--- product_id: 65873333 title: "Watching the Wheels: My Autobiography" price: "460 kr" currency: NOK in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.no/products/65873333-watching-the-wheels-my-autobiography store_origin: NO region: Norway --- # Watching the Wheels: My Autobiography **Price:** 460 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Watching the Wheels: My Autobiography - **How much does it cost?** 460 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.no](https://www.desertcart.no/products/65873333-watching-the-wheels-my-autobiography) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description 2016 marks the twentieth anniversary of Damon Hill's coronation as Formula One World Champion. For the first time ever he tells the story of his journey through the last golden era of the sport when he took on the greats including Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher and emerged victorious as World Champion in 1996, stepping out of the shadow of his legendary father Graham Hill. Away from the grid, Watching the Wheels: The Autobiography is an astonishingly candid account of what it was like to grow up as the son of one of the country's most famous racing drivers. It also tells the unflinching story of dealing with the grief and chaos that followed his father's tragically early death in an aircraft accident in 1975, when Damon was 15 years old. Formula One drivers have always been aware of their mortality, and the rush that comes with the danger of racing was as intoxicating for Hill as it had been for his father's generation, until he came face-to-face with catastrophe when his team-mate, Ayrton Senna, was killed in 1994. The swirling emotions that Hill was faced with in light of the death of Senna was a defining moment for his generation of drivers and for the first time ever Hill talks candidly about the impact that Senna had on his life, even as he watched his own son step into motor racing. Courageously honest, and hugely rewarding, Watching the Wheels is a return to the last golden era of F1 racing, whose image still burns ferociously for those who love the sport for what it reveals about human skill in the face or near certain death. Review: Truly inspirational - This is a great book. Interesting, enjoyable and honest. Damon not only gives us a complete and comprehensive life story but is totally honest and open about so much more, including very personal accounts of depression and emotional baggage that he carried for so many years following the tragic death of his father in 1975 when Damon was just 15 years old and the subsequent legal and financial repercussions caused by reasons he explains with great candour. That he rose to become a Formula One world champion himself is an amazing and inspirational story. That he still had unresolved deeply emotional issues even during the heady years of his F1 career was very revealing but it is how he has dealt with these and through much grit, courage and determination effectively rescued his family, especially his mother, from the awful aftermath of his fathers accident. I am exactly the same age as Damon and met his father 2-3 times in 1975, one of which was to do an interview with him to the crowd at Brands Hatch and remember later seeing the sheer pressure in his face as he watched his team work on the Embassy Hill F1 car which really struck me, even as a 14 year old. I also remember like yesterday seeing the same TV newsflash as Damon on the evening of 29 November 1975 and reading Damon's memories was quite emotional even for me and this part of the book makes me only begin to understand just how catastrophic this awful night was to be for the family, for so long. Damon handles this difficult subject with honesty, sensitivity and emotion. This excellent book is an amazing story of triumph, against the odds, over this tragedy and demonstrates that however long it might take you can prevail. There is no ghost writer here, These are Damon's words and those who read his articles in a specialist F1 magazine already know what a fine writer he has, and everyone will see the same skills in this book. A great guy, family man, brave, determined and deservedly successful, Mr Hill I salute you. Review: An honest account - In some it was a tough read, lots of death and the passing of great driver's. And a struggle with mental health issues and distraught feelings .Peppered with great highs and massive achievement.A good read in the end ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 301,003 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 65 in Automotive Transport References 70 in Racecar Drivers Biographies 194 in Formula One | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,939 Reviews | ## Images ![Watching the Wheels: My Autobiography - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/913nz-bmkCL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Truly inspirational *by M***D on 4 September 2019* This is a great book. Interesting, enjoyable and honest. Damon not only gives us a complete and comprehensive life story but is totally honest and open about so much more, including very personal accounts of depression and emotional baggage that he carried for so many years following the tragic death of his father in 1975 when Damon was just 15 years old and the subsequent legal and financial repercussions caused by reasons he explains with great candour. That he rose to become a Formula One world champion himself is an amazing and inspirational story. That he still had unresolved deeply emotional issues even during the heady years of his F1 career was very revealing but it is how he has dealt with these and through much grit, courage and determination effectively rescued his family, especially his mother, from the awful aftermath of his fathers accident. I am exactly the same age as Damon and met his father 2-3 times in 1975, one of which was to do an interview with him to the crowd at Brands Hatch and remember later seeing the sheer pressure in his face as he watched his team work on the Embassy Hill F1 car which really struck me, even as a 14 year old. I also remember like yesterday seeing the same TV newsflash as Damon on the evening of 29 November 1975 and reading Damon's memories was quite emotional even for me and this part of the book makes me only begin to understand just how catastrophic this awful night was to be for the family, for so long. Damon handles this difficult subject with honesty, sensitivity and emotion. This excellent book is an amazing story of triumph, against the odds, over this tragedy and demonstrates that however long it might take you can prevail. There is no ghost writer here, These are Damon's words and those who read his articles in a specialist F1 magazine already know what a fine writer he has, and everyone will see the same skills in this book. A great guy, family man, brave, determined and deservedly successful, Mr Hill I salute you. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ An honest account *by K***E on 6 July 2026* In some it was a tough read, lots of death and the passing of great driver's. And a struggle with mental health issues and distraught feelings .Peppered with great highs and massive achievement.A good read in the end ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Compelling read *by S***T on 26 May 2025* This book is a refreshingly honest and deeply personal account of Damon Hill’s life, both on and off the Formula 1 track. It delves into his journey through the sport’s golden era, his fierce battles with legends like Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher, and the profound emotional toll of his father’s tragic death. What makes this autobiography truly stand out is Hill’s raw and unfiltered discussion of his struggles. A compelling read. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.no/products/65873333-watching-the-wheels-my-autobiography](https://www.desertcart.no/products/65873333-watching-the-wheels-my-autobiography) --- *Product available on Desertcart Norway* *Store origin: NO* *Last updated: 2026-09-16*