Robert Genat is a prolific author and photographer who has written more than 30 books on military and transportation subjects. In 2003, he was awarded the prestigious Dean Batchelor award by the Motor Press Guild for his book, The Birth of Hot Rodding. Robert is also a dedicated gearhead, who, in the past fifteen years has restored several cars and currently drives a tri-power 1962 Pontiac Catalina convertible.