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Auto racing
Of or pertaining to automobiles engaging in competition that involves the winner being the fastest car to a designated destination.
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did not attend (DNA)
Sports; Auto racing
Denotes a driver who was entered for a race but did not attend the circuit. Sometimes referred to as Did Not Arrive or simply a "no show."
flat spot
Sports; Auto racing
When a wheel locks under braking, the car skids and leaves a flat spot on the section of the tire that was touching the ground at the time.
progressive grid
Sports; Auto racing
Where a category races multiple times at a meeting, the starting order for the grid is decided by the finishing order of the previous race.
slipstreaming
Sports; Auto racing
A car following close behind another uses the slipstream created by the lead car to close the gap between them or pass it. Same as drafting.
ripple strip
Sports; Auto racing
Concrete kerb, usually placed on the inside of a corner, painted in chunks of colour, usually red and white alternately, hence the 'ripple'.
rail
Sports; Auto racing
Dragster (as distinct from bodied car or flopper). From the exposed frame rails of early cars. Usually refers to early short-wheelbase cars.
rail job
Sports; Auto racing
Dragster (as distinct from bodied car or flopper). From the exposed frame rails of early cars. Usually refers to early short-wheelbase cars.
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