What education do you need to be a drag racer?
Race track personnel typically only need a high school diploma or GED certificate, but some customer service experience is beneficial.
What is a 25.5 cert?
The SFI Spec 25.5 has been revised, effective May 12, 2015. The newly revised version is designated as SFI Spec 25.5C and is for Full Bodied Car Stock or Modified/OEM Floorpan and Firewall with OEM Frame or Uni-Body Construction – 7.50 to 8.49 Seconds; 3,600 lbs.
What are the different classes in NHRA drag racing?
The four Professional categories are Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle. They, along with Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car and the three “Super” classes – Super Comp, Super Gas, and Super Street – feature a single class of vehicle in heads-up competition.
How do you start a career in drag racing?
Participate in drag races at local tracks in your area. Most tracks have practice nights called “Test and Tune” nights. Practice until you are extremely comfortable with the atmosphere, lights, track and rules for driving on the track. Enter in as many drag races as you can so you have more opportunities to win.
How much is a NHRA chassis certification?
The sportsman chassis tag runs $170, and are valid for 3 years. Or you can capture a professional-level certification for $260.
How fast can you go with a 25.3 cage?
6.50
With the new 25.3 specs however, you will now will be legal to run as quick as 6.50 at 3,600-pounds.
How do I join the NHRA?
For fans interested in becoming a member, or for more information, please visit member.nhra.com or call 800.308. 6472.
How long is a NHRA chassis cert good for?
three years
NHRA requires that the chassis of a race car that goes 9.99 seconds or quicker, or 135 mph or faster, to be certified every three years. This certification is an inspection of the thickness of the chassis tubing with a sonic tester.
How do you get rollcage certified?
To get your rollcage certified, you need to contact one of NHRA’s inspection team members, and set up a time and location so they can inspect the car. In short, there are minimum standards that must be adhered to. A rollbar and a rollcage are both designed to keep the driver safe should an accident occur.
How fast is a Tesla in the quarter-mile?
We tested a 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid, and it reached 60 mph in 2.1 seconds on the way to a quarter-mile pass in 9.4 seconds at 151 mph. That 60-mph time ties the Porsche 918 Spyder and 911 Turbo S, and it matches the Bugatti Chiron Sport’s quarter-mile time, which is the quickest we’ve ever measured.