In 1905, wealthy British landowner Hugh Locke King and his wife drove to Italy, reaching Brescia in time for the Coppa Florio road race. Locke King noticed the lack of British entrants, and realized that “…a British car would stand no chance against those from France and Italy.”
Upon returning to Surrey, Lock King began the construction of a modern banked racing facility on his property and called it Brooklands. The rest is history and in this case, a very interesting and concise history as written by VeloceToday correspondent, Nicholas Lancaster. His new book is now available for only $12.95 plus shipping at www.shirebooks.co.uk.
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2010 Calendar
A new 2010 calendar is a joint project between Jamie Doyle, SportcarDigest.com and Dennis Gray. It can be purchased and sample images seen by going to www.sportscardigest.com
Size: 13 x 10.5 inches
Details: 13 months (January 2010 through January 2011)
Price: $39.99, which includes shipping within the United States and Canada.
Below, Classic Adelaide, Famous Cars and Their Badges, Via Flaminia Tour.