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Every weekday morning at 7:30am. The Drive Tucson & McElroy's Automotive Repair presents DRIVE IT OR PARK IT aka (DIPI) is your opportunity to vote on some of the songs we play.

Vote (below) to Drive it or Park it.

We receive hundreds of texts every morning and are not able to respond to every text we receive. You can vote via text (520) 815-1017, email matt@thedrivetucson.com or vote below.

For Monday, 10/21/24 you are voting on the single, "Our Day Will Come'"

Performed By

Ruby and the Romantics

Drive it or Park it

If you would like to SUGGEST a song to be voted on by our Drive Tucson listeners, submit with the form below. By submitting your suggestion, you agree to allow The Drive Tucson to mention you by name on the air, as part of the Drive it or Park it Feature.

Drive it or Park it SUGGESTIONS

Previous Result -

DRIVE IT

The Official Beetle Horn airs up to 5x per day, weekdays between 6 AM and 8 PM.

Listen for the sound of the Beetle Horn.

Pay attention to the song that plays immediately after the horn

When you hear the song, fill out the form below and submit your entry.

All correct answers will be qualified to be a weekly finalist.

BEETLE MANIA

For official contest rules, click The Button.

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The Drive Tucson's Classic Car Giveaway #4
Presented by

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen – Tucson Auto Mall

We're doing it AGAIN

WIN THIS CAR!

The Drive Tucson is giving away another classic car!

Our #4 Classic Car is a fully customized, 1973 Volkswagen Beetle!!

This beauty is super clean.

See this beautiful classic car for yourself

NEXT EVENT TO QUALIFY TO BE A FINALIST TO WIN THE BEETLE

PYRAMID FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
📅 October 23
🕚11:30am - 1:00pm
📍 5801 E. Broadway - Across from Park Place Mall

PLUS!!!! Come witness the EPIC stereo system our friends at The Specialists did for us.

For official contest rules click The Button.


PRESENTED BY

Why choose Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Tucson? We make car buying easy and treat you like family. With a great selection of cars and friendly service, we’re here to help you find the right car and financing. Plus, our expert team keeps your Volkswagen running smoothly. Visit us at 900 West AutoMall Drive in Tucson—we’ll help you drive home happy!


SPONSORED BY

Bookman's shelves are stocked by the community—you! Bring in your items while you shop, and we’ll offer trade credit or cash for what we can use. We buy books, music, movies, video games, electronics, and more, based on demand and stock. Unsure if we’ll take something? Bring it in and we’ll check! Our needs change daily, so visit our "What We Want" post and trade in your unwanted items today! For more information, click The Button.

Rev up, Tucson! The Drive Tucson is shifting gears and giving away a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, fully customized and ready to roll!

We need your help to put the pedal to the metal and give this beauty a name! Our Drive Tucson listeners already named our past 3 classic cars: Sophia the Karmann Ghia, Mustang Sally and The Hot Rod.

Now, steer your creativity our way and submit your top pick using the form below. Buckle up and help us find the perfect name for this timeless classic car.

Name The Beetle!

Official Contest Rules 

The DRIVE Tucson's "BEETLE-MANIA" Classic Car Giveaway

Contest Dates  
The contest starts on September 21, 2024, and ends on November 23, 2024. 

Who Can Enter  
To enter, you must:  
1. Be at least 18 years old.  
2. Live in Southern Arizona (Eligible counties are listed below.)  
3. Have a valid driver’s license.  
4. Show proof of valid car insurance.  
5. Not work for KDRI, Bustos Media Holdings LLC, or any competing radio stations. Employees of Larry H. Miller are not eligible. Family members of all stated employees are not eligible. 

Be sure to click that follow button on our Facebook page! Facebook.com/TheDriveTucson to help you stay up to date on event information! All announcements will also be posted on our website as well as on air.

How to Enter
You can enter the contest in two easy ways:  
1. (ONLINE) Go to TheDriveTucson.com and sign up to be an Official Drive Roadie.
2. (MAIL) Send a letter with your name, email, zip code, and phone number to “BEETLE-MANIA,” c/o KDRI, 3222 S. Richey Ave., Tucson, AZ 85713.

You can qualify for the on-air portion of this contest up to five times per day. Please note that registrations for live events are only valid on the day of the event and do not carry over to the next event. Once you become an official finalist, you are no longer eligible to participate in any future qualifying rounds for this promotion. You may only become a finalist one time.

How to Qualify for the Grand Prize
1. (LISTEN FOR THE BEETLE HORN) Listen for the sound of the "Official Beetle Horn" on weekdays between 6 AM and 8 PM. When you hear it, go to TheDriveTucson.com, click on "BEETLE-MANIA" and enter the song title or artist that aired right after the SFX horn. You will have up to 5 opportunities per day to qualify with the on-air portion of the promotion.
2. (RANDOM DRAWINGS) Each weekday morning at 7:25 AM, two people will be randomly selected as qualifiers. If chosen, you’ll get an official certificate that you’ll need to bring with you to the final event on November 23, 2024, to participate in the final drawing.  
3. (DRIVE ROADIE FRIDAYS) Each Friday at 12:05 PM, one Drive Roadie will be randomly selected to automatically qualify. You can become a Drive Roadie for free by signing up at TheDriveTucson.com.  
4. (LIVE EVENTS) KDRI will be hosting live broadcasts at local businesses during the contest. If you show up at one of these events, you can register on site for a chance to qualify for said event. 

The Final Event  
On November 23, 2024, all the qualifiers will meet at Larry H. Miller Volkswagen in Tucson. Each qualifier will randomly choose their own code to unlock the key safe. Whoever enters the correct code will win the 1973 Custom VW Beetle.

What the Winner Must Do  
To claim the prize, the winner must:  
1. Be at the final event in person.  
2. Have their eligibility checked by KDRI management.  
3. Sign a form verifying they’re eligible and agree to let KDRI use their name and photo for publicity.  
4. Agree to the contest rules and release KDRI, Bustos Media, their staff, and sponsors from any claims related to participating in or winning the contest.  
5. Winners are required to be residents of Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz, or Cochise counties in Arizona. Proof of residency will be required with an Arizona driver's license or government issued identification with current address, or a utility bill (electric, gas, or phone) from the last 60 days with current Arizona mailing address. Final determination of eligible residency will be made by management of Bustos Media, LLC.

Prize Details  
The grand prize winner will get a 1973 Customized Volkswagen Beetle. They’ll be responsible for any taxes, registration, insurance, or future repairs. The car is given “As Is,” with no warranties or guarantees from KDRI or Larry H. Miller Volkswagen. Winner must take possession of the vehicle by providing proof of insurance on the vehicle within 7 days of the final event on November 23, 2024, or will forfeit the prize.

This prize may not be substituted for cash and if the winner is unable to take possession of the vehicle with valid insurance, they will forfeit the prize, and no substitution will be provided. If the prize cannot be awarded to the original winner of the vehicle, a random drawing will occur from entries that qualified and the vehicle will be awarded to the alternate winner, who will have to meet all criteria as noted above.

Secondary prizes will be awarded by Bookman's Entertainment Exchange and all items are subject to Bookman's Entertainment Exchange company policies. No substitutions for prizes provided will be allowed. 

Odds of Winning  
Your odds of winning depend on how many people enter the contest.

The Road to Winning Begins with The Drive Tucson!

NO PURCHASE NEEDED TO ENTER OR WIN. BUYING SOMETHING WON’T INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.

VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.

KDRI and Bustos Media LLC are not responsible for any technical issues related to use of the internet and/or website when attempting to enter the contest.

Rules are subject to change.

The Drive Tucson is proud to be the media sponsor for The Tucson Classics Car Show, an annual event hosted by the Rotary Club of Tucson, celebrating its 18th year in 2024. This year’s show will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at The Gregory School, located at 3231 N. Craycroft Rd., Tucson.

This popular event will feature over 420 classic cars and trucks, offering a day full of family-friendly fun. Admission is just $10 per ticket, and children aged 17 and under can attend for free with a paying adult. Your ticket not only grants access to the car show but also enters you into a raffle with the chance to win some fantastic prizes, including a 2017 Corvette Convertible or $40,000 in cash. Other prizes include kitchen appliances, car care certificates, and more.

In addition to admiring the stunning vehicles, visitors can enjoy food, drinks, and other activities. The proceeds from the show will benefit local non-profits, supporting causes such as Pima Community College’s Workforce Program, which provides job training opportunities, and Sister José Women’s Center, a shelter for unsheltered women in Tucson. Over the years, the Rotary Club of Tucson has raised more than $2.6 million for local charities through this event.

For those looking to extend the festivities, there’s also a Friday night dinner on October 18, held on The Gregory School campus from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with tickets available for $20.

Mark your calendar and come out to enjoy a day filled with classic cars, great food, and a chance to support impactful local organizations! For more info, click The Button.

🌸 Join the Fight Against Breast Cancer! 🌸

SAABE is proud to host its 4th annual Walk for the Fight Against Breast Cancer on Sunday, October 20th, 2024 at Rudy Garcia Park (Rodeo Park) from 9 AM to 12 PM.

✨ This powerful, uplifting event unites our community in raising awareness and fighting breast cancer, a disease that touches the lives of both men and women worldwide. Together, we stand for hope, strength, and action. ✨

You can make a difference! 💪 Whether by pledging a donation or lacing up your shoes to join the official walk, every step counts in the battle to defeat breast cancer. 🎗️

This event will feature:

Let’s walk together, celebrate survivors, and bring hope to those still in the fight. Every dollar and every step brings us closer to a cure!

For sponsorship details or to learn how you can get involved, call us at 📲(520) 274-7255.

Together, we’re stronger. 💖For ticket info and to register for the walk, click The Button.

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