Bill Adam

Scottish-Canadian racing driver and team owner

Bill Adam - Scottish-Canadian racing driver and team owner
Born

May 25th, 1946
78 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1946, this Scottish-Canadian racing driver competed in various forms of automobile racing. He participated in the Canadian Formula Atlantic series and achieved significant success in sports car racing. As a team owner, he led various racing projects and initiatives, notably collaborating with manufacturers to promote motorsport. His career spanned several decades, contributing to the development of grassroots racing in Canada.

Competed in the Canadian Formula Atlantic series

Achieved success in sports car racing

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