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1967 Belgian Grand Prix: A Triumph Of American Ingenuity At Spa

At the 1967 Belgian Grand Prix held at Spa-Francorchamps, Dan Gurney made racing history by winning the Belgian Grand Prix in a car of his own design. Relive the drama, danger, and

1952 Packard Parisian Coupe By Pinin Farina

Dubbed the Packard Parisian Coupe, the car was intended to be a stylish halo vehicle for the brand—perhaps even a limited production model for its most elite clients. But despite the compelling

Nation Of Speed: Inside The Smithsonian’s Boldest Exhibit Yet

Explore how the Smithsonian’s “Nation of Speed” exhibit at the National Air and Space Museum examines America’s obsession with velocity—from air races and rocket sleds to Evel Knievel and Indy 500 legends.

Everything You Need to Know About the Ford Mustang

The Ford Mustang is a sports car that was first introduced by Ford in April 1964. It was based on the Ford Falcon compact car platform but featured a longer hood, shorter

by Michael Satterfield

2 years ago

Everything You Need to Know About Morgan Motor Company

The Morgan Motor Company is a British car manufacturer that has been producing hand-built sports cars for over 100 years. Founded in 1910 by Henry Frederick Stanley Morgan, the company has a

by Michael Satterfield

2 years ago

Lost Racetracks: Jungle Park Bloomingdale, Indiana

by Michael Satterfield – 01/02/2023 Indiana is recognized globally for its auto racing, with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and its annual 500-mile race being among the most famous in the sport. However,

by Michael Satterfield

2 years ago

Gentlewoman Racer: Prudence Fawcett

Prudence Marie Blake Fawcett grew up with a love for cars encouraged by her uncle Percy, a Bugatti enthusiast. Her first car was a Wolseley Hornet, which she would maintain herself at

by Michael Satterfield

2 years ago

Pictorial: 1971 Cam-Am Race at Edmonton International Speedway

TGR Staff – 01/02/2023 The 1971 Can-Am race at Edmonton International Speedway was a sports car racing event held on July 18, 1971, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The race was the fifth

by Michael Satterfield

2 years ago

What is a Kit Car? A Brief History of Component Cars

Kit cars, also known as component cars or replica cars, are vehicles that are sold in kit form and assembled by the owner. They are typically replicas of classic or exotic sports

by Michael Satterfield

2 years ago

Everything You Need to Know about the Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover has a long history of producing a rugged, off-road vehicle that was first introduced in the United Kingdom in 1948. Originally called the Series 1, it would go on

by Michael Satterfield

2 years ago

Everything You Need to Know About Sir Jackie Stewart

Michael Satterfield – 12/16/2022 I was invited out to the Formula 1 race in Austin this year to enjoy the hospitality of Rolex, let me tell you, Formula 1 with Rolex is

by Michael Satterfield

2 years ago

Hyundai to Rebuild Original 1974 Pony Coupe Concept

Hyundai has announced they have partnered with Giorgetto Giugiaro, to rebuild the Pony Coupe Concept that debuted at the 1974 Turin Motor Show. Hyundai made the announcement during a Design Talk in

by TGR Staff

2 years ago

America’s First Formula 1 Car

TGR Staff – 11/16/2022 Racing is often made up of people spending millions to win thousands and that is the case of Lance Reventhlow, founder of Reventhlow Automobiles Inc, builder of the

by Michael Satterfield

2 years ago

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