McLaren M8B at Texas Speedway
Seen at Texas, the M8B's tall airfoil was mounted directly on the rear wheel uprights (hub carriers), sending the downforce directly to the tires, not through the chassis. This meant the suspension springs could remain supple for good compliance over bumps.

McLaren M8B – Can-Am Crazy

Can-Am McLaren M8B – The Perfect Race Car

Story and Photos by Pete Lyons

Bruce McLaren, McLaren M8B, Road America
Arguably McLaren\’s best-ever car, certainly its most successful Can-Am car, the M8B carried Bruce to 6 victories in 1969, including here at Road America.

Some race cars come off the shop floor ready to win their very first race. One beauty famous for doing so was 1967’s F1 Lotus 49.

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