I have been trying to find this film for years - Hot Rod 1979 Movie aka Rebel of the Road full length street racing film

I remember watching this on Channel 11 KPLR in St. Louis many many years ago, on either a friday or a saturday night, late night. And I was fascinated by the all the cars. I have been trying to find this film but I could never quite remember the name, nor the actors in the film. I just barely remember the plot line. So IMAGINE my surprise, when I saw the thumbnail that looked very familiar and had the hairs on the back of my neck suddenly stand on end. Please let me know what you think of it.