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Video of the week- 1937 Monaco GP Review

By Greg ⋅ January 15, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

From the carbon fibre kevlar composite sleek racing machines of today, we go back over 70 years to a time where racing drivers gained a stature nearing superhero status.  Tubular frame chassis was in its infancy, races lasted for well over three hours, no power steering, drum brakes, speeds over 300km/h, no seatbelts, drivers often [...]

Classic video of the week- Jean Alesi’s 412T2

By adam ⋅ December 23, 2008 ⋅ 2 comments

“Better one Alesi today, than a thousand Schumachers tomorrow.”- homemade banner, Monza, 1995.
The tifosi adored him for his Sicilian roots, and the way he wore his heart on his sleeve. His driving style reflected this passion; all crossed arms and exaggerated head movements as he fought with the projectile he was seated within. [...]

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