Hot Rods and Racing Cars #81

Tippy Crandal is captivated by his first drag race and becomes determined to join the Road Knights, an exclusive club led by champion driver Clint Curtis. When Curtis agrees to consider him—but only if he maintains a clean driving record—Tippy sets out to become the safest, most courteous driver on the road, though his well-intentioned efforts on the highway quickly put his membership hopes to the test.

When Clint and Alex break down on a country drive, their tire trouble turns into something far worse—a confrontation with Fang Franco and the Panzers, a brutal motorcycle gang spoiling for a fight. What starts as intimidation and vandalism escalates into a savage beating, but the Road Knights aren't about to let these two-wheel terrors have the last word. A tense tale of hot rod justice that reminds you why staying cool under pressure—and knowing when to let the law do the work—beats throwing fists every time.

When careless driver Flakey Fagen shows up at a slot-car racing track, he leaves a trail of wrecked cars and ruined competition in his wake—and he couldn't care less, since the vehicles aren't even his to begin with. After deliberately sabotaging a young racer named Clint's chances during an official race, Flakey escalates his reckless behavior by backing into Clint's prized hot rod in the parking lot, then uses his lack of witnesses and quick wit to escape any real consequences. Clint finds himself furious and helpless, watching a spoiler get away with everything while the real damage falls on those who actually care about the sport.