Fields & Fenders | Issue 09
Dear Reader,
'Tis the season! The holidays are officially here, and all of us at Ertel Publishing—the home of Antique Power and Vintage Truck magazines—are thrilled to celebrate another incredible year with you, our cherished family of readers!
With Christmas just around the corner, we’re spreading the holiday cheer in a big way! If you’re looking for the absolute perfect Christmas gift for the classic vehicle enthusiast in your life (or treating yourself to a little holiday cheer!), consider gifting a subscription to Antique Power or Vintage Truck—it truly is a gift your friends and family will enjoy all year long! Plus, be sure to grab your brand-new 2027 wall calendars, take advantage of our massive 50% off diecast models deal, and keep your eyes peeled for exclusive flash sales posted on our websites every single Friday leading up to Christmas! Because postal and shipping services get notoriously hectic this time of year, we strongly encourage you to place your orders as soon as possible so everything arrives safely under the tree in time for Christmas morning!
As we look ahead to the New Year, we also have an important update about how you’ll get your magazines. Ertel Publishing is officially transitioning to an exclusive subscriber-only system for both Antique Power and Vintage Truck. Moving exclusively to subscriptions allows us to focus entirely on serving you directly and delivering the top-tier history, features, and world-class photography you look forward to in every issue!
For our current subscribers, don't worry—not a single thing is going to change! Your mailbox will continue to receive our printed-on-paper bundle of joy 6 times a year for less than $6 an issue. Best of all, we’re holding our 1-year subscription rate steady at $35.95 during this transition—and remember, every single subscription includes a free 30-word classified ad in every issue (a $90 value!).
The excitement doesn't stop with the holidays, either! Mark your calendars for next summer because Antique Power is hosting the brand-new Fun on the Farm Tractor Show on June 5–6, 2027, at Young's Jersey Dairy in Yellow Springs, Ohio! We’re bringing together classic tractor enthusiasts from all over for an unforgettable weekend packed with historic iron, family fun, and famous homemade ice cream. Stay tuned in upcoming issues for registration details and feature highlights!
Wishing you and your family a wonderful, joyful holiday season—and keep the old iron alive!
Brad Bowling
Editor, Antique Power, and Vintage Truck
brad@ertelpublishing.com
P.S. Just looking for a single issue? You can still pick them up in our gift shop.
2027 Wall Calendars
PERFECT GIFT IDEA—Get your 2027 Wall Calendars now!
Ordering Details
Vintage Pickups & Classic Trucks 2027 Wall Calendar ($17.95 | Item: VTCAL27): 16-month wall calendar (12x12 inches, opens to 12x24) featuring photography directly from Vintage Truck's own Brad Bowling.
Classic Tractors 2027 Wall Calendar ($17.95 | Item: APCAL27): Produced by Willow Creek Press, featuring 12 months of restored classics including John Deere, International Harvester, Farmall, Allis-Chalmers, and Case. Printed on FSC-certified paper with soy inks.
Fun on the Farm Tractor Show!
Looking ahead to summer, we have some exciting news to share! Antique Power will be hosting the brand-new Fun on the Farm Tractor Show on June 5–6, 2027, at Young's Jersey Dairy in Yellow Springs, Ohio. We’re bringing together classic tractor enthusiasts from all over for a weekend packed with historic iron, family fun, and famous homemade ice cream. Mark your calendars and stay tuned in upcoming issues for registration details and feature highlights—we can't wait to see you on the farm!
🎄 UNWRAP GREAT STORIES ALL YEAR ROUND!
From the Library
Finding that perfect gift for the gearhead on your list can be tricky, especially with a library as vast and varied as ours! With books covering everything from vintage farm machinery and highway icons to high-octane muscle, it’s easy to miss a few hidden gems. This month, we’re shining a spotlight on three distinct titles from our collection that you might have missed unless you’ve browsed cover-to-cover. Whether you're shopping for a fan of quarter-mile strip thunder, classic muscle cars, or legendary cross-country coaches, these featured picks make unforgettable holiday gifts:
Harley-Davidson Drag Racing — ITEM E439, $19.95
The Collector's Guide GTO 1964–1974 — ITEM E393, $29.95
Greyhound Scenicruiser: Flagship of the Fleet — ITEM E481, $36.95
Be sure to place your order early so these great reads arrive in time to wrap for Christmas morning!
Unwrap incredible holiday savings on our premium collection of 1:25 scale diecast models—slashed by nearly half just in time for the season! Whether you're building out your own display or hunting for the ultimate gift for a classic truck and auto enthusiast, there has never been a better time to buy.
Featured Holiday Steals
1953 International Travelall (ITEM S1319531) – $24.95 (Was $54.95)
Features a heavy-duty diecast metal body, opening hood with intricate engine detail, opening doors, an authentic interior, and a fully detailed chassis.
1947 Dodge WC Pickup (ITEM S171947D) – $19.95 (Was $39.95)
Built with a die-cast body, 2-piece wheels, detailed interior, opening hood revealing a detailed engine, and a precision chassis.
1960 Ford Ranchero Fire Chief (ITEM S161960F) – $19.95 (Was $34.95)
A standout emergency classic crafted in sharp 1/25th scale at over 40% off.
Don't wait until it's too late—supplies are extremely limited at these rock-bottom prices, and once these iconic classics sell out, they're gone for good. Lock in your favorites today before stock runs out!
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