Car Trailer, circa 1958. On loan from the Museum of American Speed, Lincoln, NE.
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For decades, most race cars -- even at the top levels of racing -- were transported on open trailers pulled by pickup trucks or station wagons. Drivers and mechanics sometimes slept in their vehicles, or in inexpensive motels. It's a far cry from today, when race cars ride in huge trailers equipped as shops, and drivers travel by plane or in luxurious motorhomes.
For decades, most race cars -- even at the top levels of racing -- were transported on open trailers pulled by pickup trucks or station wagons. Drivers and mechanics sometimes slept in their vehicles, or in inexpensive motels. It's a far cry from today, when race cars ride in huge trailers equipped as shops, and drivers travel by plane or in luxurious motorhomes.
Artifact
Trailer (Vehicle)
Date Made
circa 1958
Place of Creation
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
IL.303.3
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Rubber (Material)
Color
Blue
Dimensions
Height: 30 in
Width: 96 in
Length: 203 in
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