Four of the more overlooked and underappreciated components on any NASCAR race car: the wheels. Let’s see how they make ’em. Continue reading
Category Archives: Motorsports
Video: 1965 drag racing documentary — The Hot Rod Story
Here’s a great old film from Southern California exploring the wild world of drag racing in 1965. Don’t miss this one, hot rodders and drag racers. Continue reading
Video: Ron Colonna’s Quarter-Scale Novi V8
Presenting another work of art by master model builder Ron Colonna: a quarter-scale model of the legendary Novi V8 with matching centrifugal supercharger. Hear it sing right here. Continue reading
Video: Cummins Diesel at the Indy 500
Cummins Diesel has a long and glorious history at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This original Cummins film from 1952 tells the story. Continue reading
Video: The 2019 Mercedes Formula 1 Steering Wheel
With its dozens of switches and selectors, the steering wheel is the nerve center of a modern Formula 1 car. Here’s a breakdown on the Mercedes AMG piece for 2019. Continue reading
Video: The Science of Load Transfer
On the highway or the race track, the critical factor in vehicle behavior is load transfer. Here’s a clear and entertaining video lesson on the basic physics of the matter. Continue reading
Video: Inside a NASCAR Transmission
Here’s a fascinating look inside a NASCAR four-speed gearbox—simple, rugged, and rooted in old-time Detroit production technology. Continue reading