1966 Can-Am season

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Racing
gptkbp:broadcast_network gptkb:ABC
gptkbp:championship gptkb:Bruce_Mc_Laren
gptkb:Mc_Laren
gptkb:100
based on finishing position
gptkbp:driver gptkb:Bruce_Mc_Laren
gptkbp:engine_type V8 engines
gptkbp:events gptkb:Can-Am_Challenge_Cup
gptkbp:fan_events high
gptkbp:first_race gptkb:Laguna_Seca
gptkb:St._Jovite
gptkb:Mosport_Park
gptkb:Las_Vegas
gptkb:Riverside_International_Raceway
gptkb:Bridgehampton
September 11, 1966
November 6, 1966
gptkbp:historical_significance influenced sports car design
established Mc Laren as a dominant force
highlighted the importance of aerodynamics
paved the way for future seasons
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label 1966 Can-Am season
gptkbp:location gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:notable_case mechanical failures
several crashes
gptkbp:notable_changes introduction of new regulations
increased competition among teams
increased engine displacement limits
more aerodynamic designs allowed
new manufacturers entering the series
gptkbp:notable_driver gptkb:John_Surtees
gptkb:Jim_Hall
gptkb:Dan_Gurney
gptkbp:notable_teams gptkb:Mc_Laren
gptkb:Porsche
gptkb:Chaparral
gptkbp:number_of_races gptkb:6
gptkbp:preceded_by gptkb:1965_Can-Am_season
gptkbp:related_vehicle sports cars
gptkbp:safety_measures implemented
gptkbp:series gptkb:Can-Am
gptkbp:succeeded_by gptkb:1967_Can-Am_season
gptkbp:tire_supplier gptkb:Firestone
gptkb:Goodyear
gptkbp:type sports car racing
gptkbp:winner gptkb:Bruce_Mc_Laren
gptkbp:year gptkb:1966
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Bruce_Mc_Laren
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5