Imagine the dawn of the 20th century when car companies decided to prove who’s boss on wheels! The first Grand Prix was held in 1906 in France, won by Hungarian Ferenc Szisz in a Renault, who drove for 12 hours covering over 1,200 kilometers! But it wasn’t all smooth sailing – a special resin on the track meant to reduce dust turned into a nightmare, burning drivers and spilling over their goggles. Yes, you read that right, drivers got burns from the road! This race was not just a test of speed but endurance and… chemical burn resistance! Since then, the Grand Prix has become synonymous with automotive passion and unpredictable dangers. Who would’ve thought car racing was once literally a fight for survival? Come on, comment below – would you drive in those conditions or stick to air-conditioned cabins and seat belts?
