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| GLOSSERY of RACING TERMS |
| Aerodynamics: The study of how air and motion around, over and under a race car create pressure on the race car. Apron: The paved portion of the race track that seperates the racing surface from the infield. Banking: The slope of the race track from the apron to the outside wall, measured in degrees. DNQ: Abbreviation for "did not qualify". Groove: The preferred path of a race car on a race track. Also called " the line" Handling: The performance of a car while racing, in reference to the chassis, tires and suspension. These components can be adjusted to suit the driver. Loose: A handling condition which occurs when the rear tires lose traction causing the rear of the car to slide toward the outside. Pole: The lead starting position in a race. Scuffed Tire: A race tire that has already been used. Set Up: Adjustments made by the crew to gain optimal performance. Stagger: The difference in circumference between the tires. On an oval track, it is preferable to have slightly larger right side tires than left to help turn the car. Sticker Tire: A new race tire. The manufacturer's sticker is still on. Tight: A handling condition which occurs when the front tires lose traction causing the front of the car to slide toward the outside. |