Drag Racing

Drag Racing is a motorsport competition where two vehicles race side-by-side on a straight track to be the first to cross the finish line, typically over distances of 1/4 mile, 1/8 mile, or 1,000 feet.

Races begin with a specialized starting system called a "Christmas Tree," which uses a sequence of lights to signal the start. Competitors aim for the quickest elapsed time (ET) and highest speed at the finish line. A false start, indicated by a red light, results in disqualification.

Drag racing features various classes of vehicles ranging from street-legal cars to specialized dragsters like Top Fuel and Funny Car. The sport employs bracket racing formats that allow vehicles of different performance levels to compete through handicap systems, making it accessible to both amateur and professional racers.