How the Lowriders of San Francisco Customize Their Cars Into Drivable Works of Art

Claudia Escobar of KQED Arts took a look at the fascinating lowrider culture of San Francisco and discovered a passionate group of artists who customize their rides into drivable works of art.

Whether they’ve been driving lowriders since the 1970s or are working on customizing their first car in 2016, San Francisco Bay Area lowriders share a love for driving “low and slow,”The art of lowriding comes from the customization — the endless possibilities for making a statement with each tiny detail of a classic car. Each creative decision a lowrider makes is an expression of his or her own personal style.

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Lori Dorn
Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.