On July 25, 2009, aaa Auto Salvage along with U-Pull-R-Parts, The Better Bumper Company, Phil’s Body Shop, Master Transmission of Rosemount, Medi-Car and Crown Rental of Rosemount hosted the 2nd annual Rods & Wrecks Car Show in conjunction with the Leprechaun Days celebration in Rosemount, MN.  There were a total of 75 classic and custom cars that paid a $10 entry fee.  100% of the entry fees went towards the purchase of 3 kits to upgrade portable alarms used by the Rosemount Police Department.

The Rods & Wrecks show also included a Taser Demonstration by the Police Department, Car Seat installation information, Air Bag demonstrations, tours of AAA, and a visit to the car crusher. There was also “Smash Our Clunker” station, where donations were collected to take a sledgehammer swing at a vehicle.  Awards were given in four categories including Best in Show.  Best in Show Champion was a 1969 Chevelle, entered by Bruce Tschida.

“We consider our second show another success, it is a great way for aaa to connect with the city, and a fun event,” says Patrick McKinney, General Manager of AAA.  The $7000 donation was presented to Police Chief Gary Kalstabakken and Rosemount Mayor Droste at the City Council meeting on August 3, 2009.