So why should you care about historic racing? Not everyone does, so why does Autosport give the Goodwood Revival, in particular, so much coverage?
For a start, older machines give many motorsport fans what they say they want. Barely a week goes by without Autosport receiving correspondence lamenting hybrids, the move towards electric racing, or the scourge of downforce, and many aren't happy with the proliferation of single-make categories.
But all these things - particularly the alternative-powerplant technologies - are here to stay. That's where the world is going, where the manufacturers are going, and, ultimately, where the sport has to go if it is to survive in the longer term.
To continue reading this feature, subscribe to Autosport Plus
Expert opinion. Technical insight. Unbeatable analysis. Subscribe today for unlimited access to the world's best motorsport journalism.Subscribe to Autosport Plus
- Completely ad-free environment.
- Access Autosport Plus - the best motorsport analysis, insight and opinion.
- No monthly news limit.
- Explore Forix, the world's most comprehensive motorsport stats database.
- Find out more about Autosport Plus
Are you an Autosport magazine subscriber? Activate your Plus account