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On the surface it just doesn-t seem like a big deal. NASCAR seems very simple. I mean after all, we all drive. They just do it a little faster. Many people get upset at it being called a sport and other such attitudes are prevalent. However, this shows a lack of understanding of the team spirit and skill it takes in order to be competitive in NASCAR.

First of all, this sport requires a team. It takes a Read the rest of this entry »

Although many love the thrill of racing, and watching their favorite driver win the big race, the training and prep that goes into one of these races, is much more than what the average fan may be aware of. The prep for these races goes on for months in advance of a big race, and involves everyone from the driver, the pit crew, to the owners of the racing team. It is not an easy two or three day prep driving around the track and getting in a few laps on the day of the race.Is this new to you? Catch up here Read the rest of this entry »

For nascar and race fans in general, who love the thrill of watching their favorite drivers race at speeds they would never expect to experience driving at, if you wonder what it takes to make those cars go as fast as they do, the answer is quite complex. There are several features in the engines of race cars which would not be legal in a regular car you could purchase at the dealership. These cars are specifically Read the rest of this entry »

There are a bunch of tips of the trade when riding your car on the track or even staying in the pit for a bit to get a refreshed start.

One thing to look out for is your spotter. A lot of times it’s really hard to get movement or see exactly what’s going on around you. The spotter can tell you from a distance exactly what’s going on like how far ahead you are from everyone else, and whether a certain racer is using a method that’s helping him speed up faster Read the rest of this entry »