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A Brief History of Hot Rods in the USA
If you’ve been a customer of ours for a while now, you know that we love talkin’ Hot Rods. So what better way to celebrate the month of love with a little history on one of our favorite hobbies?
Hot Rods have been a part of the American car culture since the early 20th century, and the hobby has only grown more popular over the years. Hot Rodding has been a way for car enthusiasts to express themselves and their creativity while pushing the boundaries of automotive engineering. Let’s look at Hot Rodding's history in the USA.
The Early Beginnings of Hot Rods
Hot rodding as we know it today started in the 1920s and 1930s when young people across the country began taking old Ford Model Ts and Model As and modifying them in their garages. They would add bigger engines, souped-up transmissions, and a variety of other parts to make their cars faster and more powerful. This was the beginning of the Hot Rod movement.
The Golden Age of Hot Rod Cars
The 1950s and 1960s saw the golden age of Hot Rods, with more and more people getting involved in the scene. Car clubs began to form, and race tracks were built so that people could show off their customized rides. This was also when Hot Rods began to be seen as works of art, with custom paint jobs and airbrushed designs.
The Rise of Customization
The 1970s and 1980s saw a rise in the customization of Hot Rods, with more and more parts becoming available to customize a Hot Rod from the ground up. Engine swaps, interior modifications, and paint jobs became commonplace, and the Hot Rod scene began to become more organized with the formation of the National Hot Rod Association.
The Revival of Hot Rodding
The 1990s saw a revival of the Hot Rod scene, with more and more parts becoming available and new technology allowing for faster and more powerful cars. This was also when the Hot Rod scene began to get more mainstream attention, with magazines, television shows, and movies about the culture.
The Modern Hot Rod Scene
Hot Rods are more popular today than ever, with thousands of people worldwide participating in the scene. The internet has allowed Hot Rodders to connect like never before, and car meets, shows, and races are held all over the country. Hot Rodding is now a global phenomenon, and the passion and creativity of the Hot Rod culture will only continue to grow.
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