Tristate United 3 Recap: Cars, Community & Culture
Date: August 2025
Location: Elks Lodge Paramus, NJ
Photography: @jaecstudios
Hosted by: Sokudo Empire & Friends
When the engines roared and the gates opened at Tristate United 3, it was more than just another car show—it was a celebration of style, passion, and community. Held under the summer sun, the event brought together builders, enthusiasts, families, vendors, and fans for a day full of unforgettable moments.
From widebody wraps to track-ready setups, the lot was packed with flavor. One standout was the Itasha-styled Honda Accord that had heads turning all day with its wild paintwork, deep stance, and custom detail work. Not far away sat a bright yellow Porsche Cayman next to a bagged Acura TLX—both demanding attention with their clean lines and aggressive posture.
And for the JDM faithful, a turbocharged Integra Type R build with a color-popped bay stole the show with a clean and raw aesthetic that screamed performance.
🏆 Trophies & Recognition
This year’s award lineup didn’t disappoint. The custom Tristate United plaques—featuring neon cityscapes and performance icons—were handed out to the Top 25 rides, Best Trunk Setup, and of course, Best of Show. Every trophy represented hours of wrenching, sanding, wrapping, tuning, and love poured into each ride.
👨👩👧👦 More Than Just Cars
What makes Tristate United special isn’t just the steel and rubber—it’s the people. From young kids rocking car-themed tees to entire families camped out in folding chairs, the show felt like a true gathering of the car community.
You could feel the love as vendors handed out free samples, spectators supported small businesses, and friends reconnected over shared builds and old memories.
⚡ Vendors, Energy & Merch Drops
The C4 Energy tent kept everyone cool and energized with free samples of their Supercharged Energy drinks, while the Sokudo Empire booth moved merch fast with fresh tees, detail sprays, air fresheners, and more. The vibe was energetic and interactive—exactly what you want from a community-rooted car show.
💥 Fashion Meets Function
Sokudo Hype Squad came out strong, bringing streetwear flavor and good vibes to the pavement. From bold red camo to plaid skirts and statement hair colors, this wasn’t just about engine bays—it was a whole aesthetic.
🏁 Final Thoughts
Tristate United 3 was more than an event—it was a moment. A moment that reminded everyone why we fell in love with the scene in the first place. Passion. Craft. Family. Whether you pulled up with your build, supported a vendor, or just came to vibe—it wouldn’t have been the same without you.
Thank you to everyone who came out, showed love, and made this day unforgettable.
📸 All photos by @jaecstudios
🛠 Hosted by Sokudo Empire
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