-time organizer registration, then create as many shows as you need.
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Promote & Register
Share your event link and registration link on social media and in your club groups. Entrants register online, choose their class, and get a QR code by email instantly.
03
Run the Show
Gate staff scan QR codes on arrival. Judges score vehicles from their smartphones. You monitor everything from your dashboard in real time — entries, tickets, judging progress.
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Publish Results
Hit Compute Results and review placements by class. Publish when ready. Winners get a shareable results page. Your event becomes a permanent recap page for community engagement.
The Team Behind Car Show Logic

Made in Ocala, Florida

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Chris Hamilton
Founder & CEO · Pistons & Ink LLC
Chris Hamilton is a digital product builder and lifelong automotive enthusiast based in Ocala, Florida. He owns a lifted 2020 Jeep Gladiator and is deeply embedded in the custom car, restomod, and car show community. With a background in automotive media at companies like Motortopia and Engaged Media — publisher of titles including Mini Trucks magazine — Chris brings a rare combination of technical expertise and authentic automotive culture knowledge to everything he builds.

Car Show Logic was born from firsthand experience watching car show organizers struggle with outdated tools — paper registration forms, spreadsheet entry lists, handwritten score sheets, and calculator tabulation. Chris set out to build the platform he always wished existed: modern, mobile-first, and genuinely built for the custom automotive world rather than adapted from generic event software.
About Pistons & Ink LLC

Pistons & Ink LLC is an Ocala, Florida-based digital product company focused on the automotive enthusiast market. Our portfolio includes Car Show Logic (event management), Whip Watchers (automotive community iOS app), and Woosh Vote (interactive voting platform).

We build products at the intersection of automotive culture and modern technology — tools that feel native to the community they serve, not like software borrowed from another industry.

Visit Pistons & Ink →
Simple Pricing

Pay Per Event, Not Per Month

No subscriptions. No contracts. No hidden fees. Buy a plan for each show you run — that's it.

Starter
$49
Up to 50 vehicles
Perfect for small club shows and first-time organizers
Standard
$99
Up to 150 vehicles
Ideal for mid-size regional events and established shows
Pro
$199
Up to 350 vehicles
For large shows with multiple classes and judging teams
Unlimited
$349
Unlimited vehicles
Maximum entry capacity for major regional and national events

All plans include every feature — registration, judging, ticketing, scanner, results, gallery, sponsors, and more. See full pricing details →

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Want to Know

What types of car shows does Car Show Logic support?
Car Show Logic is designed for any judged or non-judged automotive event including custom car shows, restomod shows, hot rod shows, lowrider events, mini truck shows, classic car shows, concours events, EV shows, import shows, charity cruises, and multi-day regional events. If it involves vehicles and registration, Car Show Logic can run it.
Do I need to download an app to use Car Show Logic?
No. Car Show Logic is entirely web-based. The organizer dashboard, judging app, gate scanner, registration page, and event page all run in any modern mobile browser. Judges and gate staff just open a link on their phone — no app store download required.
How does the judging system work?
You set up your scorecard by defining judging categories and point values, or choose from our built-in templates (Street Machine, Hot Rod, Truck, Pro Touring, Lowrider). Each judge gets a unique PIN to access the judge app on their phone. They select a vehicle from a searchable dropdown and score each category using an interactive slider. Scores are submitted and tabulated automatically — no math, no paper, no disputes.
What happens if there's no WiFi at my venue?
Car Show Logic works on cellular data just as well as WiFi — we strongly recommend all staff use their phone's data connection rather than relying on venue WiFi. For venues with truly no connectivity, we recommend testing in advance and having your gate staff use the manual QR code entry backup on the scanner app.
How do entrants pay their registration fee?
You choose your preferred payment method when setting up your show — Cash App, Venmo, Zelle, PayPal, or cash at the gate. Your payment handle is displayed on the registration page and confirmation email. Money goes directly to you — Car Show Logic doesn't process or hold entry fee payments.
Can I use Car Show Logic for multiple shows?
Yes. One organizer account lets you create and manage unlimited shows. Each show is purchased separately with a per-event plan. All your shows are accessible from your dashboard, and each gets its own registration page, event page, judging setup, and results page.
What's included in every plan?
Every plan — from $49 Starter to $349 Unlimited — includes all features: online vehicle registration, spectator ticketing, QR code gate scanner, digital judging app, multiple vehicle classes, custom scorecard, public event page, real-time results, sponsor management, photo gallery, event checklist, and your permanent event recap page. The only difference between plans is the maximum number of vehicle entries.
How is Car Show Logic different from Car Show Pro?
Car Show Pro is a capable platform, but it was built for a broad range of auto shows and uses an older interface that can feel dated on mobile devices. Car Show Logic was built specifically for the custom, restomod, hot rod, and lowrider community with a modern mobile-first design, per-event pricing (no subscription), built-in sponsor and vendor management, event gallery and recap pages, and a judging experience that feels native to today's smartphones. We're also actively developed with new features shipping regularly.
Is my show data secure?
Yes. Car Show Logic runs on secure servers with encrypted connections (HTTPS). Organizer passwords are hashed and never stored in plain text. Entrant and ticket holder data is stored securely and used only to run your event — we don't sell or share data with third parties.
Where is Car Show Logic based?
Car Show Logic is built and operated by Pistons & Ink LLC, based in Ocala, Florida — home to one of the most active car show communities in the Southeast. We're not a generic SaaS company — we're automotive people building tools for the community we're part of.
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Questions? Reach us at hello@carshowlogic.com