Gone forever are the nitro fumes, roaring engines and loyal spectators at the Detroit Dragway on Sibley and Dix. Since 1959 hot rodders, racers and gearheads met at the strip to test their engines and their nerves. But there's an economic boom hitting Detroit.
Life goes on.
During its long history the strip also hosted races sponsored by the American Hot Rod Association and the United Hot Rod Association. The other member of her team is her brother, Bernie. The Grand Nationals Championship. Top speeds of 125.7 mph and times of 11.117 to 8.45 seconds were recorded during the early meets at the strip. The Big Three got involved too.