Dr. Henry Bock has passed
Dr. Henry Bock was a key man behind the safety initiative of the modern day safer barrier.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials announced the sad news yesterday.
Henry worked directly for Indianapolis Motor Speedway from 1982 to 2006. He served as the director of track medical.
Read MoreRichard “RJ” Valentine: “Ultimately, it’s up to drivers to decide enough is enough.”
The following is a passionate article submitted by RJ Valentine. He’s a Rolex 24 at Daytona winner who’s since created a safer retaining wall for race tracks across the country. Impact Safety Systems was founded in 2000.
Read MoreThe safer barrier fire at Phoenix International Raceway
Chris Buescher suffered from an exploding brake rotor at Phoenix Raceway. Rotor pieces were sent flying through the hood into the air.
Watch the video below.
With only rear brakes, Buescher stomped the brake pedal for turn 3.
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