Drag Racing


Drag Strip

Alex Luft

In the automotive world, drag racing is the ultimate test of a vehicles acceleration potential. Drag races usually occur on a straight 1/4-mile or 1/8-mile patch of road known as the dragstrip. This is one of the oldest forms of motorsports, as drag races have been performed almost since the start of the automobile. As it is the easiest type of race to be done, this forms of racing has also taken an illegal route, as many inspired car enthusiasts will perform this races on public roads, which is a highly dangerous activity.

Drag Launch

Colin Smith

Drag races are also commonly performed by dragsters, which are vehicles specifically designed to be drag raced. This ultra high-performance machines are extremely light in weight, and are equipped with engines that are unsuitable for street use. This typed of vehicles are also equipped with parachutes to help the vehicle slow down once it has crossed the finish line.

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