Car Racing

Fans attending an auto race will see a variety of flags displayed. The purpose of some flags is clear. A green flag is used to start or restart the race, and a checkered flag signals the finish of...

In racing, teams and fans want to show support for the drivers. Signs, flags, hats, T-shirts and other items are often designed by a silk-screening shop, and can be quite expensive to have custom...

A demolition derby is a motorsport in which drivers ram their cars into one another and try to be the last car running at the end of the race. While there are varying rules for each derby - which...

A grandstand is a structure of designed for seating spectators. Grandstands usually differ according to the place they are designed for and/or the activity taking place there.

NASCAR, the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, began on the beaches of Daytona Beach, Florida when two vastly different forms of auto racing came together.

If you have a sewing machine, you can make your own custom designed driving suit. The most important thing to consider when learning how to make a driving suit is not what colors or patches you...

Professional stock car racing is one of the most dangerous sports in the world. Each week, countless drivers put life and limb at risk, all in the name of driving fast and entertaining millions of...

Whether you race for fun or are serious about making it a career, you will need sponsors. From derby cars to go karts, late models to sprints, it all requires money. Not only do you need spare...

Interested in finding out about all the bowl matchups this year? The BCS Selections for 2008 have taken place and all of the bowl games have been set for this season. Here is a way to view the...

Sprint car racing is conducted on national and regional circuits in North America. Sprint cars race on small tracks, on dirt and asphalt surfaces. You can purchase gear from racing circuit web...

Would you know what to do if your car, truck or SUV flipped? If you are lucky enough to make it through a rollover uninjured, there are still many safety issues to keep in mind. Taking stock of...

Many odor problems in cars are caused by mold, usually in your upholstery. Perhaps a spill wasn't cleaned up properly, or when you had your car detailed the upholstery didn't dry completely....

If you have inspected your car and found rust on your hubcaps, several methods can help remove it. Not only is rust unattractive, but it will eventually disintegrate the metal in your hubcap and...

If your chrome wheels look dull or discolored, it may be time to polish them to bring them back to their original shine. Your wheels need to be cleaned and polished regularly to prevent damage...

The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) is a huge organization that operates more than 140 tracks across North America. They draw more than 35,000 members and their fans and families to local...

Heading to the drag strip? Many of us do on a month-to-month basis and this is considered a great American past time that dates all the way back to the surfacing of illegal moonshining. There are...

Dirt racing is one of the most exciting forms of motorsports. Sprint cars, stock cars and go-karts all race in the dirt and bring fans to their feet every week with exciting races, high speeds and...

While some racers drag race professionally and earn money from sponsors to buy the best equipment on the market, drag racing also is an extremely popular sport for amateurs. These hobbyists...

An off-road, cart can be thrilling to ride, but building one can be an equally exciting and rewarding experience. No more traffic jams on your day off, no need for a driving license, but just some...

An NHRA drag car has thousands of adjustments that can be made to it. Nearly every inch of these racers can be tweaked and tuned to meet specific needs of the driver, the track and the weather....

Correct tire pressure is essential for getting the best times out of your drag-racing vehicle. Here are guidelines for setting cold tire pressures before a drag race.

If being a fan of NASCAR just isn't enough for you, find a job with NASCAR. This eHow can give you tips on searching for a NASCAR position, as well as finding success in this team sport.

Driving a go-kart in wet weather is challenging. Many go-kart drivers don't like the experience and therefore avoid it whenever possible. Becoming more comfortable with wet weather by purposely...

Use the heel-and-toe downshift technique to have better control while driving your car with manual transmission. Race car drivers use this technique in turns to make faster laps. Brake and...

Hydrogen cars are the automotive way of the future. Since you can't watch hydrogen powered Ferraris racing around the highways...

The unique challenges of race car driving can be difficult for young drivers. A race car travels at speeds in excess of 180 mph with frequent pit stops needed for refueling and tire changes. There...

Race car drivers encounter a number of risks on the track. These may include accidents or run-ins with fellow competitors, engine problems, fires and vehicle debris that are difficult to...

Professional racing teams need to have access to car parts in order to stay on the track. Race cars endure minor body damage and mechanical problems during the hundreds of miles it takes to finish...

A race car needs to have an aerodynamic design in order to stay competitive. Racing teams search for methods of keeping vehicle bodies lighter and smoother than competing cars to gain the slight...

A roll bar is a welded metal frame that is attached to a car to prevent physical harm to passengers. A race car needs to have a durable roll bar attached properly to avoid driver injury during a...

The Indianapolis 500-Mile Race, better known as the Indy 500, is an annual race that attracts over 250,000 people to Speedway, Indiana. Held over Memorial Day weekend, the Indy 500 has been run...

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is a track where some of the most famous car and motorcycle races in the US are held. Located in Speedway, Indiana, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway can hold about...

Amateur drivers and professional racing teams have built race cars since the beginning of the 20th century. The tradition of taking a raw design, compiling quality parts and creating a...

The dream of competing in professional races cannot be realized by every driver. A time arises where each driving team needs to make a clear assessment of its financial situation before investing...

The major obstacle to professional driving for amateur racers is financing. Race car driving costs an exorbitant amount of money each month once maintenance, entrance fees and fuel are factored...

The rich history of racing has left behind many relics for vintage car enthusiasts. Collectors who want to relive the great races of the past can invest in Fords, BMWs and other well-known...

Street racing is not an organized sport with official uniforms or dress codes, but that doesn't mean you have to leave your fashion sense at the starting line. Not only should you look as cool as...

Racing season is great fun. You may not be able to drive in the race, but you can clock the race car and become familiar with the way it's done. Your adrenalin will definitely flow as tension...

It's no secret that excessive weight can slow down a drag racing car significantly, despite the amount of horsepower it has. By inspecting your drag racing car, you can quickly determine how to...

While just about any vehicle can be raced on a drag track, you will need to modify your existing stock car in order to make it competitive. Building a proper drag-racing car is far from...

Whether you're a spectator or a potential participant, attending local drag-racing events can be a fun and exciting way to spend your day. Just make sure to follow the rules of the drag-racing...

Improving a car's power to weight ratio involves reducing the overall weight of the car and increasing its ability to produce horespower and torque. By eliminating unnecessary accessories and...

In drag racing, a bracket race is a race in which one of the competing cars is handicapped by having to start from a further distance from the finish line than the other car or by having the drag...

A drag-racing burnout, where the rear tires spin and create large clouds of smoke at the starting gate, isn't done just for show. The burnout is a very important part of the preparation needed...

Increasing your driver reaction time in a drag race is a vital part of achieving victory, since even a tenth-of-a-second delay can result in a loss of an entire car length by the end of a...

While performing a double-clutch maneuver on a manual transmission for a drag race is fairly uncommon and can easily result in the loss of a race, it is a helpful driving skill to master when you...

While the heel-and-toe technique is not commonly used in the world of drag racing, since it provides its biggest advantages during cornering, it can be used effectively to make smooth transitions...

When drag racing, even the smallest of variables can affect your elapsed time on the track in a big way and make the difference between winning and losing. By knowing how to prepare for a drag...

Speed-shifting is a technique used during a drag race where the driver shifts as quickly as possible to match the rapid acceleration of the vehicle. The secret to performing a speed-shift on a...

Installing a short-shifter for the manual transmission of your vehicle will help you to accomplish quicker and smoother shifts during a drag race. By reducing the distance the shifter has to...