Does anyone know the story behind Carl Perkins winning a Cadillac from Elvis Presley Drive-byTruckers have a song that mentions it but I can't find anything?

Yes, the story behind Carl Perkins winning a Cadillac from Elvis Presley is well-documented in music history. In December 1955, Perkins was involved in a car accident while on tour with Elvis. As a gesture of goodwill, Elvis gifted Perkins a pink Cadillac as a replacement for his damaged vehicle. This event is often referenced in popular culture, including Drive-By Truckers' song.