The Racing Years

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  • 2014
  • 1 Season

The Racing Years from DigiComTV is an exciting and fast-paced show that takes viewers on a journey through the history of motorsport racing. The series covers a wide variety of racing events from around the world, spanning several decades of competition. Hosted by knowledgeable and passionate presenters, each episode of The Racing Years is packed with highlights, analysis, and expert insights into some of the most iconic moments from the world of motorsport. From Formula One to MotoGP, touring cars to endurance racing, and everything in between, this show covers it all.

The series uses a combination of archive footage, expert interviews, and cutting-edge graphics to tell the stories of the biggest races and rivalries in motorsport history. Whether you're a die-hard fan of racing or just love the thrill of the competition, there's something for everyone in this show.

One of the strengths of The Racing Years is its ability to delve deep into the history of motorsport, uncovering forgotten gems and moments that have been lost to time. The show takes a comprehensive look at events from the past, examining how they paved the way for the modern era of racing and influenced the sport as we know it today.

In addition to covering the big events, The Racing Years also shines a spotlight on some of the lesser-known competitions and championships from around the world. Viewers get a chance to learn about unique races and circuits that have become legendary in their own right, such as the Isle of Man TT, the Nurburgring, and the Indianapolis 500.

Throughout the series, viewers get to hear from some of the biggest names in motorsport, as well as up-and-coming stars who are hoping to make their mark on the industry. These interviews provide valuable insight into the minds of racers, their training regimens, and the strategies they use to achieve success on the track.

Another standout feature of The Racing Years is its use of advanced graphics and technology. The show employs the latest in 3D graphics and animation to help bring the stories and races to life, giving viewers a sense of what it's like to be behind the wheel of a high-performance racing car.

Overall, The Racing Years from DigiComTV is a must-watch series for anyone who loves motorsport. Whether you're a fan of formula racing or endurance events, there's something for everyone in this show. With its expert analysis, thrilling footage, and engaging interviews, The Racing Years offers a comprehensive look at the history of motorsport racing that is both entertaining and informative.

The Racing Years is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (26 episodes). The series first aired on May 31, 2014.

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1975
26. 1975
May 20, 2015
1975 and the final season of this series of The Racing Years. Niki Lauda and Ferrari's new 312T combined perfectly. LeMons was dubbed the economy run, but as usual there was plenty of drama as the race unfolded between Mirages and Ligiers. At the Argentinian Grand Prix, reigning world champion Emerson Fittipaldi was joined at MacLaren by Germany's Jochen Mass.
The Racing Years - 1974
25. The Racing Years - 1974
May 20, 2015
1974 saw many changes in Formula One. Emerson Fittipaldi left Lotus for McLaren. Niki Lauda and Clay Regazzoni are at Ferrari. Frank Williams continued his battle to stay in the sport. Jackie Stewart and Francois Cevert have gone, but the racing is as competitive as ever. In sports cars, Matra is trying to make it a hat trick of victories at Le Mans.
1973
24. 1973
May 20, 2015
1973 was Jackie Stewart's final season, and he was determined to go out on a high note. Formula One was growing with 15 races and two new teams, Shadow and Ensign, to replace Matra. Matra was concentrating on back-to-back Lemans wins. And we travel to Kenya for the tough East African Safari Rally. The season opened with the Argentinean Grand Prix.
1972
23. 1972
May 20, 2015
1972 and the rivalry between Lotus' Emerson Fittipaldi, Tyrrell's Jackie Stewart, Ferrari's Jackie Ickx and Clay Regazzoni was at its most intense. The Formula One Championship took in 12 rounds. The ways was open for a famous home win at L'amour. And Can-Am was in its pomp with massively powerful sports cars rumbling stateside.
1971
22. 1971
May 20, 2015
The racing year is 1971. With the loss of Jochen Rindt and the retirement of Jack Brabham, Jackie Stewart was in the ascendancy driving his dark blue Tyrrell. New rivals were emerging, Brazil's Emerson Fittipaldi and Sweden's Ronnie Peterson the most notable. Porsche, Matra, and Ferrari fought it out at Le Mans in the final year of the five-liter supercars.
The Racing Years - 1970
21. The Racing Years - 1970
May 21, 2015
The racing year is 1970, and a new decade has dawned with increasing interest and commercial sponsorship of Formula One, and more European and South American drivers taking on the big names, Stewart, Ickx, and Brabham. Jochen Rindt had made his breakthrough with Lotus. In sports car racing the way was clear for Porsche to dominate.
1969
20. 1969
May 21, 2015
1969, the end of the Swinging 60s. Jackie Stewart was in unstoppable form in his Cosworth-powered Matra. The Scot's challengers were Jochen Rindt, Denny Hulme, Bruce McLaren, Graham Hill, and new Brabham driver Jacky Ickx. And Ickx featured in the closest-ever finish at Le Mans when his GT40 and the Porsche 908 of Hans Herrmann went head to head in a dramatic race.
The Racing Years - 1968
19. The Racing Years - 1968
May 22, 2015
1968 was a pivotal year in motor racing. It showed the brutal human cost of the sport with Jim Clark and three other Grand Prix drivers losing their lives during the season. On the sporting side Graham Hill stepped up to the challenge offered by Jackie Stewart in the new Matra. And defending World Champion Denny Hulme, now with McLaren. Le Mans was a Ford GT40 versus Porsche 908 race.
1967
18. 1967
May 22, 2015
In 1967 Formula One was hotting up. Could Jack Brabham retain his championship or would the new Ford-Cosworth powered Lotus of Jim Clark be a winner? Other drivers, too, were ready to step up. Ford was taking the sledgehammer approach to them all once again. The Formula One season opened with the South African Grand Prix and Team Lotus recruited Graham Hill to join Jim Clark.
The Racing Years - 1966
17. The Racing Years - 1966
May 23, 2015
In 1966 there was a return to power in Grand Prix racing. Jack Brabham was best prepared with his Repco engine Brabham's dominating the season. More British drivers tried for the glittering rewards at the Indianapolis 500. And it was Ford's third attempt at Le Mans, would they succeed? All the big names competed in Formula Two races alongside up and coming drivers.
1965
16. 1965
May 23, 2015
1965, the final year of the 1.5 liter formula. Jim Clark and Lotus had an ambitious program with grand prix racing. Ford was putting the pressure on Ferrari, and were determined to win at Le Mans. The world championship began on New Year's Day in South Africa. Jim Clark led from flag to flag. Only 35 of the 238 crews in the Monte Carlo rally reached the finish, the smallest number for 20 years.
The Racing Years - 1964
15. The Racing Years - 1964
May 24, 2015
1964 was the high point of swinging 60's Britain. In racing, that was shown by the number of British drivers and teams taking on the lone Italian Ferrari. The Scuderia turned to John Surtees to lead them back to competitiveness. There was a challenge to Ferrari's sports car supremacy by Ford. The motor sport season opened with the annual Racing Car Show at Olympia in London.
1963
14. 1963
May 24, 2015
The racing year is 1963. Graham Hill in the BRM and Jim Clark in the Lotus are the main contenders. Clark also tackled the Indianapolis 500. Le Mans continued to be Ferrari's domain, although Ford was taking an interest in sports car racing. The Monte Carlo Rally opened the year, all the contenders had a sprint around the Grand Prix circuit to finish the rally. Some with less success than others.
1962
13. 1962
May 24, 2015
It's 1962 and in the racing year British teams BRM and Lotus, and British drivers Graham Hill and Jim Clark, are to the fore. Double World Champion Jack Brabham left Cooper to set up his own team, and John Surtees joined Yeoman Credit Lola. Ferrari had World Champion Phil Hill as their lead driver. In Sports Cars Ferrari faced less opposition than before, with Porsche concentrating on Formula One.
1961
12. 1961
May 25, 2015
The racing year is 1961. In Grand Prix racing there's a new 1.5 liter formula. Ferrari was well prepared with the distinctive Sharknose 156. Americans Phil Hill and Richie Ginther, and Germany's aristocratic Wolfgang von Trips led the Marinaro team. Porsche stepped up to Formula One with Dan Gurney, Jo Bonnier, and Hans Herrmann. In sports cars it was Italy versus Germany. Ferrari versus Porsche.
The Racing Years - 1960
11. The Racing Years - 1960
May 25, 2015
The 1960s dawned with the Formula One scene firmly centered on Britain. Defending World Champion Jack Brabham and Stirling Moss continued their duel in 1960 as Lotus and Cooper became the front-running cars. Ferrari was now the only non-British team. In sports cars, Ferrari was challenged by Porsche, especially in the Targa Florio, though Le Mans was a prancing-horse preserve.
The Racing Years - 1959
10. The Racing Years - 1959
May 26, 2015
The year is 1959
The Racing Years - 1958
9. The Racing Years - 1958
May 26, 2014
The year is 1958
1957
8. 1957
May 27, 2014
1957 saw defending world champion Fangio return to Maserati. He and Enzo Ferrari didn't get on particularly well. The Argentinian decided to continue his career with the Trident, replacing Stirling Moss who had signed with Vanwall. Fangio arrived at the Medina Circuit in early 1957 to try out the latest version of the 250F.
1956
7. 1956
May 27, 2014
The racing year is 1956, with Mercedes' withdrawal from motorsport, world champion Juan Manuel Fangio thought of retiring and returning to his motor business and interests in Argentina. In view of the political uncertainties in Argentina, Fangio decided to continue racing. He had fallen out with Maserati and decided his future lay with Ferrari.
1955
6. 1955
May 27, 2014
In Grand Prix racing Juan Manuel Fangio was back to defend his World Championship for Mercedes. Alongside in the W196 was rising British driver Stirling Moss, who proved his ability in 1954 with Maserati. The trident had to search around for a new team leader, and the choice was Frenchman Jean Behra. Ferrari had Nino Farina and Maurice Trintignant under contract. 1955 was a great season.
The Racing Years - 1954
5. The Racing Years - 1954
May 27, 2014
1954 was a pivotal racing year, with a new Formula 1 using 2.5 liter engines. Mercedes were preparing for their return to Grand Prix racing, and Juan Manuel Fangio was to join when the cars were ready mid-year. Defending world champion Alberto Ascari signed for Lancia. Maserati debuted the 250F while Ferrari managed to introduce no less than four different models.
The Racing Years - 1953
4. The Racing Years - 1953
May 28, 2014
In Grand Prix there's a fierce struggle between two Italian teams, Ferrari and Maserati. A new driver on the scene, England's Mike Hawthorn, joining Alberto Ascari and Nino Farina at Ferrari. After recovering from his serious accident, Juan Manuel Fangio is back at Maserati. Sports car racing was set for a classic year, the Mille Miglia and Le Mans part of a new Sports Car World Championship.
The Racing Years - 1952
3. The Racing Years - 1952
May 29, 2014
In 1952 there was a crisis in Grand Prix Racing. Alfa Romeo retired while they were on top. That left Ferrari and BRM as Formula 1 contenders. Race organizers decided that Formula Two offered more entertainment, so by default it became the World Championship Formula. Sports car racing looked forward to the return of a revived Mercedes; ready to take on Jaguar, Ferrari and Talbot at Le Mans.
The Racing Years - 1951
2. The Racing Years - 1951
May 30, 2014
In Grand Prix it promised to be showdown between Alfa Romeo with their aging Alfetta 159s driven by defending World Champion Nino Farina, Juan Manuel Fangio, and Felice Bonetto, and the Ferrari 375s of Alberto Ascari, Jose Froilan Gonzalez, and Luigi Villoresi. Sports car racing was going from strength to strength. We start in a wintry January with the Monte Carlo Rally.
1950
1. 1950
May 31, 2014
The world's first drivers championship took place in 1950 with the world's most famous drivers. This program covers the main races of 1950; including' The Grand Prix, Belgium Grand Prix, Silverstone; Indy 500, German Grand Prix among many others. Cars such as the Porsche, Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo and Jaguar took part. This is an awesome program for any racing enthusiast.
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The Racing Years is available for streaming on the DigiComTV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Racing Years on demand at Apple TV Channels, Amazon Prime, Amazon, FuboTV and The Roku Channel Free.
  • Premiere Date
    May 31, 2014