🏁 On April 9, 1902, Hon. Charles Rolls made 4 land speed record attempts in a 60 hp Mors at Archeres Park, France. His best run—63.10 mph—fell short of Camille Jenatzy’s 1899 record, but it marked a bold moment in early motor racing history! 🏎️💨
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🏁🚗 March 7, 1903: Charles Rolls Hits Record Speed! 🚗🏁

Charles D. Rolls hit 84.84 mph in a Mors car on a Nottinghamshire estate, but he disallowed his own record due to a tailwind and slight slope! True sportsmanship or missed glory? 🤔💨 #RacingHistory #CharlesRolls