Redskins Rides

We are preparing for the second annual Redskins Rides Car Show. This event not only features classic and exotic cars- Redskins players bring out their rides so that fans and car enthusiasts alike can come together for a fun family event that benefits charity!

Last year, over 3,000 people attended Redskins Rides at Redskins Park in Ashburn, Virginia. This year, the turnout is expected to be even higher. Competition categories include Best Classic and Best Custom for all exhibitors, and Top Redskins Ride for the players.

Fans can get their Redskins gear autographed by the players while enjoying food and live music. Event sponsors will set up booths to showcase their products and services. Check out the 2008 Redskins Rides video below to get a feeling of what to expect this year!

Last year some of the Redskins that attended included: Antwaan Randle El, Chris Cooley, Mike Sellers, Fred Smoot, Cornelius Griffin, Chris Samuels, Devan Thomas, Malcolm Kelly, and Kedric Goldston. Jason Campbell, Colt Brennan, Larry Michael, The Hogettes, Chief Zee, and some of the Washington Redskins Cheerleaders also made appearances.

If you are interested in participating in Redskins Rides this August please send us a reply on one of the tabs above. If you are a restaurant or business, check out the Sponsors tab. If you want to enter your car into the competition, check out the Enter Your Car tab.

Redskins Rides ‘08 was a huge success, we can’t wait to see how this year turns out!!!

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Show Location— 21300 Redskins Park Dr., Ashburn, VA 20147

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Just one of Those Days Fan Response

Since writing about my experience of locking myself out of my car I have received wonderful slew of responses from readers with similar stories. Here is what they have shared.

"One of my friends locked his keys in his BMW, broke the back passenger window to get in and find out the keys were in his house the whole time."

"i used to lock the keys in my car so much that I "fixed" one of the windows so I could get in any time I wanted."

"it was 30 degrees outside. got in the car and started it, got out to scrape ice off the windshield, went to get back in the car....eh doors locked with car running....just great."

"Locked my keys in my truck while it was running....had to wait in the parking lot for 3hrs while someone brought my spare set.......Oh did I mention it was about 40 degrees and had no jacket?? good times

"Locked keys in the truck at 10pm while it was still running when we were about to get on the road to go out of town... had to wait 2 hours for a locksmith!!! Thank God I hadn't put the dogs in the truck yet!!!! LOL"

"Not only did I lock my keys in my car..I locked my precious niece in there too! And wouldn't ya know I did the same thing when I had my bouncing baby girl two years later! Thank God for PGPD..they don't just bust a cap in people..they rescue kids! :)"

"I locked my keys in my car at a gas station by one of my buddies work in high school. I had gone to visit him but told my parents i was going to be somewhere else. I had to borrow his truck to go to my parents house and get my spare key. needless to say i got caught in my lie and in trouble"

"my story is kinda boring, but this always happened in the mornings during the winter. when someone would go outside to heat their car up and then press the lock key out of routine, get out and shut the doors. thankfully after the first time it happened, my parents got spare keys for the cars so after that it didn't matter. but it happened every winter. always."

"locked my keys in my car while it was running during an ice storm underneath a power line that was going to fall at any minute. had to break in through my truck and rip through the back seat of my car to get in."

At least I am not alone...and, after reading these, I must say that all cars should have a keypad on the driver's side door. Read more...

One of Those Days

Have you ever had one of those days where everything seems to go wrong? Yesterday, it happened to me. I woke up bright and early thinking it would be nice to start the day with a little work out. But after looking at my clock I realized that I had slept about 45 minutes longer than I had planned. After rushing to get dressed, I hurried and made breakfast and headed over to pick up some dry cleaning. Since it was 7 am and I was in a hurry, I neglected to turn off the engine. After paying I was out the door. I had a big day ahead of me. But when I got to the door, it was locked!"Great." I thought. "Now I have to go back into the dry cleaners and tell the lady working that I am mentally handicapped." When I did however, the woman working didn't seem concerned at all. She immediately ran to the back of the store and when she returned she had a tool box and hanger in hand. Before I knew it she was out the door and standing by my car with her tools. What is this freaking Lady MacGyver?

"I really appreciate it, but isn't there a shopping center security guard or something?" I asked.

"No, we can get in. I have done it before."

Within seconds she had a rag and a flat head screw driver and she began to pry back the door. Before I knew it the hanger was inches away from automatic lock. Then, "Click" we were in. I cordially thanked her and left. As I was driving away I wondered how the hell the lady knew exactly how to break into cars. What does she do when she leaves that cleaners?? Then I said aloud, "Who gives a crap, at least I'm headed home." Read more...

Alex Ovechkin: In Animation

The Washington Capitals are preparing to take on the Penguins in game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. If they win it they will be on track to have a story book season with Alex Ovechkin playing the role of the main character. So how many characters can the Great 8 play? We've seen him on the jumbotron at the games as the "Russian Machine" we've seen him try his hand at football, but now, Alex comes to life in animation as Eastern Motor's most recent spoke's person.
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Rally for the Cure = Success

I have never planned, or helped plan, an event like the one we hosted last night. The reason we did this was really my mom's idea. She recently went to a similar event in Winchester and loved it enough to want to do the same thing. We got to talking about the details and soon enough it went from a small get together to what we had last night. Which was amazing.

Earlier in the day yesterday Chris went around Redskins park inviting the players. I think if you were there last night it was easy to see the respect these guys have for each other. They were all willing to chip in to make a very interesting and entertaining evening. Thanks so much for all your help to those who came.

Besides the big hearts of the Redskins in attendance, the amount of items people donated to make the auction possible was incredible. There were dinners, gift baskets, a weekend get away, UWC tickets, and autographed memorabilia galore. And people knew why we were doing it. I remember selling a pink Redskins mini helmet for $500! Unreal!

All of this was great but it couldn't have been possible without having a location. The Original Steakhouse couldn't have been nicer. I know it was for charity but free beer, wine, and food for 3 hours from the Steakhouse! That definitely set the perfect atmosphere for the night.

Last I just want to say thanks to all of you who helped at the event. It wouldn't have been the success it was without your help. Charlie Cook and his staff, Robert Bassam and everyone from Easter Motors, Big O, students, friends, and those of you who bought tickets. I know I had a blast and hope everyone else did to. We are definitely going to try and do this again next year!




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New Ovi Commercial

The out takes from this Eastern Motors commercial have been a huge hit. But now its time for the real deal. Check out Ovechkin in the newest commercial. Will he make the team? Watch and find out.



Also, make sure to check out Easterns Hyundai of Leesburg. Read more...

Cooley's Rally for the Cure

On May 16, 2008 Nancy Cooley was one of the thousands of people to hear the words “You have cancer.” Knowing first hand about the disease and the treatments and being a survivor she believes along with others that; we need to find a cure! Many have been touched by cancer in some way and we all have the power to make a difference. On April 14, 2009 Nancy, Tanner and Chris Cooley will host Cooley’s Rally for the Cure. This event is being held to raise money for research of this horrible disease. 100 percent of the proceeds raised from this event will be donated! To purchase a ticket please click on the photo below. 

The event will be held at The Original Steakhouse in Ashburn, Virginia. Check back soon for more information. 

Together, we will celebrate, remember, and fight back.

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