Jeremey Rainey's Volkswagen Beetle rat rod is the definition of the "built not bought" slogan that so many hot-rodders live by. He purchased a rusty 1964 bug and went to work on the blank canvas.

With the possible exception of the '32 Ford and the "classic" '55-to-'57 Chevys, the lowly VW has experienced more messing with than any other four-wheeler in existence. The fact of the matter is that ...

Back in 1963, when Chip Foose was born, the Volkswagen Beetle had already written 25 years of automotive history. And while their paths have crossed over the years (for one, the designer remastered a ...

Historically, Porsche’s and Volkswagen’s destinies have been intertwined for decades. That’s why it’s nothing spectacular when you hear about a custom project that involves the two names. But what if ...

Thanks for coming back to check out a new Members’ Rides! Last week, JCat was trying to get me in trouble with a fantastic TVR project that I seriously wish I had room for right now! He also has a ...

Here’s a good idea we spotted for sale on Facebook: Take a 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle body, and drop it right over a 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 XRS. To the authorities, you simply have a New Beetle, ...

"It's about time someone decided to make a street rod out of the VW!" Those were the words of legendary HOT ROD staffer Tom Medley in the mid-'60s when he first saw a hot-rodded "Volksrod" at the shop ...

The crew tries to help out a friend at a steep discount with a Volkswagen Bug hot-rod upgrade. Mark gets overly creative with a T-bucket overhaul. Shawn and Mark get a sweet haul in a trade. Tony and ...