The 1960s were about the glory of quarter-mile domination, and by the end of the decade, one production car out-muscled all the others.
If you track back to the 1970s, it was a fascinating time for American muscle cars. It was an era defined by brilliant designs, screaming engines, and an arms race to dominate the drag strip.
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The 1970s were a disastrous time for American muscle cars. The Clean Air Act of 1970 took full effect, and with it came stringent emissions standards. As a result, American automakers were forced to ...
Still carrying its 4.10 Posi, Hurst Super Shifter, and roller-rocker secrets, this LS6 survivor is a shrine to Chevrolet’s ...
The NHRA changed the official length of Top Fuel and Funny Car races from a quarter mile to 1,000 feet following the death of ...
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