How to Win a Demolition Derby

A demolition derby is an incredibly entertaining way to see cars crash over and over again. But there's more to it than just getting in the car and running into people. It takes skill and strategy to be the last car standing and win the demolition derby.

Instructions

1. Prepare your car. There is an extensive list of what can be welded to the car, what is prohibited, what needs to be removed and what needs to stay on the car and be moved to a new location. Weld everything you can to make your car more durable.

2. Keep moving and stay away from the corners of the ring. Drive with the driver's side door out since the other drivers can't hit you there.

3. Take hits on the passenger-side door and keep your wheels spinning. This keeps the damage to your car at a minimum.

4. Make hits as squarely as possible. This is another way to minimize you car's damage.

5. Use the weakest part of your car to make hits--this is usually the rear end. This minimizes the risk of damaging your car's engine.

6. Aim your hits just ahead of the front wheels to take out the opponent's radiator. By hitting at this position you can also take out a tire or an axel.

Tips & Warnings

• When you prepare your car for the demolition derby, follow the rule book. Each race is different and the rules vary according to race and region. Know the rules to avoid disqualification.

• Don't get stuck. Once in a while you'll be able to get out, but for the most part once you're stuck you're done.

• Sandbagging-or driving around without making any hits-is frowned upon by officials and isn't fair to other drivers. It also goes against the spirit of demolition derby. Avoid sandbagging and get in there and hit someone.

Resources

• Get tips and tricks from the International Demolition Derby Association.