Owensboro Community and Technical College builds a 1965 AC Cobra replica project in the Automotive Technology Program to provide hands on training and education about restoration and preservation in the automotive industry. OCTC's first replica project began in 2011 and was completed in 2013. The current project began in 2017 with estimated completion by December 2018. Students have to conduct research in order to replicate the AC Cobra and are involved in all aspects from the engine to body work. Eight automotive students benefited from an RPM grant to be able to work on the project.