Synopsis

The pursuit of raw speed has fueled a century of innovation, beginning before the First World War with enthusiasts who tweaked Model-T Fords to test their limits. Today's dragsters represent the pinnacle of that quest, capable of conquering a quarter-mile from standstill in just 4.5 seconds and reaching velocities exceeding 330 mph. Leading driver Gary Clapshaw offers an inside look at constructing a modern dragster, while visionary designer Bob Norwood introduces his latest creation.