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It most certainly has influenced the cars we drive today. And, on another side, how many people have lost family, or friends to illegal street racers? There is the sponsorship presence which influences our shopping habbits, and, of course, the drag racing industry employs thousands. And, in economic times like today, the value of a classic drag race Chevy, or Mopar, has gained, as our homes, have decreased. So, that would bring retirement, and investment issues into play.
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Where can one watch drag racing videos online?
One can watch drag racing videos online on several websites. Drag racing videos are available on the websites youtube dot com and logotv dot com, for example.
Where can one go to watch trucks racing?
Truck racing is becoming a big part of NASCAR and drag racing. NASCAR Truck races are held at many NASCAR tracks across the country. Truck drag racing can be found at many drag strips across the country as well. Alternatively one can always catch the truck races on TV and YouTube.
Can Chevy 305 be built for drag racing?
Yes, but remember that with cubic inches, comes torque. Torque, and drag racing go together well. However, one of the most famous drag racing cars of the 80's, was the Buick Grand National. In fact, that car stopped production of the Corvette for one year! It had a turbo charged V-6. Chuck......
What is semi-pro in drag racing?
semi-pro is one class under pro.
How fast are banshees?
pretty fast i had one but there just good for drag racing and hill climbs.
How long has drag racing been around for?
It started in California on the beach. they moved to asphalt so they could go faster and get more traction. It started in about the late 20s or early 30s. The Sounthern California Timing Assoc started in 1947 and then the NHRA was founded in 1951. The first official drag race event was in 1953. It may have begun in southern California. The drag racing car can not be attributed to one individual. "Big Daddy" Don Garlits is considered the "father of modern racing."
Why do they call the drag racing cars funny cars?
This is only an educated guess, but back in the early part of the 20th century, the main street in any given town was referred to as "the main drag". Since organized drag racing grew from street racing, if you challenged someone to race from one intersection to the next, you are racing on the "main drag", thus "Drag Racing". Now why the street in town was called the "main drag", well, that is another question to be answered elsewhere. Old Skool Racer
Where can a student get information on drag racing for a school project?
I believe in hands on, so, I would suggest maybe the local drag strip. Guys love to talk about their cars. Drag racers hang out at car shows. Your local Chevrolet dealer probably hosts the local Corette club. Might be one there. There is a great show on the Speed channel called Pinks allout. Great show. Espn usually has drag racing on....
Where can one buy a second hand racing suit?
If one wanted to buy a second hand racing suit, one can look at eBay for listings. Forums which feature drag racing or go-kart racing could helpful. Also, Craigslist, Kijiji, and local classified ads could be of some help.
Is drag racing a sport or hobbie?
It can be both, Baseball, Softball are sports, yet there are thousands of small town and/or inter city leagues that play on a weekly bases, for both sport and a hobby, as in drag racing, racing can be done for the fun and enjoyment, hobbies are activities or interests pursued outside one's regular work primarily for pleasure. There are a select few who are lucky enough to have their work, sport, and hobby be one in the same. It is a sport.
Best car racing game?
There are many car racing games but fast car game is fantastic. Get ready to play a racing game: fast Car Traffic Racing Games 2021:Free car games. Challenging endless racing car racing games for those who love to drive games on the highway with traffic and drag car racing.
Is it true that Caravan Racing is a sport?
I have never heard of Carcvan Racing, I know a few race the Dodge Caravan at the drag strip, but that all, that's not to say there isn't a new sanction just starting out, if there is one its almost unheard of.
