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History of Car Racing

  • The First Race

    The First Race
    The first race took place on April 28th, 1887 by an editor of Paris publication.
  • Rally Races

    Rally Races
    The successful European rally races ended when a racer wrecked. Nine other wounded racers caused the government to ban road races ever again.
  • One-Mile Track

    One-Mile Track
    The first one-mile dirt track was created.
  • Longest Race

    The longest race in history ended in Paris. Six teams from France, Italy, Germany, and the United States raced with three teams reaching Paris. The race was 22,000 miles long and169 days.
  • NASCAR Has Come

    NASCAR Has Come
    Nascar came into action when they sponsored their first race on this day. It was held at Charlotte Speedway.