Hot Rods and Racing Cars #27

An anthology issue featuring multiple racing stories. The main story follows Pete as he drives in the same car De Paolo used to take the lead at the 64th lap, determined to maintain the pace for 200 laps to win; De Paolo's car hits the speedway wall on lap 111. Another story depicts Ben Pollack in his Cad-Allard leading at the start of a race, while Armstrong drives another Cad-Allard in second place; the two drivers battle for position, with Pollack maintaining first place through lap 15, though Armstrong attempts to pass him. The issue also includes a "Hot Rod Talk" section defining automotive terminology like "pickup," "souping," and "salt flats," with salt flats explained as vast dry lake beds where drag racers set speed records, Bonneville Salt Flats being the most famous.