Land Speed Racing
Land Speed Racing is the pursuit of maximum velocity over a measured distance, often on vast, flat surfaces like dry lake beds and salt flats. It began in Southern California in the 1930s, where rodders took to places like Muroc and El Mirage to test the limits of their machines. After WWII, attention shifted to the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, which offered more space and smoother terrain. Land speed racing emphasized raw speed, aerodynamics, and innovation—pushing both homebuilt hot rods and streamliners to new records. The tradition continues today, honoring the spirit of early pioneers who chased speed across the desert.
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