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Racing Road Collection

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Background imageRacing Road Collection: Speedster

Speedster
circa 1963: Sir Donald Campbells car Bluebird which will attempt the worlds land speed record on the salt flats at Lake Eyre, Southern Australia in the spring of 1963

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Bluebird

Bluebird
January 1929: The Napier Arrol Aster Car Bluebird used to break the land-speed record by Sir Malcolm Campbell. (Photo by Edward G. Malindine/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Racing Start

Racing Start
20th September 1924: Start of the Junior Car Clubs International 200 miles race at Brooklands. Nos 2 and 3 are Alvis cars and nos 4 & 6 Horstmann. (Photo by Osbourne/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Motor Enclosure

Motor Enclosure
31st March 1910: Motors in the enclosure at the hunt steeplechase at Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. (Photo by W. G. Phillips/Phillips/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: German Team

German Team
17th July 1954: The Mercedes team load one of their cars into a transporter for the 1954 French Grand Prix at Reims, which they later won. It was the first time German cars had competed for 15 years

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Bluebird

Bluebird
16th May 1963: Donald Campbells racing car Bluebird in which he eventually won the land speed record. The car is silhouetted against the sun on the salt flats of Lake Eyre in Australia

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Rally Rolls

Rally Rolls
June 1906: Spectators on a hillside bend watch a Rolls-Royce car taking part in the Scotch Trials. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Trial In Scotland

Trial In Scotland
June 1908: A car taking part in the RAC and SAC Trial approaches Frinagow Hill, on the Glasgow to Aberdeen run. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Scottish Motor Trials

Scottish Motor Trials
June 1906: Competitors lined up for the 4th day of the Scottish Motor Trials. Motor trials have been a popular sport since the invention of the car

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Rear View Radiator

Rear View Radiator
27th March 1911: A 20.1 hp Brenna with a rear facing radiator at the opening meeting at Brooklands. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Cloud Of Dust

Cloud Of Dust
1909: Contestants in a motor race send up clouds of dust. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Sunbeam

Sunbeam
1907: Fred Eastmead with passengers in his 16/20 Sunbeam motor car, for the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy race. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Scottish Race

Scottish Race
June 1906: A Martini car driving at speed in the Scottish Trials. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Grafton Hunt

Grafton Hunt
March 1909: A driver with his car at the Grafton Hunt Point-to-Point. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Handicap Race

Handicap Race
5th August 1912: The eighth 70 mph short handicap race at Brooklands, which was won by K Yano in a 25.8 Bedford. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Rapid Racer Refuels

Rapid Racer Refuels
1907: A rapid racer is refuelled at the petrol tanks at Brooklands. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: RAC Dust Trials

RAC Dust Trials
1st July 1908: A racing car with anti-dust devices at the RAC Dust Trials at Brooklands race-track. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Isle Of Man

Isle Of Man
1st May 1907: An entrant in the Tourist Trophy race on the Isle of Man. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957)

British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957)
Fine Art Storehouse Vintage Photo Gallery: Press Photography: British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: At Devils Elbow

At Devils Elbow
June 1906: An Ariel car on the Devils Elbow bend during the Scottish Trials. The notorious double bend of the Devils Elbow, at 1, 950 ft

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Tourist Trophy Race

Tourist Trophy Race
September 1906: Darracq and Girling in the Tourist Trophy Race on the Isle of Man. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Start Of Race

Start Of Race
29th May 1909: The start of the 3rd race at Brooklands racetrack. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Motor Racing

Motor Racing
8th June 1908: Three cars are lined up at the start of Brooklands Motor Car Race. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Pit Stop

Pit Stop
4th October 1930: B C Special stops for a pit stop during a 500 mile race at Brooklands, Weybridge, Surrey. (Photo by E. F. Corcoran/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Racecourse Park

Racecourse Park
Motor cars parked at Goodwood racecourse in West Sussex. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Goodwood Car Lot

Goodwood Car Lot
Motor cars parked in the enclosure at racecourse in West Sussex. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Spectators Cars

Spectators Cars
May 1919: Spectators cars at the Jubilee meeting at Hurst Park race course. (Photo by A. R. Coster/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Motor Car Park

Motor Car Park
4th March 1911: Spectators cars at the Pytcheley Hunt point to point at Althorpe Park. (Photo by W. G. Phillips/Phillips/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Horse Towing

Horse Towing
May 1909: A motor car being towed by a horse on Derby Day at Epsom. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Behind The Wheel

Behind The Wheel
31st May 1933: A racegoer arrives for a day of racing at Epsom. (Photo by William Vanderson/Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Which Way ?

Which Way ?
1949: Two of the competitors in the Monte Carlo Road Race check their maps en route for Monte Carlo. Original Publication: Picture Post - 4708 - Monte Carlo Road Race - unpub

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Motor Meet

Motor Meet
15th March 1908: A Motor rally held at Verona in Italy. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Spectator Convoy

Spectator Convoy
circa 1920: A traffic jam at Ascot Races. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Weighing In

Weighing In
1907: A vehicle is weighed and measured before commencing a race in Italy. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Derby Crowd

Derby Crowd
circa 1890: Crowds returning from the Epsom Derby. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Peking To Paris

Peking To Paris
1909: An entrant in the Peking (Beijing) to Paris motor race arrives at the start of the race in a De Dion Bouton. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: The RAC SAC Rally

The RAC SAC Rally
1908: A competitor on the joint RAC SAC motor rally. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Peking To Paris

Peking To Paris
1907: A competitor in the road race from Peking to Paris, driving a De Dion Bouton. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Isle Of Man TT

Isle Of Man TT
1914: Road-side spectators stop to watch a Straker Squire car pass during the Isle of Man TT, 1914. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: IrishTrials

IrishTrials
22nd May 1907: Two American Cadillacs arrive at the weigh in station prior to the start of the Irish AC Reliability Trials. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Charabancs

Charabancs
circa 1920: Charabancs travelling to and from Ascot Races. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: To The Races

To The Races
circa 1920: Traffic on its way to Ascot Races. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageRacing Road Collection: Bluebird

Bluebird
14th January 1929: Bluebird, a Napier Arrow Aster Car belonging to land speed record holder Captain Malcolm Campbell, with its engine exposed. (Photo by Edward G)


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"Racing Road: Where Speedsters Unleash Their Power and Racing Begins" Get ready to witness the adrenaline-fueled excitement as the racing start signals the beginning of a thrilling journey on the renowned Racing Road. With its smooth surface and motor enclosure, this road is designed for speed demons who crave nothing but pure exhilaration. As you zoom down this legendary stretch, keep an eye out for the iconic Bluebird, a symbol of power and precision. This German team has conquered numerous races, leaving competitors in awe with their unmatched skills behind the wheel. Feel your heart race as Rally Rolls take on daring twists and turns during intense trials in Scotland. The Scottish Motor Trials are known to push drivers to their limits, testing both their mettle and machinery against challenging terrains. With each passing mile, catch glimpses of rear-view radiators engulfed in clouds of dust - evidence of fierce competition between rival racers. Sunbeam cars effortlessly glide through these dusty trails, showcasing their prowess on Racing Road. The captivating allure lies not only in its high-speed thrills but also in its rich history. From historic trial runs to record-breaking attempts, this road has witnessed it all. It stands as a testament to human determination and passion for motorsports. So buckle up tight and brace yourself for an unforgettable ride along Racing Road – where speed meets skill, where legends are born.