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Pits Collection (#5)

"Pits: A Glimpse into the Heart of Motorsport and Beyond" Step back in time to the iconic 1968 British GP

Background imagePits Collection: Speed World Challenge 1963: Nurburgring 1000 kms

Speed World Challenge 1963: Nurburgring 1000 kms
NuRBURGRING, GERMANY - MAY 19: Tony Maggs / Bob Olthoff, Lola Cars, Lola Mk.6 GT Ford LGT-1 in the pit lane during the Nurburgring 1000 kms at Nurburgring on May 19, 1963 in Nurburgring, Germany

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
The victorious Lotus team (L to R): Colin Chapman (GBR) Lotus Team Owner; Keith Leyton (GBR) Lotus Mechanic; Peter Warr (GBR) Lotus Team Manager; Malcolm Jones (GBR) Goodyear; Glenn Waters (GBR)

Background imagePits Collection: 1973 Spanish Grand Prix

1973 Spanish Grand Prix. Montjuich Park, Barcelona, Spain. 27-29 April 1973. Nanni Galli (Williams FW03 Ford). Ref-35mm 73 ESP 40. World Copyright - LAT Photographic

Background imagePits Collection: 2015 24 Hours of Le Mans

2015 24 Hours of Le Mans
JUNE 14: Pit stop for #12 Rebellion Racing Rebellion R-One: Nicolas Prost, Nick Heidfeld, Mathias Beche during the 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 14, 2015. (Photo by Eric Gilbert / Motorsport.com)

Background imagePits Collection: 2007 Australian GP

2007 Australian GP
MELBOURNE GRAND PRIX CIRCUIT, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 18: Kimi Raikkonen rolls his Ferrari F2007 into parc ferme to the applause

Background imagePits Collection: 1967 Sebring 12 Hours

1967 Sebring 12 Hours
SEBRING INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - APRIL 01: John Rhodes / Timo Makinen, British Motor Corp. MG B BMC in the pit lane during the Sebring 12 Hours at Sebring International

Background imagePits Collection: 1955 Dutch GP

1955 Dutch GP
ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 19: Eugenio Castellotti observes from the rear of his Ferrari 555 as mechanics work on the car during the Dutch GP at Zandvoort on June 19, 1955 in Zandvoort

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
Seventh placed Jacques Villeneuve (CDN) Williams FW20 makes a pit stop. Formula One World Championship, Rd2, Brazilian Grand Prix, Interlagos, Brazil, 29 March 1998

Background imagePits Collection: 1972 Italian GP

1972 Italian GP
AUTODROMO NAZIONALE MONZA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 10: Emerson Fittipaldi waits in his Lotus 72D Ford during the Italian GP at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 10, 1972 in Autodromo Nazionale Monza

Background imagePits Collection: 2012 Canadian GP

2012 Canadian GP
CIRCUIT GILLES-VILLENEUVE, CANADA - JUNE 10: Lewis Hamilton, McLaren MP4-27 Mercedes during the Canadian GP at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on June 10, 2012 in Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, Canada

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
Hans-Joachim Stuck (GER) March 751 retired on the fourth lap with a blown engine. German Grand Prix, Nurburgring, 3 August 1975. BEST IMAGE

Background imagePits Collection: 1949 British Grand Prix

1949 British Grand Prix
SILVERSTONE, UNITED KINGDOM - MAY 19: Reg Parnell stands next to his Maserati 4CLT while a mechanic adds fluid during the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on May 19, 1949 in Silverstone

Background imagePits Collection: 1965 Spa 500 kms

1965 Spa 500 kms
SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS, BELGIUM - MAY 16: Willy Mairesse, Ecurie Francorchamps, Ferrari 250 LM in the pit lane during the Spa 500 kms at Spa-Francorchamps on May 16, 1965 in Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
Ayrton Senna (BRA) Williams FW16 makes his first refuelling stop in Formula One before spinning out of the race. Brazilian Grand Prix, Interlagos, Sao Paulo, 27 March 1994

Background imagePits Collection: 2009 German GP

2009 German GP
NuRBURGRING, GERMANY - JULY 12: A pit stop for Jenson Button, Brawn BGP 001 Mercedes during the German GP at Nurburgring on July 12, 2009 in Nurburgring, Germany. (Photo by Rainer Schlegelmilch)

Background imagePits Collection: 1980 United States GP West

1980 United States GP West
STREETS OF LONG BEACH, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - MARCH 30: James Hunt with a broken leg from a skiing accident during the United States GP West at Streets of Long Beach on March 30

Background imagePits Collection: 1932 24 Hours of Le Mans

1932 24 Hours of Le Mans
CIRCUIT DE LA SARTHE, FRANCE - JUNE 19: Stanisław Czaykowski / Ernest Friderich, Bugatti T55, makes a pitstop during the 24 Hours of Le Mans at Circuit de la Sarthe on June 19

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix, Race, Barcelona, Spain, Sunday 11 May 2014

Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix, Race, Barcelona, Spain, Sunday 11 May 2014
Race winner Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 W05 makes a pit stop. Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix, Race, Barcelona, Spain, Sunday 11 May 2014

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
James Hunt (GBR) McLaren M23 took his second pole position and scored his first finish of the season with a second place. South African Grand Prix, Rd2, Kyalami, 6 March 1976. BEST IMAGE

Background imagePits Collection: Formula 1 1961: Brussels Grand Prix

Formula 1 1961: Brussels Grand Prix
HEYSEL PARK, BELGIUM - APRIL 09: A mechanic works on an engine in the pit lane during the Brussels Grand Prix at Heysel Park on Sunday April 09, 1961, Belgium. (Photo by LAT Images)

Background imagePits Collection: 1964 24 Hours of Le Mans

1964 24 Hours of Le Mans
CIRCUIT DE LA SARTHE, FRANCE - JUNE 21: Jean Guichet / Nino Vaccarella, Scuderia Ferrari, Ferrari 275P, makes a pit stop during the 24 Hours of Le Mans at Circuit de la Sarthe on June 21

Background imagePits Collection: 2007 Brazilian GP

2007 Brazilian GP
AUToDROMO JOSe CARLOS PACE, BRAZIL - OCTOBER 21: Lewis Hamilton, McLaren MP4-22 Mercedes pitstop during the Brazilian GP at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on October 21

Background imagePits Collection: Formula 1 1986: 1986 F1

Formula 1 1986: 1986 F1
JANUARY 01: Ayrton Senna, Lotus 98T Renault comes in for a pit stop during the 1986 F1 on Wednesday January 01, 1986. (Photo by Ercole Colombo / Studio Colombo)

Background imagePits Collection: 1961 French GP

1961 French GP
REIMS-GUEUX, FRANCE - JULY 02: Bruce McLaren's Cooper T55 Climax during the French GP at Reims-Gueux on July 02, 1961 in Reims-Gueux, France. (Photo by LAT Images)

Background imagePits Collection: 1959 Italian GP

1959 Italian GP
AUTODROMO NAZIONALE MONZA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 13: Roy Salvadori's Aston Martin DBR4/250 being pushed by mechanics, while the engine in Jack Fairman's Cooper T45 Maserati is worked on during

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix, Race, Barcelona, Spain, Sunday 11 May 2014

Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix, Race, Barcelona, Spain, Sunday 11 May 2014
Sebastian Vettel (GER) Red Bull Racing RB10 makes a pit stop. Formula One World Championship, Rd5, Spanish Grand Prix, Race, Barcelona, Spain, Sunday 11 May 2014

Background imagePits Collection: 2012 Canadian GP

2012 Canadian GP
CIRCUIT GILLES-VILLENEUVE, CANADA - JUNE 10: Lewis Hamilton, McLaren MP4-27 Mercedes gets pushed back into the garage during the Canadian GP at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on June 10

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
A Gordini turbocharger is replaced during Thursday practice on the Renault RS01 of Jean-Pierre Jabouille (FRA). It was the debut appearance in F1 for Renault

Background imagePits Collection: 1979 Argentinian GP

1979 Argentinian GP
AUTODROMO JUAN Y OSCAR GALVEZ, ARGENTINA - JANUARY 21: Mechanics work on the rear of Alan Jones's Williams FW06 Ford in the pitlane during the Argentinian GP at Autodromo Juan y Oscar Galvez

Background imagePits Collection: 1968 South African GP

1968 South African GP
KYALAMI, SOUTH AFRICA - JANUARY 01: Jackie Stewart's Matra MS9 Ford during the South African GP at Kyalami on January 01, 1968 in Kyalami, South Africa. (Photo by David Phipps / Sutton Images)

Background imagePits Collection: 2020 Mercedes F1 Team June testing

2020 Mercedes F1 Team June testing
JUNE 10: Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes W09 during the Mercedes F1 Team June testing on June 10, 2020. (Photo by Steve Etherington / LAT Images)

Background imagePits Collection: 1972 Spa 1000 kms

1972 Spa 1000 kms
SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS, BELGIUM - MAY 07: Clay Regazzoni with Barbro Peterson, wife of Ronnie during the Spa 1000 kms at Spa-Francorchamps on May 07, 1972 in Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
The Owen Organisation mechanics work on the BRM P83 of Graham Hill (GBR) in the pit garage as fathers and sons watch on with intrigue. Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 23 October 1966

Background imagePits Collection: 2006 Turkish GP

2006 Turkish GP
ISTANBUL PARK, TURKEY - AUGUST 27: Michael Schumacher, Ferrari 248 F1 entering the pitlane during the Turkish GP at Istanbul Park on August 27, 2006 in Istanbul Park, Turkey

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
Keke Rosberg (FIN) Fittipaldi F8C, running Avon tyres, retired from the race on lap 11 with a broken gear lever. Belgian Grand Prix, Rd5, Zolder, Belgium, 17 May 1981

Background imagePits Collection: 1967 British GP

1967 British GP
SILVERSTONE, UNITED KINGDOM - JULY 15: John Surtees, Honda RA273 in the pit lane during the British GP at Silverstone on July 15, 1967 in Silverstone, United Kingdom. (Photo by Rainer Schlegelmilch)

Background imagePits Collection: 1970 Race of Champions

1970 Race of Champions
BRANDS HATCH, UNITED KINGDOM - MARCH 22: Brands Hatch during the Race of Champions at Brands Hatch on Sunday March 22, 1970, United Kingdom. (Photo by LAT Images)

Background imagePits Collection: 2018 Ad Diriyah E-prix

2018 Ad Diriyah E-prix
RIYADH STREET CIRCUIT, SAUDI ARABIA - DECEMBER 15: Andre Lotterer (DEU), DS TECHEETAH, DS E-Tense FE19 follows the field out of the pit lane during the Ad Diriyah E-prix at Riyadh Street Circuit

Background imagePits Collection: 1977 United States GP

1977 United States GP
WATKINS GLEN INTERNATIONAL, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - OCTOBER 02: Jacques Laffite's Ligier JS7 Matra cars in the pitlane during the United States GP at Watkins Glen International on October 02

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
Refueling Rig. Formula One World Championship, Rd1, Australian Grand Prix, Melbourne, Australia. 12 March 2000

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
Nelson Piquet (BRA) prepares to climb into his Brabham BT49 during a wet practice session. Nelson retired from the race on the third lap with a blown engine

Background imagePits Collection: 1968 French GP

1968 French GP
ROUEN-LES-ESSARTS, FRANCE - JULY 07: Ken Tyrrell talks with Jackie Stewart in the pit lane as mechanics work on his Matra MS10 Ford during the French GP at Rouen-Les-Essarts on July 07

Background imagePits Collection: 1961 French GP

1961 French GP
REIMS-GUEUX, FRANCE - JULY 02: Wolfgang von Trips' Ferrari 156 next to Bruce McLaren's Cooper T55 Climax in the pits during the French GP at Reims-Gueux on July 02, 1961 in Reims-Gueux

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
The old pit lane, located just after the hairpin. Canadian Grand Prix, Rd 14, Montreal, Canada, 30 September 1979. BEST IMAGE

Background imagePits Collection: 1971 United States GP

1971 United States GP
WATKINS GLEN INTERNATIONAL, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - OCTOBER 03: Cockpit and steering wheel detail of Andrea de Adamich's March 711 Alfa Romeo during the United States GP at Watkins Glen

Background imagePits Collection: 1983 Canadian GP

1983 Canadian GP
CIRCUIT GILLES-VILLENEUVE, CANADA - JUNE 12: Riccardo Patrese, Brabham BT52 BMW, during a pitstop during the Canadian GP at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on June 12, 1983 in Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve

Background imagePits Collection: 2008 Brazilian GP

2008 Brazilian GP
AUToDROMO JOSe CARLOS PACE, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 02: Hamilton's pit board shows his recquired 5th position to win the championship during the Brazilian GP at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on November

Background imagePits Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
Williams mechanics work on the Williams FW07B skirt of fifth placed Carlos Reutemann (ARG) in the pits. South African Grand Prix, Rd 3, Kyalami, South Africa, 1 March 1980




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"Pits: A Glimpse into the Heart of Motorsport and Beyond" Step back in time to the iconic 1968 British GP, where roaring engines and adrenaline-filled moments dominated the Silverstone circuit. Pit crews worked tirelessly, ensuring every second counted as they fueled up cars and changed tires with lightning speed. Fast forward to 1989, when a young Ayrton Senna commanded attention at the British Grand Prix. The McLaren MP4-5 he piloted showcased his immense talent, while pit stops became a balletic display of teamwork and precision. Le Mans Poster captures the essence of endurance racing, depicting drivers pushing their limits through day and night. Pits become a sanctuary for these warriors of speed, offering brief respite before returning to battle on treacherous tracks. In 1962 at the Belgian GP, pits transformed into bustling hubs of activity as mechanics fine-tuned race machines. Among them was an aspiring Ayrton Senna in his Formula 3 Ralt RT3 at Thruxton on that fateful March day in 1983 - an image whose creator remains unknown but forever etched in history. Beyond motorsport lies Cwmpennar Colliery in Glamorgan, South Wales - once a thriving coal mine where miners descended into dark depths akin to drivers entering pits during races. Both faced danger head-on with unwavering determination. The drama continued at Monza's Autodromo Nazionale di Monza during the intense atmosphere of the 1976 Italian GP. Pits witnessed triumphs and heartbreaks as teams strategized for victory or fought against mechanical failures that could dash dreams within seconds. Goodwood's Emeryson Jaguar evokes nostalgia from England's motoring heritage; its presence in pits symbolizing timeless elegance amidst high-octane action. Here too lies another tale - Coldstreamers charging fearlessly on Somme's battlefield.