The inhuman race

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Baja 500 is described as a most gruelling motorsport event in the world. The sport was named after the rugged trails of Baja, California, and requires a car driver to face life-threatening obstacles along with risk of getting lost. Ivan Stewart, having won 14 races, is the grand master of the event.

Analysis, Automobiles, Racing, Race cars, Baja 500, Stewart, Ivan

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Race around the world: anything goes

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The innovative design of the catamarans taking part in a round world race from Barcelona, Spain is described. The radical shape of the Team Philips boat and the challenges and risks expected during the race are explored.

Cover Story, Design and construction, Sailboats, Sailboat racing, Yacht racing, Catamarans, Multihull sailboats

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Safety in numbers

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The basis of crash-safety ratings given to new cars and vehicles is explained. The different results produced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety are examined.

Research, Case studies, Automobiles, Automobile industry, Crash injury research, Crashworthiness (Vehicles), Safety factor in engineering, Safety engineering

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