Hot Rod History Articles

For our final episode of Season 2, we got to speak with a legend. But Ed Iskenderian isn't just a legend. He made his mark at the birth of hot rodding and has been shaping its course ever since.

The '21 season marks the 70th year of NHRA drag racing. Here's look at a few great drag cars from that 70 year history from the Museum of American Speed.

We weigh in on the debate over shiny paint vs. patina. Which side are you on?

Hot rod moms work hard to keep traditions alive.

This little black Model T hot rod may appear somewhat humble, but it's anything but. This is the Isky Roadster, and it's one of the most famous hot rods ever built.

These 60's show rods caused a sensation when they hit the car show circuit, but many of us remember them as the miniature plastic creations that we stuck together in the basements and on the kitchen tables of our youth.

The Museum of American Speed houses vintage racing engines of all shapes and sizes. Here's a peek at some that feature vintage power adders. From turbos to superchargers, there has been plenty of interesting innovation over the years...

This is the epic story of the Li'l Coffin show car. From Wichita used car lot to fame, glory, and a fire that almost ended it all, this old hot rod has had quite a life.

Jess Gasper's coupe was built with her dad, and it's been in the family for a long time. Check out her story in this episode of the Employee Rides.

Joe McCollough spends his days working in the Speedway Motors Marketing department, but his nights are spent in the garage, piecing together this Model A hot rod.