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Although seemingly fun, drag racing can turn very ugly in a flash. Approximately 49 people per 1,000 illegal racers in the US are injured in drag racing accidents each year. You should never engage in drag racing regardless of how much of a “rush” you feel it gives you.
- Has anyone died in a drag race?
- How is drag racing dangerous?
- What happens if you get caught drag racing?
- Is drag racing bad for your car?
- How many people have died at Cedar Point?
- Why did drag racing go to 1000 feet?
- Is drag racing Illegal?
- How safe is a drag strip?
- Can cops crush your car?
- Can you legally street race?
- Is it illegal to watch street racing?
- Why are drag strips so sticky?
- Is it bad to race a brand new car?
Has anyone died in a drag race?
NBC 7's Amber Frias speaks to two advocates championing for the end of drag racing. A driver in a drag race in Otay Mesa lost control of his vehicle, hitting and killing a bystander, police said Sunday. ... The bystander died of his injuries at the scene, the officer said. No arrests were immediately reported.
How is drag racing dangerous?
Drag racing is dangerous to drivers, spectators, and innocent parties who may just be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Drivers who participate in street or highway races can cause a car crash, strike pedestrians, or lose control over their vehicle and cause damage to fences, signs, buildings, and parked cars.
What happens if you get caught drag racing?
If you're caught street racing, you could face penalties that include: costly fines, your car being impounded (or taken away permanently and crushed), having your license revoked and/or being arrested.
Is drag racing bad for your car?
Drag racing can damage a car that is not perfectly maintained. Typically drag cars will be serviced after each run and will have overall maintenance done to the engine and all moving parts. ... Only a few things will cause a drag car to become damaged, and almost all of them can be prevented.
How many people have died at Cedar Point?
On June 26, 2019, two trains at Cedar Point bumped on the Valravn roller coaster. One witness who was in line at the time of the crash reported, “I felt a huge vibration and crash, people were screaming, and people running out of line.” Fortunately, there were no deaths involved in Valravn's 2019 crash at Cedar Point.
Why did drag racing go to 1000 feet?
Distances. The standard distance of a drag race is 1,320 feet, 402 m, or 1/4 mile( +- 0,2% FIA & NHRA rules). However, due to safety concerns, certain sanctioning bodies (notably the NHRA for its Top Fuel and Funny Car classes) have shortened races to 1,000 feet.
Is drag racing Illegal?
California law makes it illegal to engage in street racing, drag racing or speed contests on public roads, streets and highways. These offenses are punished under Vehicle Code 23109 VC (speed contests) and Vehicle Code 23103 VC (reckless driving).
How safe is a drag strip?
Drag racing is the safest form of motor sport. No bends, no hills, no overtaking, only two cars on track at same time but in their own lane. Even boy racers can usually manage to point their cars straight for 1/4 mile then stop.
Can cops crush your car?
The cops can crush my car, but they can't crush my memories." ... Police need a court order to destroy the cars. They must prove that the serial or identification numbers on a vehicle or its parts are removed, altered or destroyed.
Can you legally street race?
Street racing is illegal in California, usually punishable by up to 90 days in county jail and a fine of up to $1,000. However, penalties can vary, depending on the criminal histories of the people involved, other charges and the facts of the case (we'll get into that below).
Is it illegal to watch street racing?
If you are watching a street racing event or are present at a location where preparations for such an event take place, you are considered a spectator, and according to California law you are still liable for a potential citation.
Why are drag strips so sticky?
Competition drag strips use a resin-based compound called PJ1 TrackBite (formerly known as VHT) that gets sprayed onto the asphalt to create a sticky surface for impressive launches. Hey, when a car's horsepower count is deep into the four digits, it needs all the help it can get to hook up and go.
Is it bad to race a brand new car?
One of the most important suggestions is for owners not to race the engine, meaning don't push it really hard when it's brand-new. The manual also says it's best to avoid driving at one constant speed, either slow or fast, for a long period of time.
