The Racing Years

1954 (1x5)

Air date: Jun 28, 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.