During 1971, Lotus experimented in Formula One with a turbine-powered racing car, the Type 56B. Pratt & Whitney supplied the engine that had recently been banned from American Championship racing and Colin Chapman was keen to step in with a Formula One version.
Emerson Fittipaldi, Lotus 56B-Pratt & Whitney, Gran Premio d’Italia 1971
This photo clearly shows the one-piece cover and the futuristic technology underneath. However, the results were rather modest. Eighteenth place on the grid and eighth place at the finish, one lap behind the winner.
The Motorsport Classic 2026 calendar by McKlein
This is hands-on racing history: The Motorsport Classic 2026 calendar by McKlein takes you back to the golden era of motorsport. Breathtaking images from the 1950s to the 1970s show legendary drivers, iconic cars, and unforgettable moments – captured by some of the finest motorsport photographers of the time.
Whether it’s epic duels on the racetrack, the tension before the start, or detailed glimpses under the bonnet in the pit lane, with two images to choose from each month, the calendar offers the full spectrum of motorsport – from Formula 1 to the great sports car and touring car races, and all the way to rallying.
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Motorsport Classic 2026 is presented entirely in black and white and is far more than just an eye-catcher on the wall. It is a piece of motorsport history for your home, office, or workshop.
