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* [[Baker Motor Vehicle|Baker Motor Vehicle Company]] ([[Cleveland, Ohio]]) * [[Santos-Dumont|Columbus Motor Vehicle Company]] ([[Columbus, Ohio]])

...[FIM]]/[[UEM]] European Drag Racing Championship, along with the [[British National Drag Racing Championships]]. ...ndon. Santa Pod regularly takes its hospitality trailer to major events in motor sport and helps alot in the local community, offering disabled and local pe

...operation of these vehicles is sometimes regulated by local, regional, or national [[laws]]. Some countries require the operator to obtain a [[commercial driv ...red partly by an [[internal combustion engine]], and partly by an electric motor. The concepts of transmission continue to employ methods for transferring t

'''Roadway noise''' is the collective sound energy emanating from [[motor vehicle]]s. In the USA it contributes more to environmental noise exposure than any ...puter model]]ing of this phenomenon was perfected. After passage of the [[National Environmental Policy Act]] and [[Noise Control Act]], the demand for detail

...arily concerned with developing the visual appearance or aesthetics of the vehicle, though it is also involved in the creation of the product concept. Automot ...terior of the vehicle develops the proportions, shape, and surfaces of the vehicle. Exterior design is first done by a series of digital or manual drawings. P

...le to cross between South America and Central America by traditional motor vehicle. ...s been crossed by adventurers on [[bicycle]], [[motorbike]], [[all-terrain vehicle]], and foot, dealing with [[jungle]], [[swamp]], [[insect]]s, and other haz

...g]], particularly at the limits where the driver might lose control of the vehicle. ...recognized by the [[Society of Automotive Engineers]], although individual motor manufacturers use a range of different marketing names (see below).

...3 ½ HP''' sometimes also called'' 'Fiat 4 HP''', was the first model of [[vehicle]] built by the then nascent Italian factory in [[Turin]] ''[[Fiat]]''. On the 11th of July, 1899, a dozen of aristocrats who shared a passion for motor racing, established [[Fiat]] by the end of that year in [[Turin]] and began

...] driven by rotary motors, or in the case of tracked vehicles, by [[linear motor]]s. The [[energy]] used to propel the vehicle may be obtained from several sources:

...liberately ramming their vehicles into one another. The last driver whose vehicle is still operational is awarded the victory. ...ecome muddy to further slow the vehicles. Drivers use the back end of the vehicle to ram to protect the engine compartment from damage.

...to heavily-modified cars that retain only the basic shape of the original vehicle) and designed-from-scratch "formula" and "sports racer" cars can be used in The annual National Championship for Club Racing is called the "Runoffs" and has been historica

* Series 400 - 1 remnant vehicle in Australia, NSW; One ex Australian vehicle now being driven in UK. * Series 500 - 1 low mileage original vehicle at Biella, Italy.

...vehicle is moving forward, and intended to increase the conspicuity of the vehicle during [[daylight]] conditions. ...axis|axis]], mounted at the outer left and right edges of the front of the vehicle. [[Finland]] adopted the requirement in [[1982]] (on rural roads, only in [

...the [[United Nations]] established the [[World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations]], an [[international]] standards body advancing auto safety. M ...f Transportation]] (DOT) with automobile safety one of its purposes. The [[National Transportation Safety Board]] (NTSB) was created as an independent organiza

...the [[United Nations]] established the [[World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations]], an [[international]] standards body advancing auto safety. M ...f Transportation]] (DOT) with automobile safety one of its purposes. The [[National Transportation Safety Board]] (NTSB) was created as an independent organiza

...ditions, tuning has become a way to personalize the characteristics of the vehicle to the owner's preference. For example, they may be altered to provide bett ...ar exterior. This includes changing the aerodynamic characteristics of the vehicle via side skirts, front and rear bumpers, adding spoilers, splitters, air ve

...Australia and Canada also. Many of the cars may also race on [[Short track motor racing|asphalt short tracks]] during the racing season. ==The race vehicle==

...rance de la Montagne, has been one of the most competitive of the European national series, attracting many new F2 and 2-litre sports cars during the 1970s and ...''Island Car Club''']. Participants are divided according to their type of vehicle into various categories ranging from single seaters to saloon cars.

...e:DSCN1474.JPG|thumb|[[General Motors Sequel|Sequel]], a fuel cell powered vehicle from [[General Motors]]]] A '''hydrogen vehicle''' is a [[vehicle]], such as an [[automobile]] or [[aircraft]], which uses [[hydrogen]] as it

...en to it by its inventors at [[Robert Bosch GmbH|Bosch]]) is a system on [[motor vehicles]] which prevents the [[wheel]]s from locking while [[brake|braking ...tch or improve on the performance of a typical driver with an ABS-equipped vehicle. However, for a majority of drivers, in most conditions, in typical states

...Australia and Canada also. Many of the cars may also race on [[Short track motor racing|asphalt short tracks]] during the racing season. ==The race vehicle==

...t after by collectors and drag racers. These can be identified outside the vehicle by a noticeably narrower front pump spline. Externally there are no differe ...G-series (full size) vans. Today, the [[U.S. Army]] [[HUMVEE]] is the only vehicle using the THM400. The civilian [[Hummer H1]] originally had the 3L80s, but

'''Automobile safety''' is the study and practice of [[Automobile|vehicle]] design, construction, and equipment to minimise the occurrence and conseq ...countless other job tasks. In these instances, the employer providing the vehicle generally plays a major role in setting safety, maintenance, and training p

...raking ability, rollover stability and noise levels are checked before the vehicle is allowed to compete in the dynamic events (Skidpad, Autocross, Accelerati ...have proved themselves to be capable of producing a functioning prototype vehicle.

...'''motorsport''') is a [[sport]] involving [[racing]] [[automobile]]s. '''Motor racing''' or '''motorsport''' may also mean [[motorcycle racing]], and can :''See: [[Grand Prix motor racing]]''

...f equipment that is cosmetic (something that changes the appearance of the vehicle). The Australian National Drag Racing Association has no less than 7 dedicated classes catering for t

...'''motorsport''') is a [[sport]] involving [[racing]] [[automobile]]s. '''Motor racing''' or '''motorsport''' may also mean [[motorcycle racing]], and can :''See: [[Grand Prix motor racing]]''

...until control is regained. Electronic stability control does not improve a vehicle's cornering performance; rather it helps to minimize a loss of control. Th ...intended line through a corner; an onboard [[computer]] monitored several vehicle operating parameters through various sensors. When too much [[throttle]] ha

...ber 10]], [[1933]], was an Italian [[Opera|opera singer]] and [[Grand Prix motor racing]] driver. ...n his car veered off the track. Later on, when the race was restarted, the vehicle of Polish driver, [[Stanislas Czaykowski|Count Stanislas Czaykowski]], cras

...ily-owned firms. Its major industries are [[precision machinery]], [[motor vehicle]]s, chemicals, [[pharmaceuticals]], electric goods, and [[fashion]] and [[c ...Union of the European Union|Economic and Monetary Union]] in May 1998. The national debt, which stood at roughly 124% of GDP in 1995, declined steadily until a

...er]], etc.), a light truck (light [[pickup trucks]]), or a [[sport utility vehicle]]. Luxury vehicles place more emphasis on comfort, appearance, and amenitie ...the new millennium, it has become rather difficult to determine whether a vehicle is indeed a luxury car or not. Many vehicles such as the [[GMC Yukon]] or t

...Mans 24 Hours]] endurance race. First run in 1923, it is one of the oldest motor races still in existence. ...n are) one-of-a-kind machines, and need bear no relation to any road-going vehicle. In the ACO classification system, two categories are recognized: P1 and P2

...a [[wheel]]ed [[passenger]] [[vehicle]] that carries its own [[car engine|motor]]. Most definitions of the term specify that automobiles are designed to r ...r"—derived from similar words in French and much earlier Greek words—for a vehicle that moves, especially on wheels, that was applied to [[chariot]]s, small c

...r 1]], [[1984]], was a [[France|French]] model, dancer, and a [[Grand Prix motor racing]] driver. ...nvalescing was discharged from the hospital. The tragedy turned her into a national hero amongst the Brazilian population. A large number of families even bega

...'''motorsport''') is a [[sport]] involving [[racing]] [[automobile]]s. '''Motor racing''' or '''motorsport''' may also mean [[motorcycle racing]], and it c :''See: [[Grand Prix motor racing]]''

...erg etext 17432.jpg|thumb|The 1907 Itala which won the [[Peking to Paris]] motor race]] ...5/45hp model driven by Count Scipione Borghese won the [[Peking to Paris]] motor race by three weeks. These sporting successes helped sales dramatically, th

'''Grand Prix motor racing''' has its roots in organized automobile racing that began in France ...(1878–1941), a [[Switzerland|Swiss]]-born employee of a French motor vehicle manufacturer would move to the United States. Beginning in 1910, he would b

[[Ford Motor Company|Ford]] built an experimental fleet of cars with airbags in 1971. T Airbags became common in the 1980s, with [[Chrysler]] and [[Ford Motor Company|Ford]] introducing them in the mid-1980s; the former made them stan

...es (305 mm) longer than a 996 Series [[Porsche 996|Porsche 911]]. Overall vehicle length is 178.1 in, width is 71.7 in, and height is 51.4 in. Total curb wei The Maserati Coupé and Spyder utilize the same vehicle systems – engine, transmission, suspension, and interior driver and front

...'''motorsport''') is a [[sport]] involving [[racing]] [[automobile]]s. '''Motor racing''' or '''motorsport''' may also mean [[motorcycle racing]], and can :''See: [[Grand Prix motor racing]]''

...'''motorsport''') is a [[sport]] involving [[racing]] [[automobile]]s. '''Motor racing''' or '''motorsport''' may also mean [[motorcycle racing]], and can :''See: [[Grand Prix motor racing]]''

...ctives in [[politics]] and [[plastic]]s. He then began a career at [[Ford Motor Company]] as an engineer. Eventually becoming dissatisfied with that job, h ...etplace as Ford products. Eventually, he became the president of the Ford Motor Company, but he clashed with [[Henry Ford II]] and ultimately, in 1978, he

...tems or components. The HV provide better fuel economy than a conventional vehicle because the engine is smaller and may be run at speeds providing more effic ...motor that drives the vehicle. This contrasts with all-[[Battery electric vehicle|electric car]]s which use batteries charged by an external source such as t

...n [[Redruth]], and in 1801 [[Richard Trevithick]] was running a full-sized vehicle on the road in [[Camborne]]. ...he USA but was also the first [[amphibious vehicle]], as his steam-powered vehicle was able to travel on [[wheel]]s on land and via a [[paddle wheel]] in the

...an.jpg|thumb|[[Stefan Merriman]], 2004 World Enduro Champion on a [[Yamaha Motor Company|Yamaha]]]] * National championships

...and successor [[Federico Martini]], author of the''motion''DB1 (the first motor Bimota Ducati) and chassis [[aluminum]] became a box Bimota standard. Its a ...ic centimeter|cc]]), first [[two-stroke engine]] operated by [[injection ( motor)|injection]] electronically.

...ynamics]] of the vehicle) and in function — especially for improving vehicle [[crashworthiness]] and in weight reduction to improve mileage. ...s M4 Shermans, a favorite among US Military modelers), railroad equipment, motor trucks, motorcycles, airplanes, and space-ships (real-world such as Apollo/

..., more than 70 million motor vehicles, including [[car]]s and [[commercial vehicle]]s were produced worldwide. ...uate their private vehicle usage. Roughly half of the US's fifty one light vehicle plants are projected to permanently close in the coming years with the loss

...uto Club Dragway). The racetrack is near the former locations of [[Ontario Motor Speedway]] and [[Riverside International Raceway]]. After Riverside's closu *[[September 8]], [[2001]]: The first weekend for the [[Street-legal vehicle|street-legal]] Friday night at [[California Dragway]] is run.

...by the municipalities of Rome and Turin, resulting in significant win for National in Turin. ...rdinary degree. " Indeed, in those weeks, the Rapid is part of the Olympia Motor Show in London, is that of Paris, and costs were not light.

|Venue || [[Indianapolis Motor Speedway]] ...ompeted in it. It has been broadcast live over radio on the [[Indianapolis Motor Speedway Radio Network]] since 1952, televised live in 1949 and 1950 on the

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National agencies which tax automobiles according to displacement and regulatory bod ...ed States]] where a customer can purchase several laps around a track in a vehicle very similar to [[open wheel racing]] vehicles, but powered by a small [[Cu

...great deal of money that would be better spent, if it were to be spent on motor racing, on a permanent circuit elsewhere. Finally, they said that the claim ...ade of F1 machinery and V8 Supercars, Australia’s highest-profile domestic motor sport category.

* ''Vehicle components'' - the major Italian component maker [[Magneti-Marelli]] is own ...(created in 1926 for the famous newspaper), Itedi, Italiana Edizioni. Some national and local newspapers are owned or otherwise controlled by the different com

...'' (18 April 1911 - 12 April 1992) was an [[Italy|Italian]] businessman, [[motor racing|racing driver]], and [[racing car]] builder. ...00px|'''Ilario and his brother Gualtiero (Walter) with their first wheeled vehicle.''']]

...[[European Championship (auto racing)|European Champion]] in [[Grand Prix motor racing]]. Dr [[Ferdinand Porsche]] called Nuvolari "''The greatest driver o ...e both [[bicycle]] racers - Giuseppe was a multiple winner of the Italian national championship and was particularly admired by a young Tazio.

A '''motorcycle''' is a two-wheeled [[vehicle]] powered by an [[engine]]. The [[wheel]]s are in-line, and at higher speed The operator or "rider" sits [[wiktionary: astride|astride]] the vehicle on a seat, with his hands on a set of handlebars. The feet are supported on

...London]]. We can assume a name change occurred when Johnson patented his vehicle and named it “pedestrian curricle” or “velocipede,” but the public The first mechanically-propelled 2-wheel vehicle was believed to have been built by [[Kirkpatrick MacMillan]], a Scottish bl

...s a [[bicycle pedal|pedal-driven]] [[human-powered transport|human-powered vehicle]] with two [[bicycle wheel|wheels]] attached to a [[bicycle frame|frame]], The 1968 [[Vienna Convention on Road Traffic]] considers a bicycle to be a vehicle, and a person controlling a bicycle is considered a driver. The traffic co

...ful engines ([[A.L.F.A 40/60 HP|40-60 HP]]). A.L.F.A. also ventured into [[motor racing]], drivers Franchini and Ronzoni competing in the 1911 [[Targa Flori ...n had effective control. Alfa became an instrument of Mussolini's Italy, a national emblem. During this period Alfa Romeo built bespoke vehicles for the wealth

...1979, 1982, 1983, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004, 179 [[Grand Prix motor racing|grand prix]] victories, 3445 and a half points, 544 podium finishes, ...t down after 34 victorious duels and many team victories; he soon became a national hero.

...Due to the rising cost of competition, the last of these occurred in 1983. National championships existed in [[South Africa]] and the [[United Kingdom|UK]] in ...e best positioned to dominate the initial years of the championship. Other national manufacturers – such as the French manufacturer [[Talbot]] or the British