After Danny Thompson's promising first run in his attempt at breaking the wheel-driven land speed record, Challenger II fell victim to engine issues in Sunday's morning's second run. While Thompson is okay, the team will return home to prepare for another attempt at the SCTA World Finals in October."During [Sunday's]...

Danny Thompson has confirmed that his rebuilt Challenger II will make its final runs of 2014 at the SCTA's World Finals event in Bonneville, Utah. The meet begins Saturday, Sept. 27, and goes until Friday, Oct 3."This year's competition has been expanded to a full 'Speed Week' size event, and...