Route 66, the historic highway that spans 2,400 miles from Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica, California, marks its official 100th anniversary in 2026. cities along Route 66 have been hosting domestic and international travelers throughout the year with new and historic roadside attractions that reflect the history of Route 66. Tulsa, Oklahoma was the location for the Mustang Club of America (MCA) event appropriately named "Mustangs on the Mother Road" that took place 24-26 July, hosting more than 300 Mustangs and their owners from all over the country.

If you ask most people what the Shelby brand is known for, they would probably reply with something related to cars, especially Ford Mustangs. An avid enthusiast would probably be aware of many different types of vehicles that Carroll Shelby played a significant role in their creation. In 2026, Ford and Shelby American celebrate many anniversaries, most notably the 60th anniversary of the Ford win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, when three Ford GT40’s crossed the finish line to win the race. A more recent anniversary is that of the Shelby truck line that began production in 2016.

The Carroll Shelby Automotive Student Institute (CSAI) participated in the Annual Shelby Car Show in Plano, Texas, on May 30. The event was hosted by Third Coast Bank, the Shelby family, and the Shelby Cobra Association of Texas (SCAT).

The Northeast Texas Community College Foundation recently received a $50,000 gift from the Carroll Shelby Foundation. Pictured (from left) is Jimmy Smith, NTCC Dean of Workforce; Aaron Shelby, Co-President, Carroll Shelby Foundation; and Austin Maness, Director of the Carroll Shelby Automotive Institute. The funds provided scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year for students in the Carroll Shelby Automotive Institute.

Steve and Weida Borkowski recently presented the Northeast Texas Community College Foundation with a $1,000 scholarship. The funds will provide a Work4College scholarship to support a student in NTCC's Carroll Shelby Automotive Institute this summer.

Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Austin Maness as the new Director of the Carroll Shelby Automotive Institute. A seasoned executive, military veteran, and automotive enthusiast, Maness brings a dynamic blend of leadership, innovation, and passion for performance to the program.

Mark your calendars for an exciting day of horsepower and hands-on learning at NTCC.

The Carroll Shelby Automotive Institute will host an Open House and Dyno Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Northeast Texas Community College.

The Northeast Texas Community College Foundation recently received a $25,000 gift from the Carroll Shelby Foundation. Pictured receiving the donation (from left) is Nita May, NTCC Director of Development and Dr. Jon McCullough, NTCC Executive Vice President for Advancement. The funds will be used to support NTCC’s Carroll Shelby Automotive Program.

Revved Up and Ready to Savor: A Night of Comic Collusion and Culinary Delights

When: Saturday, March 1, 2025 – 6:00 p.m.

Where: NTCC Whatley Center

Tickets - $75 per person

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Students from the Carroll Shelby Automotive Program at Northeast Texas Community College attended the annual SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada last week. In addition to attending one of the largest automotive trade shows in the world, students also had the opportunity to attend a special event at the Carroll Shelby Heritage Center at the invitation of Shelby American and the Carroll Shelby Foundation.