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As most of you know, the Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s announced last week cancelation of the 2020 show -- not a surprise considering recommended limits on contact and the cancelation of so many other events due to Covid-19. As with ball games, theater performances, and parades, organizers dare not risk the safety of their patrons until the authorities, guided by science, approve. The announcement, of course, is a profound disappointment to tens-of-thousands of organizers, participants, and attendees, as well as a huge loss to the broader community.
 
So, we’re on to “Plan B.” The Automotive Heritage Awards continue unabated, but our awards event will be online rather than in the Brembo tent at the Concours. We continue, though, to consider the Concours and Brembo lead supporters of the Automotive Heritage Awards and the Foundation as we look forward to more normalcy in years to come.
 
The awards program will follow the traditional format with an updated script including sponsor involvement with recorded and live-streamed presentations. We might include recorded acceptances by trophy winners as well. Watch future Bulletins for updates as plans develop. While we’ll miss the buzz of a live event in the midst of a beautiful Concours, this is an opportunity to substantially expand our audience and develop our event format in significant ways. Think of it. Every entrant will now be able to attend, as will everyone who appreciates what we do.