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THE WORLD'S HOUR RECORD A SUMMARY AFTT4.11, the "World's Land Speed " record, over the mile or kilometre, whichever may be the faster, there is little doubt that the "…

N.B. - Opinions expressed are those of our Correspondents and Motor Sport does not necessarily associate itself with them. - Ed. Stratos v M1 Sir, The Lancia Stratos is indisputably…

The Triumph TR7 Drophead  A breath of fresh air wafts through all the gloom and despondency surrounding BL this month as the Triumph TR7 loses its head. No doubt to…

An HRG Item LAST SUMMER'S great Golden Jubilee of the VSCC will no doubt have pleasant repercussions that will last for a very long time. One such, so far as…

CA.R.-RACINCr IN THE I.O.M. PUBIC T MONTH Those who can should make a point of attending the R.A.C. International Car Race in the Isle of Man on June 3rd, for…

From beginning to end Dunlop quality rests on a sure and scientific foundation. It is the result of patient research, wide experience, comprehensive testing and knowledge properly applied. Dunlop quality…

B.R.S.C.C. BRANDS HATCH (October 1st) The B.R.S.C.C. National Race Meeting at Brands Hatch saw some excellent racing mixed with some uninteresting stuff. The best, race of the day came in…

Sir, I am at one with Oscar Wilde insofar as the temptation to get involved with your Alfa Romeo correspondence is concerned; to give in to the inclination is the…

We Hear Clifford Banks has acquired a 1930-31 2-litre O.M. and would like to hear of a source for spares. Actually, apart from a cracked head, since welded, his car…

A well-designed all-glassfibre GT car A surprise awaited us when we tested the Rochdale Olympic recently, for the firm of Rochdale Motor Panels, well known for their glass-fibre shells, especially the Rochdale…

A Swansea saga, or the case of the forgotten Sevens To be viable, a tax must not cost more to collect than the turnover it represents. The price of the…

FIA Championship Authority, no matter which ornate nameplate appears on its door, stands on a pedestal, a ready-made and convenient Aunt Sally for all who wish to take a pot-shot.…