In the 1960s, Ford’s overhead-cam 427 V8, popularly known as the Cammer, became the stuff of myth and legend. Here’s the story behind the story. Continue reading
Tag Archives: NASCAR
Video: NASCAR racing on Daytona Beach in 1952
Now here’s some wild racing action. Check out this bright, clear color footage of the Sportsman and Modified event on the Daytona Beach course in 1952.
NASCAR’s biggest winners
Who are the highest-paid players in Sprint Cup? Here are the hard numbers according to Forbes magazine, and they make for interesting reading. -Hendrick Motorsports photo
Video: The infamous finish of the 1979 Daytona 500
Few remember who won the 1979 Daytona 500, but everyone remembers the fistfight at the end. As an appetizer for this weekend’s Daytona classic, here’s a short video with crash footage and interviews of the combatants. -photo courtesy NASCAR.com Continue reading
2014 NASCAR Sprint Cup Spotter’s Guide
It’s NASCAR time again! The new Sprint Cup season kicks off Saturday night with the Sprint Unlimited race in Daytona. For your viewing convenience, here are all the driver/color/number combinations for 2014. Continue reading
Video: 1963 NASCAR Riverside 500
Dan Gurney began his ownership of NASCAR at Riverside in 1963. This great short film shows all the action—check it out. Continue reading
The 1957 Chevrolet Stock Car Competition Guide
For the readers of Mac’s Motor City Garage: A digital reprint of the rare factory racing booklet, the 1957 Chevrolet Stock Car Competition Guide. Continue reading