Auto Y Rod, what’s in a name?
We get a lot of email about ‘Auto Y Rod’, the name of the auto parts store where Baldo works. Here’s the latest inquire from one of our readers. Megan writes:
“Why is the store called Auto Y Rod? Did Mr. Rod have a partner named Auto at one point and the “y” is “and”? Is his name Auto Y. Rod? Is it a play on words (Auto Y Rod, Inc = Autoerotic, is the one my husband has suggested)? We cannot figure it out and it drives me nuts. Can you help?!”
Megan, you are not alone. So I figured I’d put it out there and invite your fellow Baldo readers to help you figure it out. And to make it interesting, I say you and your hubby get a little friendly wage going to make it more interesting, say ten bucks to the winner decided by commenters on this post.
So don’t be shy with your opinions. Let Megan know what you think and maybe help her win ten bills.
Stumble it!
October 12th, 2008 at 9:12 pm
“Auto Y Rod, Inc.” = “Auto and (Hot or Street) Rod, Incorporated”. A “hot rod” or “street rod” refers to a custom car. A good name for a store that carries aftermarket parts for modifying your car.