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With its domestic motor industry having fallen behind the US and France, the political establishment pushed for dominance in Grand Prix racing, launched an automobile for the masses, and developed a wide network of motorways. Connecting racing cars, high speed, and the motorways was the Rekordwoche, an annual event launched in 1936 to conquer the highest speeds on a motorway.

This year will mark the 100th anniversary of the iconic Alfa Romeo P2’s debut. Designed by the legendary Vittorio Jano, the P2 went on to dominate Grand Prix racing in the final two years of the 2-Liter formula. In 1925, Alfa won the first World Championship after which the team duly withdrew from the sport. However, privately owned Alfa P2s continued to participate in racing and win races up until 1930.

In connection with the 11th Annual Argetsinger Award Gala, presented by the International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC) and Sahlen’s, you are invited to place bids on 29 Select Silent Auction Items.

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Silent Auction Goes Live for 11th Annual Argetsinger Award Gala Honoring Racing Legend Brian Redman, Presented by Sahlen’s, on September 4 at Corning Museum of Glass

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The International Motor Racing Research Center, hosted the Elva reunion at Watkins Glen (2012), celebrating the historic connection between Elva cars and the famous racetrack. The event features various speakers, including Janos Wimpffen who authored a definitive book on Elva, and Burdette “Birdie” Martin, regarded as a leading ambassador for automobile racing and the original Elva distributor for the United States.

Chemung Canal Trust Company Lends Support to 11th Annual Argetsinger Award Gala Honoring Racing Legend Brian Redman, Presented by Sahlen’s, on September 4 at Corning Museum of Glass

John Yasenko recounts the discovery and historical significance of a unique 1935 front-wheel-drive speedster created by Benjamin F. Harris III. Initially found in a neglected state in 1987, the vehicle's unusual design and Harris’s innovative contributions to automotive history intrigued John and his Brother, leading to an extensive pre-internet research endeavor.

Motorsports icons David Hobbs, Bob Varsha and Dr. Jerry Punch will host the International Motor Racing Research Center’s 11th annual gala, presented by Sahlen’s, honoring racing legend Brian Redman on September 4, at the Corning (N.Y) Museum of Glass.