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
Category Archives: Motorsports
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
Video: The Phil Hill Story
Here’s an excellent video biography of Phil Hill, America’s first Formula 1 champion, narrated by another automotive legend, Brock Yates. Continue reading
Video: Aero Warriors Battle at the 1970 Daytona 500
Richard Petty retired early in the 1970 Daytona 500, but Petty Blue still carried the day as Pete Hamilton scored his first Grand National victory in a Plymouth Superbird. Continue reading
Video: NHRA’S Wild Rides of 2018
Ka-blooey! The NHRA drag racing season featured plenty of nitro-fueled drama in 2018. Here’s four minutes of motor mayhem courtesy of the NHRA video crew. Continue reading
The Chargers: Inside the 1969 Dodge NASCAR Team
This great old 1969 factory movie called The Chargers takes us along with the Dodge NASCAR teams through the ’69 Grand National season. Continue reading