A history lesson for people who think that history doesn't matter:
What's the big deal about railroad tracks?
The US standard railroad gauge (distance between the rails) is 4 feet, 8.5 inches. That's an exceedingly odd number.
Why was that gauge used?
Well, because that's the way
It’s hard to dampen spirits when you’ve got a V12! The rain certainly not stopping play today, running the final errands ahead of @24hoursoflemans.
#XLStories
📸 @Productions_TS for The Gentleman Racer.
Always a pleasure to spend time with my @Bremont family, attending the launch of the Ecurie Ecosse Blue @JaguarUK D-Type watch in Mayfair - with special guest, @IanCallum. 🇬🇧
Antonio Pizzonia crashes Jaguar S-Type R with Autocar journalist Steve Sutcliffe, Circuit de Catalunya 2003
The Brazilian admitted he forgot the braking distance required to slow down a roadcar for a corner was much longer than the 50-100 metres required for a #F1 car!
"He loved Formula 1, and Formula 1 loved him. He was Mr Formula 1."
Remembering Charlie Whiting.
Watch the special tribute to Charlie, from those who knew him best.
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