About Wade Morton
Lived 1889 – 1935 (aged 45–46). Wade Morton was an American engineer and racing automobile driver.
Wade Morton (born Ward Day, March 19, 1889 – February 22, 1935) was an American racing driver.
Morton competed in 17 American Championship Car races from 1922 to 1927 including seven Indianapolis 500 races (three starts of his own and four drives in relief of others). His best Champ Car finishes were a pair of seventh places on the Beverly Hills and Fresno board ovals in 1923.
Morton was also a test driver for Auburn and an executive for Meteor Motors. He was credited with designing Auburn's Cabin Speedster but it is likely that Albert Leamy did the primary design work. He died in a road vehicle accident.
Motorsports career results
Indianapolis 500 results
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Who was Wade Morton?
American racing driver
When was Wade Morton born?
Wade Morton was born on 19 March 1889 in Franklinville.
When did Wade Morton die?
Wade Morton died in 1935.
What was Wade Morton's occupation?
Wade Morton was an engineer and racing automobile driver.
What nationality was Wade Morton?
Wade Morton was American.
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