1924
On April 4, 1924, Tommy Milton ran a Miller powered race car at Muroc under AAA supervision. The small 183 ci engine pulled the car to a clocked speed of 151.26 mph, only 5 mph under Milton's land speed record.[1]
Ed Winfield - "World's Fastest Ford"
In 1924, Ed Winfield earned the title of "World's Fastest Ford" during the early days of track roadster racing. Using a stripped-down, modified Model T, known as a "Bob-Tail," Winfield's car was designed for speed with performance upgrades. His victory cemented his reputation in Southern California’s burgeoning auto racing scene, particularly at venues like Legion Ascot Speedway. This achievement highlighted the innovation and competitiveness that defined track roadster racing during the 1920s.[2]
References
- ↑ Flat Out
- ↑ Track Roadsters by Greg Sharp, published in The Rodder's Journal 86
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