Ninety years ago, in February 1935, a spectacular attempt to break speed records took place in Italy

Ninety years ago, in February 1935, a spectacular attempt to break speed records took place in Italy. On February 15, the car piloted by Hans Stuck performed as planned and was heralded the “world’s fastest road-going car.” With a speed of 326.975 km/h reached near Lucca, the vehicle broke 26 world records and 13 international class records.