drag-racing
Quarter-mile duels
Drag-racing is a form of motor racing where two vehicles compete to be first across a finish line, typically on a straight quarter-mile track.
The races are brief and explosive, emphasizing acceleration over handling.
Vehicles range from modified street cars to purpose-built dragsters producing enormous horsepower: They spent weekends drag-racing at the local strip.
Surge of intense excitement
- adrenalineEmergency response hormone
- excitementState of eager enthusiasm
- rushQuick sudden movement
- roarLoud, deep animal cry
smoke · flames · speed · power · noise · vibration · anticipation · intensity
Simplest organic nitro compound
- methanolToxic one-carbon alcohol
- superchargerEngine air compressor
- blowerWind-producing device
- turbochargerExhaust-powered engine booster
horsepower · torque · slicks · parachute · clutch · transmission · headers · camshaft
Support or category
- eliminationAct of removing entirely
- qualifyingMeeting required criteria
- heads-upInformal advance warning
- dial-inConnect via telephone
matchup · rounds · sportsman · index · champion · tournament · red-light · breakout
Acceleration-built race vehicle
thrill
Surge of intense excitement
- adrenalineEmergency response hormone
- excitementState of eager enthusiasm
- rushQuick sudden movement
roar · smoke · flames · speed · power · noise · vibration · anticipation · intensity · spectacle
nitromethane
Simplest organic nitro compound
- methanolToxic one-carbon alcohol
- superchargerEngine air compressor
- blowerWind-producing device
turbocharger · horsepower · torque · slicks · parachute · clutch · transmission · headers · camshaft · magneto
bracket
Support or category
- eliminationAct of removing entirely
- qualifyingMeeting required criteria
- heads-upInformal advance warning
dial-in · matchup · rounds · sportsman · index · champion · tournament · red-light · breakout · handicap
dragster
Acceleration-built race vehicle
velocity
Directed rate of motion
dragstrip
Straight track for acceleration contests
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Motorsport on closed courses
NASCAR · autocross · hillclimb · track racing · Formula 1
drag-racinghypermiling
Maximizing vehicle fuel efficiency
precision driving · eco-driving · driving test · parallel parking · cruising
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