Early auto races include the Vanderbilt Cup, which started in 1904 in Nassau County, NY

The transcript discusses the start of the famous Vanderbilt Road Race in 1906 and highlights how professional racing led to innovations that enhanced the automobile as a transportation mechanism.

What significant event in 1906 marked the beginning of a famous road race?

• The Monaco Grand Prix

• The Le Mans 24 Hours

• The Vanderbilt Road Race

• The Indianapolis 500

How did professional racing contribute to the automotive industry over the years?

• By increasing car prices

• By reducing the number of car manufacturers

• By introducing new innovations

• By making cars less reliable

Which of the following is NOT a result of professional racing's influence on cars?

• Improved safety features

• Enhanced engine performance

• Increased fuel consumption

• Advanced aerodynamics

What was one of the outcomes of innovations in professional racing?

• Cars became less efficient

• Automobiles became more expensive

• Automobiles became finely tooled mechanisms

• Racing events became less popular

What aspect of automobiles was significantly improved due to racing innovations?

• Color options

• Interior design

• Brand popularity

• Mechanism of transportation