Impact of DOHC Technology on Motor Development of Iconic Racecars

Brumos Collection's 'Inside The 59' Highlights Prowess and Technical Evolution of Dual Overhead Cam Engines in Iconic Racecars

JACKSONVILLE, FL (October 29, 2020) – The dual overhead camshaft engine (DOHC) has had a profound impact in high performance motor development, as evidenced by the pivotal role it has played in three historic racecars featured in the newest edition of The Brumos Collection's 'Inside The 59' video series.

Posting on October 29 to the Brumos Collection's Facebook, Instagram and YouTube channels, this installment looks inside the facility's 'Forerunners' exhibit, which is dedicated to open-wheel race cars spanning the years 1894 through to 1963.

Hosted by Brumos Collection Executive Director Brandon Starks with expert insight from Director Don Leatherwood and Assistant Manager Aaron Israel, this third episode examines how the dual overhead cam engine has evolved, citing its profound impact on race cars from three disparate and distinctive eras in motorsports competition:

1914 Peugeot L45

One of the first cars that featured DOHC technology, the Peugeot L45 was engineered by three drivers and a draftsman whose ideas were so radical, they were dubbed 'The Charlatans' by other Peugeot engineers. This foursome created a technology that was so revolutionary, it would play a pivotal role in high performance engine development that is still used today.

1930 Miller Sampson Special

As the Peugeot L45 signified what was important about 'The Charlatans' and their innovations, this Sampson Special exemplifies legendary racer car designer and builder Harry Miller's creativity and innovativeness. Miller's influence on the DOHC engine was noteworthy, as DOHC-powered race cars won the Indianapolis 500 a total of 17 times between 1922 and 1938.

1963 Meskowski Dirt Champ Car

'This deep dive shows the connectedness of people and ideas through the early and mid-part of the 1900s,' explains Starks. 'As we look at these historically significant vehicles from three very different eras, we see the unique bond they share through engine technology that has been a mainstay in automotive manufacturing for more than a century.'

'Inside The 59' can be accessed via The Brumos Collection social channels:

Facebook: @thebrumoscollection

Instagram: @thebrumoscollection

YouTube: The Brumos Collection

A Unique Setting

In 1924, 16 years after the first Ford Model-T was produced, Henry Ford expanded production to a newly commissioned 165,000 square-foot plant in Jacksonville, Florida. The Brumos Collection is housed in a purpose-built facility whose meticulous design pays distinct homage to this part of Jacksonville's automotive history.

About The Brumos Collection

From the moment guests enter the grounds, carefully crafted design details honor auto racing history. The guard rails along the roadways are reminiscent of the guard rails you would have found racing along the tracks of a bygone era; a board track walkway leads to the building entrance, and the surrounding brickwork pays tribute to the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway 'Brickyard.' For more comprehensive information, please visit: www.thebrumoscollection.com.

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