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16/05/2021
The Speed Record Story 7. Beyond the speed of sound
The pursuit of speed and the land speed record has seen many daredevils come and go, with progress in technology and engines constantly pushing the limits of speed.
15/05/2021
On the Road
This article is about the growing trend of transforming old vans into small motorhomes, as a way to express a desire for freedom and a closer connection to nature.
09/05/2021
The Speed Record Story 6 - Forward momentum, despite the tragic War
In the 1930s, the race for the land speed record became a highly anticipated challenge. The all-English affair involved two new contenders, George Eyston with his Thunderbolt and John Cobb with his Railton.
02/05/2021
The Speed Record Story 5 - Aircraft engines for new milestones
Land speed records kept rising in the 1920s and 1930s, and it became clear that modified production vehicles were no longer enough.
25/04/2021
The Speed Record Story 4 - 250 kilometres per hour. The final victory of fantasy
The Stanley Rocket broke the 200 km/h barrier in 1906, using a twin-cylinder engine and carefully crafted aerodynamics. Five years later, Benz set a new record of 228.096 km/h with a four-cylinder engine.
19/04/2021
The speed Record Story 3 - Petrol, Steam or electric? The long race to 200
At the beginning of the 1900s, from the curiosity that stemmed from a rapidly-changing world, the automobile began to turn into an interesting business for those entering the new market of mobility.
18/04/2021
The speed Record Story - Petrol, Steam or electric? The long race to 200
In the early 1900s, automobile manufacturers attempted to break speed records to showcase the reliability of internal combustion engines. Mercedes achieved the feat with their Simplex model, which reached 156.522 km/h in 1904.
11/04/2021
The Speed Record Story 2 - The race to 150. In a world full of innovations, Henry Ford himself broke the world record
This article explores the history of man's pursuit of speed records, beginning with the technological advancements that led to the development of automobiles in the early 20th century.
05/04/2021
The Speed Record Story 1 - 1899. Breaking the 100 km/h barrier
This article discusses the early history of speed records in the automotive industry. It highlights the competition between early automobile manufacturers, such as Count Gaston de Chasseloup-Laubat and Camille Jenatzy.
29/03/2021