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Racing car on a wet track with cut tyres
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Racing car on a wet track with cut tyres
Racing car on a wet track -- the tyres had to be specially treated with shallow cuts transversing the normal tread for extra grip.
20th century
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Cuts Grip Mechanic Mechanics Normal Rubber Shallow Special Steering Track Tread Treat Treated Treatment Tyre Tyres Wheel
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and challenge of racing on a wet track in the 20th century. The sleek racing car, its body glistening with rainwater, skids gracefully around a corner, leaving a rooster tail of spray in its wake. But a closer look reveals the secret to the driver's remarkable control: the tyres, specially treated with shallow cuts transversing the normal tread. These deliberate cuts, made by skilled mechanics, provide extra grip on the wet surface, allowing the car to maintain traction and steer effectively. The image captures the moment of tension and concentration as the mechanic, hunched over the wheel, expertly applies the treatment to the tyres, ensuring the driver's safety and success on the track. The scene is a testament to the ingenuity and dedication of the racing community in overcoming the challenges of weather and terrain to push the limits of speed and performance.
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