San Jose. Lowriding King and Story is also recognized as being the "Whittier Boulevard of the North" which has many similar characteristics as East Los Angeles. The usage and showings of lowriders is prevalent along King Rd and Story Rd. While lowriding began in Los Angeles during the 1940s, by the 1960s lowriding had become commonplace in East San Jose's Chicano/Mexican-American community, particularly along the broad boulevards of Alum Rock Avenue and Story Road. Lowrider magazine was founded in San Jose in 1977 by San Jose State students Larry González, Sonny Madrid, and David Núñez. The magazine covered not only the cars, but the culture surrounding lowriders. Today, lowrider culture permeates mainstream society through art, music and cars. Several South Bay car clubs still exist and participate in events like Cinco de Mayo celebrations and "Show-n-Shine" events. Parks and plazas Emma Prusch Farm Park El Jardín Community Garden Cornucopia Community Garden Veggielution Community Farm Plaza de Coatlique References External links 1979 Story & King San José Califas (video) Neighborhoods in San Jose, California Chicano and Mexican neighborhoods in California