Renowned land speed racer Chris Raschke tragically died in a crash while attempting to set a new land speed record at the Bonneville Salt Flats during Speed Week. The incident occurred when Raschke, aged 60, lost control of his vehicle while racing at nearly 280 mph. Fellow racers and the motorsport community mourn the loss of Raschke, who dedicated four decades to racing. Despite the shock of this accident, racing has resumed at the venue, underscoring the resilient spirit of the racing community.