This month in the Restoration Station, we're featuring a sampling of results from our hobby survey--learn from experienced hobbyists what you should consider before starting a project and how to save money.  We feature one of the top street rod builders in the industry, Steve's Auto Restorations, and also tell you about the McPherson Institute one week restoration workshops for car collectors.

Driving safety tips for deer season are featured in the Protection Section along with some excellent newcomer tips if you're planning on attending the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction this year.  In addition, John Gunnell, former editor of Old Cars Weekly, shares a great idea for car collectors; how to create your own auto history book.

In the Valuator you can learn about the collectiblity of the 1957-58 Cadillac Brougham from Bob Merlis of AUTOMOBILE and Advocacy Avenue features an inspiring article, "How to Stop the Government From Messing with Your Car" and SEMA's latest federal and state hobby legislation update.

Please feel free to email us with protection related topics or stories that you'd like to see featured in any of these sections, smcmanus@hagerty.com. Thank you!