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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
Speed or travel time?
The article explores the history of mankind's desire for speed and the pursuit of setting records that shorten distances. It discusses how the invention of powerful internal combustion engines and the industrial revolution changed the way people travel.
20/03/2021
A scary sight in your rear-view mirror…
This article discusses the history of supercars being used by law enforcement agencies around the world. It mentions some of the most famous patrol cars, such as those in Dubai that include million-dollar hypercars.
13/03/2021
Japan's microcars
This article discusses the history of Kei Cars, inexpensive micro cars with small engines that were introduced in Japan after World War II to stimulate the country's economy.
23/01/2021
Parade-style finishes
The article reflects on the tradition of parade-style finishes in endurance racing, particularly in the 24 Hours of Daytona, Le Mans, and Spa.
09/01/2021