I don't understand it. There are some 20 cars, and they're not starting from a starting line, so doesn't that mean that the racer in the front has a huge advantage over the racer that's starting in the very back?
2006-09-27 11:42:29 · 9 answers · asked by bob t 1 in Sports ➔ Auto Racing
There are time trials to see who starts at what position. The driver and team are rewarded with higher starting position. It would make no sense to have the slow ones in front, it would be dangerous when the faster cars come up thru the pack. There is enough strategy during the race to even things out, like when to pit, should you change tires, making adjustments to the car's handling, fuel usage is also critical. There's always the likelihood of accidents, and a driver who started last can move up several positions or a faster car might be knocked out of the running.
2006-09-27 11:48:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The car in front is not necessarily leading the race. He or she could be on the "tail end of the lead lap." The leader can actually restart like 8th or 10th. Regarding advantage, although the lead car has the advantage of running in "clean air," faster cars or cars with fresher tires can pass him or her. Another advantage if being in the front is you are less likely to be involved in wrecks for several reasons. "The Girl's Guide to NASCAR'' by Liz Allison is a great book for those new to the sport. And it isn't just for girls. (D.W. said it so it must be true!)
2006-09-27 13:26:05 · answer #2 · answered by fordkid14 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are way more than 20 cars, try 40 something. Just because a driver has the lead doesnt mean diddly. There alot of miles in a race and anything and I do mean anything can happen. Such as a wreck, flat tires, blown engine, break trouble etc...... You know who is going to win when the checkered flag falls.
2006-09-27 11:48:04 · answer #3 · answered by shirley e 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
there are 43 cars. and yes, there is an advantage to starting up front, it's an advantage that drivers EARN during qualifying. but these races are long, and there's plenty of opportunity for someone to work their way from the back to the front.
2006-09-27 12:03:08 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
there are between 45-50 cars trying to get in .At least 6-7 are go or go home cars,which means they qualify from the track speed they give,if not enough,they go home,if enough ,they stay,it all depends on owners points,and racers points.
2006-09-27 16:54:59 · answer #5 · answered by malibu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It`s really confusing. F1 rules are very strong but can be understand by looking a few races. Not the same with Nascar.
2006-09-27 15:14:12 · answer #6 · answered by latin_racer0376 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only people that know whats happening with NASCAR is NASCAR.
I know this,"when the green flag drops the bullsh*t stops"
2006-09-27 15:50:40 · answer #7 · answered by blakree 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a race and anything can happen. Checkered flag or crash.
2006-09-27 12:24:39 · answer #8 · answered by Joe Schmo from Kokomo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are actually 43 cars.
Look at this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NASCAR
2006-09-27 14:16:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋