La Carrera Panamericana (19501954), is one of the most famous events in auto racing history. All the top racers from the Americas and Europe Along with the worlds auto manufacturers. La Carrera Panamericana became the ultimate endurance proving ground, road race The event was revived as an open road race in 1988 and for twentytwo years has offered both experienced racers and novices an opportunity to experience the thrills and challenges of the original Pan Am. Today it is unique in the world—driving top speed on public highways for a week.