# 9 Common Hot Rod Terms And What They Mean

> Some of the very first self-propelled vehicles were products of engineers and the curious in private garages and workshops.

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- **Published:** 2025-05-05
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #common #mean #terms #vehicles #almost #began #bringing #companies
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