A working-class taxi driver who marries a wealthy heiress, later transitions to factory work and becomes a successful race car driver, facing marital strain due to his career ambitions and subsequent downfall.
The secretary handles administrative and racing contract matters as Franz's career advances.
Scholz works with Franz in the large car factory.
Höxter works alongside Franz in the car factory and racing circuit.
Schmidtke oversees Franz's transition from laborer to race car driver.
Grandmother opposes the marriage due to class and status differences.
Married against family wishes, initially happy but later estranged due to career focus.
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