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The real-life Doc Hudson: NASCAR champ Herb Thomas & his 'fabulous' Hornet
The Hudson Hornet is known for its role in Disney film Cars but the story that inspired it is just as compelling: here's how Herb Thomas raced the legendary car to two NASCAR titles and missed out on a third in controversial circumstances