EL CENTRO — Downtown El Centro glistened with puddles as light showers passed through the area, but the Cruise for Autism Car Show went on regardless. Hosted by Autism Support of Imperial and the Drifters Car Club, the inaugural event still drew families, car enthusiasts, and supporters who refused to let a little rain dampen the day.

Umbrellas lined the sidewalks as people paused to admire the cars and snap photos, the wet pavement reflecting the colorful paint and chrome. Volunteers welcomed visitors with smiles, sharing that even though it was the first event of its kind, they hoped to make it a yearly tradition.

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