Hot Rods and Racing Cars #76

The main feature "Clint Curtis and the Road Knights" follows racer Walt Evers as he witnesses a terrifying hit-and-run accident and becomes accused of the crime, forcing him to drive desperately to prove his innocence. A secondary story titled "Relief Drivers" describes the history and practice of relief drivers in Formula One Grand Prix racing during the mid-1950s at Monza, Italy, explaining how reserve drivers would take over for regular drivers in case of injury or mechanical failure. The issue also includes a "Treasure Chest of Fun" section featuring various mail-order novelty items and gadgets.