La
Carrera Panamericana, The Mexican Road Race (1950-1954),
was one of the most famous events in auto racing history. Many
of the most famous drivers in the world tested their
skills driving 2000 miles across Mexico at full speed. The
event was revived as a stage rally in1988 and for twenty-four
years has offered both experienced racers and novices
an opportunity to experience the thrills and challenges
of the original Pan Am. Today it is unique in the
world—racing against the clock at full speed
on public highways for a week.
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This year one hundred cars will line up in southern
Mexico to race 1600 miles north to the beautiful city
of Zacatecas. The event passes though the heart of the
country, a string of impressive mountains and colorful
colonial cities. The Mexican Highway Patrol, whose top
officers travel with the race, clears the highways for
the timed speed runs. Along the way, two million spectators
will cheer the competitors along.
Each night the race rests in a different city. This
year the Pan Am will start in the Pacific resort of
Huatulco and stop for the night in Oaxaca, Puebla,
Querétaro,
Morelia, Guanajuato, Aguascalientes, and Zacatecas. These
cities are at high altitude, so the weather is typically
cool and clear.
The
Mexican Road Race is always an adventure. Just getting
a race car to the start is a challenge. The Pan Am remains
a serious test of drivers and their cars, plus it’s
a major cultural experience. Finishing the race after seven
long days behind the wheel is another major accomplishment.
Earning a spot on the podium is a huge bonus. It's a lifetime
of memories. Join us this year. You may never have the
opportunity again. |
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