Hot Rods, Low Riders, Chali 2na

Studio 360

We jump-start the American car. Kurt takes a tour through L.A.’s car culture, talking to hot rodders and low riders and emerging designers who just might be able to rescue the U.S. auto industry. And underground hip-hop star Chali 2na explains why lately, oil painting is as important to him as rapping.

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