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| Author | : Deb Williams |
| Publisher | : History Press Library Editions |
| Total Pages | : 178 |
| Release | : 2013-05-07 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9781540225252 |
Engines roared at Charlotte Motor Speedway for the first time in 1960, and the track has been home to some of NASCAR's greatest races and most honored drivers ever since. Despite early challenges, Bruton Smith and Humpy Wheeler took charge in 1975, and together sculpted one of the most famous race tracks in America as host of the Coca-Cola 600 and the Sprint All-Star Race. In 1992, the track became the first modern speedway to host night racing and thousands of race fans watched their favorite drivers swap paint under the North Carolina night sky. Get in the groove with racing journalist Deb Williams as she traces the history of the Charlotte Motor Speedway, with plenty of pit-stops along the way.
| Author | : Deb Williams |
| Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 140 |
| Release | : 2013-05-07 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1625840969 |
Engines roared at Charlotte Motor Speedway for the first time in 1960, and the track has been home to some of NASCAR's greatest races and most honored drivers ever since. Despite early challenges, Bruton Smith and Humpy Wheeler took charge in 1975, and together sculpted one of the most famous race tracks in America as host of the Coca-Cola 600 and the Sprint All-Star Race. In 1992, the track became the first modern speedway to host night racing and thousands of race fans watched their favorite drivers swap paint under the North Carolina night sky. Get in the groove with racing journalist Deb Williams as she traces the history of the Charlotte Motor Speedway, with plenty of pit-stops along the way.
| Author | : Deb Williams |
| Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 96 |
| Release | : 2017 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1467126365 |
When Charlotte Motor Speedway opened in June 1960, the track built by Bruton Smith and Curtis Turner became a cornerstone in the decade that launched NASCAR's superspeedway era. Stock car racing's first paved 1.5-mile track immediately grabbed the motorsports world's attention with the young sport's longest event--a 600-mile race. And the track never left the spotlight, despite struggling through several years of bankruptcy. After regaining control of his beloved track in 1975, Smith, along with former speedway general manager H.A. "Humpy" Wheeler and current president Marcus Smith, transformed the facility into a groundbreaking showplace with trackside condominiums, a 16,000-square-foot high-definition television screen, the luxurious Speedway Club, VIP suites, stadium seating, and the first superspeedway in NASCAR's modern era to host night racing. The historic speedway has always been a favorite with Hollywood filmmakers and in recent years has expanded into a multiuse motorsports facility.
| Author | : Deb Williams |
| Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 96 |
| Release | : 2017-04-10 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 1439660255 |
When Charlotte Motor Speedway opened in June 1960, the track built by Bruton Smith and Curtis Turner became a cornerstone in the decade that launched NASCAR's superspeedway era. Stock car racing's first paved 1.5-mile track immediately grabbed the motorsports world's attention with the young sport's longest event--a 600-mile race. And the track never left the spotlight, despite struggling through several years of bankruptcy. After regaining control of his beloved track in 1975, Smith, along with former speedway general manager H.A. "Humpy" Wheeler and current president Marcus Smith, transformed the facility into a groundbreaking showplace with trackside condominiums, a 16,000-square-foot high-definition television screen, the luxurious Speedway Club, VIP suites, stadium seating, and the first superspeedway in NASCAR's modern era to host night racing. The historic speedway has always been a favorite with Hollywood filmmakers and in recent years has expanded into a multiuse motorsports facility.
| Author | : Michael C. Hardy |
| Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 240 |
| Release | : 2022-05-30 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 143967521X |
Tour the Old North State's famous--and not-so-famous--historic sites. "First in Freedom," "First in Flight," and "First, Farthest and Last" are all honorifics that have been used to describe North Carolina's well-known history. Learn the truth behind each of these epithets and other tales from the sands of the Outer Banks to the bustling cities of the Piedmont and the western mountains. Tour the state's famous historic homes, gardens and cemeteries. Dive deep into its military conflicts, from the golden age of piracy to the Second World War. "Join North Carolina's veteran historian, Michael C. Hardy, for an exploration of the many sites, monuments, museums, and public spaces that tell story of North Carolina's history.
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| Total Pages | : 130 |
| Release | : 2014-10 |
| Genre | : North Carolina |
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| Author | : Rex White |
| Publisher | : McFarland |
| Total Pages | : 214 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
| ISBN | : 9780786419753 |
Chevrolet fans were wishing for a hero and Rex White made their dreams come true. He took on big muscle cars and eventually won both the 1960 Winston Cup Championship and the Driver of the Year title and was selected as one of NASCAR's Top Fifty Driving Champions. This autobiography is the story of his struggle. Set against the rough and tumble days of early racing history, it gives insight into the sometimes humorous and sometimes tragic experiences of motor sports pioneers. The autobiography also contains information gained through interviews with other racing professionals, including personal stories from NASCAR greats Junior Johnson and Ned Jarrett. The book is well illustrated.
| Author | : Sheila Turnage |
| Publisher | : Compass America Guides |
| Total Pages | : 362 |
| Release | : 2009-10-27 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 1400009049 |
Covering cities, states, and regions of the United States, these richly illustrated handbooks capture the character and culture of important American destinations, along with topical essays, color maps, and capsule reviews of restaurants and hotels.
| Author | : Michael L. Clements |
| Publisher | : McFarland |
| Total Pages | : 305 |
| Release | : 2014-01-10 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 0786462051 |
In this memoir, Michael Clements recounts growing up in the early days of stock car racing. From 1957 through 1965, his father, Louie, travelled the NASCAR circuit, bringing his wife and five children along to every race. Owner and crew chief for champion driver Rex White, Louie introduced many mechanical innovations still used in NASCAR today, and his children grew up on the road between races, befriending many racing legends along the way. Clements' memoir is full of stories about NASCAR's early era and the men and women who built the sport. It includes a wealth of never-before-seen photographs from his personal collection.
| Author | : Mobile Travel Guide |
| Publisher | : Mobil Travel Guide |
| Total Pages | : 516 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 9780762738380 |
Mobil Travel Guide: NASCAR Travel Planner brings Mobil Travel Guide's 47 years of on-the-road experience to the NASCAR fan. Mobil Travel Guide: NASCAR Travel Planner is the fan's companion to the areas surrounding NASCAR-santioned tracks. With this full-color guide, you can plan your next vacation. Learn the best things to See on the road to the track, from amusement parks to national monuments. You'll learn where you can take the kids bowling, or go line-dancing if you have a sitter for the night. Look inside to locate the best track parking and side road shortcuts at your favorite track. New for 2005, this book takes local events and road construction projects into consideration in order to get you and your family to the pits faster. Mobil Travel Guide: NASCAR Travel Planner gives you details on where to Stay while on the road, thanks to our respected Mobil Star ratings. These lodgings have been independently inspected and meet our high standards of quality and service. You'll also find local favorites, such as lesser-known B & Bs, campgrounds, and RV parks. Mobil Travel Guide: NASCAR Travel Planner helps out when you need a bite to Eat, too, with more than 300 Mobil Star-rated restaurants, plus local recommendations for the best home-style breakfasts, burgers, and rib joints in town. Mobil Travel Guide: NASCAR Travel Planner...from your Trusted Travel Advisor...and fellow NASCAR fan...Mobil Travel Guide. Book jacket.
