2006-12-24 06:21:25 · 5 answers · asked by ? 1 in Sports ➔ Auto Racing ➔ Other - Auto Racing
It's logical; if the glass breaks with tape on it, then it won't shatter into small pieces. With tape applied in an X pattern, it still allows as much light as possible when the lights are used - for night racing.
2006-12-24 07:24:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As has already been said... with the exception of night racing. Plastic lenses or wire protective covers are used for cars that would be using lights. Track regulations for most tracks (all that I've ever driven) require tape for forward facing glass elements (excluding the windshield). Most modern cars, and certainly most track only cars are outfitted with lexan or similar plastic for the headlights and such (and track only cars that are not intended to drive at night will normally not have headlights at all as this is just extra weight).
Vintage cars with glass headlights that will be driving in endurance racing into the evening, or a rally where lighting is required, will normally use a wire or similar protective covering over the glass. Tape would make the lighting useless.
2006-12-26 12:39:42 · answer #2 · answered by Paul S 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If the headlight gets hit by a rock, it won't shatter. Still get most light for night racing.
2006-12-24 15:58:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just like everybody has already said, the kickup of rocks or even klag (rubber balls) won't shatter headlights.
2006-12-28 09:14:00 · answer #4 · answered by john_f_preston 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the light breaks.. then the headlight glass wont go everywhere... less cleanup
2006-12-24 21:42:05 · answer #5 · answered by pjt123x 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋