A lowrider or low rider is a customized car with a lowered body that emerged in the post-WWII, 1940s-1950's era. [3] The exact origin of the lowrider is debatable, but it was probably birthed in Southern …

The lacquered bodies of lowrider cars glow with brilliant colors, geometric patterns, religious symbols, and velvet trim. Unlike hot rods and other racing cars, lowriders were designed to parade slowly. …

Lowriders aren’t just cars; they’re moving pieces of art, dipped in paint so rich it tells its own story. They shine, they dance, they float down the street like poetry on chrome. But why do they grab people the …

Mar 18, 2024 · NPR's A Martinez talks with Denise Sandoval, professor of Chicana and Chicano studies at California State University, Northridge, about how lowrider culture has endured and spread.

More than just showcasing lowered and air-bagged Chevy Impalas, Lowrider covers the cars, bikes, art, and more that exemplifies the lowrider culture.

May 28, 2023 · Merriam-Webster defines a lowrider as a customized car with a chassis that has been lowered so that it narrowly clears the ground. The term “lowrider” usually refers to a customized car …

May 24, 2025 · In 2025, the Lowrider® Brand celebrates its 48th year of existence. With nine (9) Lowrider Supershows scheduled across the United States, Lowrider will continue to celebrate …

Certain vehicles have become iconic within the lowrider community due to their design, adaptability, and historical significance. Here are 20 of them known for their transformation into stunning lowriders.

May 27, 2025 · From custom paint to iconic wheels, discover what truly makes a lowrider. Uncover the art, mechanics, and culture behind these rolling legacies.

Lowriding involves the customization of a vehicle — from the tires to the sound system — with vivid designs and colors.