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A History of Speed: Rally Racing

Friday, December 26th, 2008

In the opinion of this author, one of the most exciting forms of auto racing is rally racing. Rallying typically involves two classes of car: modified Group A cars exclusively designed for auto racing on the road and Group N cars that are essentially base production cars with few to no modifications.

Rallying takes place on closed roads unless you’re in a James Bond movie. It involves participants racing to a particular point on the road and leaving in regular intervals from set start points. There are usually a number of stages over a set piece of terrain, with entrants usually allowed to scout the track ahead of time to get familiar with the racing grounds.

Rallying often takes place on roads that are quite beautiful and there is a certain element of danger to it that normal auto racing on tracks does not hold. The art of careening down a windy side road or pushing through mud or dirt to get to a finish line may be a harrowing experience for the average driver, but the mentally-tough rally drivers enjoy every minute and so do the spectators.

Whether you’re into rally racing or NASCAR, Indy or Turnersville ARCA Racing, you’ll be sure to find something you like here. Bookmark us today and don’t miss a minute of the action!

Understanding Racing Flags Part Two

Monday, December 8th, 2008

As we discussed last time, racing flags are of the ultimate importance. They are the supreme indicators of procedure during an auto race and understanding their meaning is integral to understanding the sport. 

Yellow Flag

A yellow flag displayed from the start tower signifies a full course caution on oval tracks and a local area of caution on road tracks. If the yellow flag is displayed from the observation post, a local caution condition is in effect and no cars may pass at the corner at which the yellow flag is being displayed. Depending on the type of racing, a sign with SC (which stands for Safety Car) will be used to indicate the presence of a pace or safety car or a pair of yellow flags will be used for a full course caution.

Yellow Flag with Red Stripes

This flag stands for debris or perhaps slippery patches on the automotive racing track. This flag is universal in all racing motorsports and can be displayed from both the observation post and the starting post with the same significance. 

One of the best ways to experience the significance of racing flags is to actually attend an auto racing event. Whether you’re into ARCA Racing at Turnersville or you like the roar of the big engines at Indy, you’ll find a whole lot to love about this exciting sport.