: an automobile rebuilt or modified for high speed and fast acceleration
Examples of hot rod in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Ezell uses the space as a parts shop and man cave, covering the walls in vintage racing and hot rod memorabilia.—Michelle Pemberton, IndyStar, 9 Oct. 2025 Playing a car mechanic, James discovered a talent for tinkering with engines and had a stint as a stock car racer and real mechanic, notably working on Presley’s hot rods.—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025 In Thunder Road, Jim Mitchum (who also was sometimes credited under the name James Mitchum) played an auto mechanic, leading to a real-life interest in stock car racing and working for a while on Elvis Presley’s hot rods.—Greg Evans, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025 From maintenance, like oil changes, fluid checks and tire, brake, and battery inspections, to a variety of repairs, and even smog tests, service is available for all makes, fleet vehicles, hot rods, classic cars and hybrids.—Shawn Price, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for hot rod
Share