In the early 20th Century, Central Florida played an important part in the early days of auto racing, setting a number of land speed records that would give birth to the “World Center of Racing.”
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The early years of NASCAR stock car racing brought an incredible revolution in perception for the motor sports in North America, even though racers were constantly putting their lives in danger and most tracks were simple dirt courses with modest barriers. As such, it’s no wonder that even decades later, there are still fans of these crazy days. 9 photos
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, LLC was formed back in 1948 by the legendary William Henry Getty France (a.k.a. Big Bill France Sr.) as American auto racing literally took flight after the Second World War. It wasn’t even uncommon back in the day for racers to drive their cars themselves to the race and then take them to the track.