The Piedmont Transporter Owners 7th Annual Charlotte Transporter Show is set to take place on Saturday, May 15 at the N.C. Music Factory. Devoted to Volkswagens Type 2, also referred to as transporters or buses, the event is designed for VW bus owners to meet, share stories, display cars and exchange specialty parts. In addition, awards are handed out to participants in the show in a variety of categories like Best Deluxe Bus and Long Distance Award, among others. For more information on the event, visit www.piedmonttransporterowners.org or check out this story on the event, featured in Creative Loafing's Transportation issue. Free to the public; $5-$15 for vehicle entry into the show. 9 a.m. N.C. Music Factory, 820 Hamilton St.