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15 December 2017

Lost film from 1959 shows drag racing's golden era

By Iain KellyIain Kelly

There is so much history of all types of racing just floating in the wind, so the discovery of amazing 27 minute 'Hot Rod' magazine film from 1959 is awesome.

It was shot at the NHRA US Nationals in Detroit and features many stars of drag racing's golden era.

Even if you're not into quarter mile racing it is a very cool look back to how it was at the birth of the sport.

What do you think of drag racing in the 1950s? Do you think the sport has improved since then. If so, why, and how much? Tell us what you think in the comments below.