Travel worldwide as we meet the legends and revisit major milestones from the early days of motor racing through the present day.

1950: the world's first drivers' championship with the world's most famous drivers. Featuring cars such as Porsche, Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo and Jaguar, the main races include: The Grand Prix, Belgium Grand Prix, Silverstone, Indy 500 and German Grand Prix.

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1950: the world's first drivers' championship. The main races include: The Grand Prix, Belgium Grand Prix, Silverstone, Indy 500 and German Grand Prix.

Motor Car Racing: 1950

Beginning in wintry January with the Monte Carlo Rally, it's a Grand Prix showdown between Alfa Romeo—with their aging Alfetta 159s driven by the defending World Champion—and the Ferrari 375s.

A Grand Prix showdown between Alfa Romeo—with their aging Alfetta 159s driven by the defending World Champion—and the Ferrari 375s.

Motor Car Racing: 1951

1952: a crisis in Grand Prix Racing. Alfa Romeo retires while at the top, leaving Ferrari and BRM as Formula 1 contenders. But race organizers decide that Formula Two is more entertaining and should become the World Championship Formula.

A 1952 crisis in Grand Prix Racing. Alfa Romeo retires at the top, leaving Ferrari and BRM as Formula 1 contenders, but organizers decide Formula 2 is more entertaining.

Motor Car Racing: 1952

In The Grand Prix, the rivalry continues between two Italian teams: Ferrari and Maserati. 1953 is a classic year for sports car racing, with the Mille Miglia and Le Mans joining a new Sports Car World Championship.

In The Grand Prix, the rivalry continues between Italian teams Ferrari and Maserati. In 1953, the Mille Miglia and Le Mans join a new Sports Car World Championship.

Motor Car Racing: 1953

1954 is a pivotal racing year, with a new Formula 1 using 2.5 liter engines. Defending world champion, Alberto Ascari, signs for Lancia, Mercedes prepares for their Grand Prix return, Maserati debuts the 250F and Ferrari introduces four new models.

1954 was pivotal, with a new Formula 1 using 2.5 liter engines. Mercedes prepares for their return, Maserati debuts the 250F and Ferrari introduces four new models.

Motor Car Racing: 1954

In 1955, Juan Manuel Fangio is back to defend his Grand Prix World Championship for Mercedes, with rising British driver, Stirling Moss, alongside in the W196. The Trident chooses Frenchman Jean Behra is the new team leader, and Ferrari has Nino Farina and Maurice Trintignant under contract.

In 1955, Juan Manuel Fangio defends his Grand Prix World Championship for Mercedes, with rising British driver, Stirling Moss, alongside in the W196.

Motor Car Racing: 1955

In 1956, Mercedes withdraws from motorsport. World champion, Juan Manuel Fangio, decides not to retire and determines his future is with Ferrari.

Motor Car Racing: 1956

In 1957, defending world champion Fangio returns to Maserati and continues his career with the Trident, replacing Stirling Moss. Fangio arrives at the Medina Circuit to try out the latest version of the 250F.

In 1957, defending world champion Fangio returned to Maserati, arriving at the Medina Circuit to try out the latest version of the 250F.

Motor Car Racing: 1957

1958 was destined to be a battle between British drivers Mike Hawthorn, Stirling Moss, Peter Collins and Tony Brooks. Also racing: Ferrari's Dino 246 and Vanwall—with BRM and Cooper nipping at their heels—and Lotus, a Formula One newcomer.

1958 was destined to be a battle between British drivers Mike Hawthorn, Stirling Moss, Peter Collins and Tony Brooks.

Motor Car Racing: 1958

1959 is a dramatic year for racing, with the retirement of both the Constructor's Cup winner and the 1958 World Champion. Maserati is gone, Ferrari is the last of the old guard, and Cooper, BRM and Lotus are emerging.

1959 is dramatic, with both the Constructor's Cup winner and 1958 World Champion retiring. Maserati is gone, Ferrari remains, and Cooper, BRM and Lotus are emerging.

Motor Car Racing: 1959

The 1960s dawns with the Formula 1 scene centered on Britain. Defending World Champion Jack Brabham and Stirling Moss continue their duel as Lotus and Cooper become front-runners. In sports cars, Ferrari is challenged by Porsche, especially in the Targa Florio.

In the 1960s, the Formula 1 scene centers on Britain. Defending World Champion Jack Brabham and Stirling Moss continue to duel, with Lotus and Cooper as front-runners.

Motor Car Racing: 1960

It's 1961. There's a new 1.5 liter formula in Grand Prix racing, and Ferrari is well-prepared with the distinctive Sharknose 156. In sports cars, it's Italy versus Germany; Ferrari versus Porsche.

It's 1961. There's a new 1.5 liter formula in Grand Prix racing. In sports cars, it's Italy versus Germany; Ferrari versus Porsche.

Motor Car Racing: 1961

In 1962, British teams BRM and Lotus, and British drivers Graham Hill and Jim Clark are at the forefront. In sports cars, Ferrari faces less opposition than before, with Porsche concentrating on Formula 1.

In 1962, British teams BRM and Lotus, and British drivers are at the forefront. In sports cars, Ferrari faces less opposition, with Porsche concentrating on Formula 1.

Motor Car Racing: 1962

In 1963, the main contenders are Graham Hill in the BRM and Jim Clark in the Lotus. Le Mans continues to be Ferrari's domain, but Ford takes an interest in racing. The Monte Carlo Rally opens the year.

The main contenders in 1963 are Graham Hill and Jim Clark. Le Mans is Ferrari's domain, but Ford takes an interest in racing. The Monte Carlo Rally opens the year.

Motor Car Racing: 1963

1964 was the high point of swinging 60's Britain, with British teams taking on the lone Italian Ferrari. Ford challenges Ferrari's sports car supremacy, and the motorsport season opens with the annual Racing Car Show at Olympia in London.

In 1964, British teams take on the Italian Ferrari, while Ford challenges Ferrari's sports car supremacy. The season opens with the Racing Car Show at London's Olympia.

Motor Car Racing: 1964

1965: the final year of the 1.5 liter formula. Jim Clark and Lotus have an ambitious grand prix program. Ford pressures Ferrari—determined to win at Le Mans. Jim Clark leads the World Championship in South Africa. Only 35 of the 238 Monte Carlo crews reach the finish line.

1965: the final year of the 1.5 liter formula. Ford's determined to beat Ferrari at Le Mans. Jim Clark leads the World Championship. 35 of 238 Monte Carlo crews finish.

Motor Car Racing: 1965

In 1966, there is a return to power in Grand Prix racing. Jack Brabham is best prepared to dominate the season. More British drivers compete at the Indianapolis 500. Ford makes a third attempt at Le Mans and all of the big names compete in Formula 2.

1966: a return to power in Grand Prix racing. Jack Brabham is prepared to dominate. Ford makes a third attempt at Le Mans. Big names compete in Formula 2.

Motor Car Racing: 1966

In 1967, Formula One is heating up. Will Jack Brabham retain his championship, or will Jim Clark's Lotus win? The Formula 1 season opens with the South African Grand Prix. Team Lotus recruits Graham Hill to join Jim Clark.

Formula One heats up in 1967. Will Jack Brabham beat Jim Clark? The Formula 1 season opens with the South African Grand Prix. Team Lotus recruits Graham Hill.

Motor Car Racing: 1967

1968 is a pivotal year, with the tragic loss of Jim Clark and three Grand Prix drivers. Graham Hill steps up to Jackie Stewart's challenge in the new Matra. Defending World Champion, Denny Hulme, is now with McLaren. The Le Mans race is Ford GT40 vs. Porsche 908.

1968 is pivotal, with the tragic loss of Jim Clark and three Grand Prix drivers. Jackie Stewart challenges Graham Hill. World Champion Denny Hulme is with McLaren.

Motor Car Racing: 1968

1969: end of the Swinging 60s. Jackie Stewart is unstoppable in his Cosworth-powered Matra. Challengers were Jochen Rindt, Denny Hulme, Bruce McLaren, Graham Hill, and new Brabham driver, Jacky Ickx. Ickx, in the new GT40, has the closest-ever finish at Le Mans against Hans Herrmann's Porsche 908.

1969: end of the Swinging 60s. Jackie Stewart's Matra is unstoppable. Ickx, in the new GT40, has the closest-ever finish at Le Mans against Hans Herrmann's Porsche 908.

Motor Car Racing: 1969

It's 1970, and the new decade brings increasing interest in commercial sponsorship of Formula 1. European and South American drivers take on "big names" Stewart, Ickx and Brabham. Jochen Rindt makes his breakthrough with Lotus, and Porsche dominates sports car racing.

1970 brings more interest in commercial sponsorship of Formula 1. Jochen Rindt makes a breakthrough with Lotus, and Porsche dominates.

Motor Car Racing: 1970

1971 brings the loss of Jochen Rindt and retirement of Jack Brabham, leaving Jackie Stewart and his dark blue Tyrrell on the rise. New rivals emerge, most notably Brazil's Emerson Fittipaldi and Sweden's Ronnie Peterson. Porsche, Matra and Ferrari battle at Le Mans.

1971 brings the loss of Jochen Rindt and Jack Brabham's retirement, leaving Jackie Stewart on the rise as new rivals emerge. Porsche, Matra and Ferrari battle at Le Mans.

Motor Car Racing: 1971

In 1972, the rivalry between Lotus' Emerson Fittipaldi, Tyrrell's Jackie Stewart, Ferrari's Jackie Ickx and Clay Regazzoni is intense. The Formula 1 Championship takes in 12 rounds, L'amour sees a famous home win, and Can-Am has massively powerful sports cars rumbling stateside.

In 1972, the rivalry between Lotus' Emerson Fittipaldi, Tyrrell's Jackie Stewart, Ferrari's Jackie Ickx and Clay Regazzoni is at its most intense.

Motor Car Racing: 1972

1973 is Jackie Stewart's final season, and he's determined to go out on a high note. Formula 1 grows with 15 races and new teams, Shadow and Ensign, replacing Matra. Matra concentrates on back-to-back Le Mans wins. The season opens with the Argentinean Grand Prix.

1973 is Jackie Stewart's final season; will he go out on a high note? As Formula 1 grows, Shadow and Ensign replace Matra. The Argentinean Grand Prix opens the season.

Motor Car Racing: 1973

1974 brings many changes in Formula 1. Emerson Fittipaldi leaves Lotus for McLaren, and Niki Lauda and Clay Regazzoni are at Ferrari. Jackie Stewart and Francois Cevert are gone, while Frank Williams continues his battle to stay in the sport. Matra goes for a "hat trick" of victories at Le Mans.

1974 brings changes in Formula 1. Fittipaldi leaves Lotus for McLaren, and Niki Lauda and Clay Regazzoni are at Ferrari. Jackie Stewart and Francois Cevert are gone.

Motor Car Racing: 1974

In 1975, Niki Lauda and Ferrari's new 312T prove the perfect combination. There is plenty of drama at Le Mans as the race unfolds between Mirages and Ligiers. At the Argentinian Grand Prix, reigning world champion Emerson Fittipaldi is joined at MacLaren by Germany's Jochen Mass.

In 1975, Niki Lauda and Ferrari's 312T are a perfect combination. At the Argentinian Grand Prix, world champion Fittipaldi is joined at MacLaren by Germany's Jochen Mass.