Twisting in the wind

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Aerodynamic designs of Winston Cup race cars are watched very closely within the industry because the slightest design modification will alter a car's performance significantly. A new design on the Pontiac Grand Prix led to a new controversy over aerodynamic designs within NASCAR members.

author: Zeller, Bob
Research, Analysis, Aerodynamics, Stock car racing

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Robby's not-so-excellent adventure

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Robby Gordon's experience during the 1997 Indianapolis 500 and the demise of his relationship with team owner Felix Sabates are detailed. Gordon suffered methanol burns early in his first Indy race due to catastrophic fuel system damage.

author: Zeller, Bob
Behavior, Automobile racing drivers, Race car drivers, Gordon, Robby

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The race to build the Taurus

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Ford Motor Co's NASCAR Winston Cup team worked busily to build the new Taurus race car. Manager Preston Miller had many challenges to overcome in building the cars in time to meet the deadline.

author: Zeller, Bob
Product information, Design and construction, Ford Motor Co., F

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subjects list: Automobiles, Racing, Race cars
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