“Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races.”

— Carroll Shelby

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About Carroll Shelby

Automotive Designer • American

Carroll Hall Shelby was a legendary American automotive designer, racing driver, and entrepreneur. He is best known for his involvement with the AC Cobra and later the Shelby Mustang for Ford Motor Company, which he...

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