McLaren fires up Bruce's first racer

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Today would have been the 82nd birthday of racing legend Bruce McLaren.

The Kiwi's and his team's extraordinary achievements in motorsport during the sixties and seventies - in Formula 1, Can-Am or IndyCar - established an outstanding legacy that continues to prosper and inspire.

For Bruce, it all started in New-Zealand with a trusty 1929 Austin 7.

To celebrate McLaren Racing's founder on this milestone day, Ray 'Tex' Rowe - McLaren's longest serving team member - fired up the bright red little racer.

And went for an emotional little ride around Woking. Check out the video.

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.