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Bruce McLaren

New Zealander · Driver Engineer · 1937–1970

A racer, engineer and team founder whose name became one of motor sport’s great engineering houses.

McLaren’s importance lies in the blend of driver feel, engineering discipline and team culture. He helped show that a racing marque could be intelligent as well as fast.

Why they matter

McLaren’s importance lies in the blend of driver feel, engineering discipline and team culture. He helped show that a racing marque could be intelligent as well as fast.

Notable cars and links

McLaren M6AMcLaren M8Can-Am cars

Related marques

McLaren

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