Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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In this episode, editor-at-large Jethro Bovingdon pairs two legends: the BMW Z3 M Coupe and Tennessee's Tail of the Dragon.

What car would you take to the Tail? Let us know in the comments below.
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Welcome to Road Trip America, Road & Track’s video series that explores the best driving roads across the U.S. Join editor-at-large Jethro Bovingdon as he travels the country with exceptional performance cars, finding new roads, and meeting cool car people on the way.

Historical photo image credits: Getty Images, Library of Congress
Tail of the Dragon still photo credits: Killboy/Darryl Cannon