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Why do drag racers spin tires before start?
Spinning tires heats up the rubber, making it more tacky and better able to grip the track.
Why do racers have wider tires if the width of the tires doesn't effect the amount of friction?
Wider tires are better for high speed bends and turns.
What are dirt track racers using on there tires for extra traction?
Depends on the track mainly but cutting proper grooves in your tires is a good start
Does spinning tires in the snow give off thermal energy by friction?
Yes, spinning tires in the snow generates thermal energy through friction. The friction between the tire rubber and the snow causes heat to be generated as the tire spins, which can help melt the snow and improve traction. However, excessive spinning can also result in overheating and damage to the tires.
How much is a ticket for spinning tires?
I just got one for $70
Why do Drag Racers have big rear wheels?
Drag cars have large rear tires with no tread to grab more traction on the track surface. The rear tires also have lower air pressure so when the energy is transferred to the rear tires (as torque) the tires ripple and even more of the tire touches the track for more traction.
What does the asc button on a Toyota do?
Auctomatic Stability Control. It helps to keep the tires from spinning on slippery surfaces. If you push the button it will disable and you can spin the tires on a slick surface if you wish.
What should I avoid when buying discount tires?
Walking into a tire store is often very confusing for those of us who buy tires quite seldom. Many people don't care about tires at all. They just try to buy any of them in order to get at the wheel of their vehicles as soon as possible. However, there is a saying of a famous tire manufacturer Michelin: “So much is riding on your tires”. That's really truthful. Cheap tires can damage a great car and, vice versa, great tires can do wonderful for a very shabby vehicle. There are a few things to avoid when shopping for discount tires. One thing is to avoid no name tires, tires that you have never heard of. Also, avoid tires that have poor warranties. You should look for tires that have replacement warranties such as road damage and vandalisim warranties. Several tires come with lifetime warranties that include everything but sidewall damage.
Why do racers swerve during warnings?
If you are talking about Caution laps during a race, then its to keep their tires at a hot temp to grip the track better during restart.
Can a 1993 beretta with automatic transmission be towed?
Yes. Lift the front tires. The rear wheels are free-spinning.
What do you do when the slip light comes on in your car?
take your foot off the gas, tires are spinning. its called traction control
Why do aircraft tires have to be changed?
To avoid accidents when the airplane is landing.
