New to Rods? Don't know your Matranga from your McMullen?

Thanks to IanT

Here's some pretty good introductory information, all from an unexpected source - howstuffworks.com. Recommended reading for newbies, but still well worth a browse for the more knowledgeable..

History of Hot Rods ..
in 16 parts from the 40's to the 'future'..
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/hot-rod.htm

Hot Rod Profiles ..
Over 30 rod profiles - from Iskenderian, Spencer, and Niekamp through to Jimmy Shine ..
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/hot-rods.htm

Custom Car Profiles ..
Another 30 pages, from Westergard & Matranga thru to Frankenstude ..
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/custom-cars.htm