Know About Hot Rods 
 
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A truly American car, hot rods are the gate-keepers of tradition and heritage merged with power and speed. No much explanation is needed for the elders for hot rods have been their passion once up on a time. Though the origin of the term is vague, yet, the name has become a big hit along with the car itself. These are equipped with larger but lighter and efficient engines for smoother running and racing. Since speed was the ultimate aim and it required lighter cars for maximum acceleration, open roadsters were destined to be hot rods of the time.



The real marvel is that still today you will be able to find fans for these speedy cars among you and that%u2019s why they have not vanished from our roads. Now, it refers more to Ford cars modified to improve efficiency, by reducing the weight. The striking feature of such cars of today is their possession of only the required parts in their body. Meaning to say, you can%u2019t find roof, hood, windscreen or fenders that do nothing but adding on tons to its weight. Many a time, even the engine is being replaced.  People love exhibiting their art to the public and therefore we have all sorts of these cars on the road.
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