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  Auto racing - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
With auto construction and racing dominated by France, the French automobile club ACF staged a number of major international races, usually from or to Paris, connecting with another major city in Europe or France.
Races are organised by local promoters and all drivers are registered with BRISCA and have their own race number.
Drag racing was organised as a sport by Wally Parks in the early 1950s through the NHRA (National Hot Rod Association) which is the largest sanctioning motor sports body in the world.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Auto_racing   (2114 words)

  
 Dirt speedway racing - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
One of the oldest forms of motorsport and invented in the United States in the early 19th century, dirt speedway racing involves vehicles racing each other round dirt-surfaced lightly-banked oval tracks.
Another type of car raced on dirt is called the late model.
Unlike bitumen racers, the fastest cornering technique on a dirt speedway involves inducing a controlled slide to bring the rear of the vehicle around the bend, then using the power of the engine and countersteering to balance the sprintcar on corner exit.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dirt_speedway_racing   (250 words)

  
 Racing article - Racing traversing Running vehicles boats cars animals horses Greek - What-Means.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
A race to cover a certain distance may be almost any length, and using any means stipulated by the rules of the race.
Running a certain distance is the template of racing, but races are often conducted in vehicles, such as boats and cars, or on/with animals, such as horses.
A race and its name are often associated with the place of origin, the means of transport and the distance of the race.
www.what-means.com /encyclopedia/Racing   (329 words)

  
 Dirt speedway racing
Sprint cars are purpose-built racing machines, with a body design somewhere between a dune buggy and an open-wheel racer[?].
As the cars lack a differential and always drive around the speedway in a clockwise (check?) direction, the left tyre is usually considerably smaller than the right tyre.
Unlike bitumen racers, the fastest cornering technique on a dirt speedway involves inducing a controlled slide to bring the rear of the vehicle around the bend, then using the power of the engine and counter-steering[?] to balance the sprintcar on corner exit.
www.ebroadcast.com.au /lookup/encyclopedia/di/Dirt_speedway_racing.html   (280 words)

  
 Dirt speedway racing -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Whilst there are several categories of vehicles raced, the most prestigious category of dirt speedway racing is that of sprintcars.
Sprint cars are purpose-built racing machines, with a body design somewhere between a (A recreational vehicle with large tires used on beaches or sand dunes) dune buggy and an open-wheel racer.
As the cars lack a (A quality that differentiates between similar things) differential and always drive around the speedway in a counterclockwise direction, the left tyre is usually considerably smaller than the right tyre.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/d/di/dirt_speedway_racing.htm   (258 words)

  
 Learn more about Auto racing in the online encyclopedia.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The first auto race in America, over a 54.36-mile course, took place in Chicago on November 2 1895, Frank Duryea winning in 10 hr and 23 min, beating three petrol-fuelled cars and two electric.
Many single-seater races in North America are held on “oval” circuits and the Indy Racing League races exclusively on ovals.
In drag racing, the objective is to complete a certain distance, traditionally 1/4 mile, (1320 ft, 400 m), in the shortest possible time.
www.onlineencyclopedia.org /a/au/auto_racing.html   (1260 words)

  
 ..:: Xtreme International Ice Racing .:. XiiR.com ::..   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Dirt Speedway Racing became prevalent in England in the late 1920's to early 1930's.
Speedway Racing remains one of the most popular sports in Europe.
In recent years, Speedway Racing has made its way across the pond and is gaining popularity on dirt and ice.
www.xiir.com /info/history.htm   (326 words)

  
 Auto racing - TheBestLinks.com - Motor racing, Automobile, Bordeaux, Bugatti, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Auto racing (also known as automobile racing or autosport) is a sport involving racing automobiles.
The best-known variety of single-seater racing is Formula One, which involves an annual world championship featuring major international car and engine manufacturers in an ongoing battle of technology and driver skill.
Other single-seater racing series are Formula 3000/Formula Two, Formula Nippon, Formula Nissan (also known as the Telefonica World Series), Formula Three, and Formula Atlantic.
www.thebestlinks.com /Motor_racing.html   (1498 words)

  
 Mighty_Midgets_Speedway_Racing - Page: 1 of 22
This was the era, within speedcar racing when a drivers skill was his advantage over his opponent.
When as a youngster I remember the thrill to stand on the infield during a race, at the very edge of the dirt track - the smell of racing fuel, the scream of a midget engine - the speed - I still remember the look in their eyes - all only a few feet away.
If not then sit back and take a look at a rare period in New Zealand Speedway as it was 'moulded' by a handful of drivers, into an era that no longer exists.
au.geocities.com /kssz2/mighty_midgets_speedway_racing001.htm   (224 words)

  
 eldora speedway   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Dirt speedway racing One of the oldest forms of motorsport and invented in the United States in the early 20th century, dirt speedway racing involves vehicles racing each other round dirt-surfaced lightly-banked oval tracks.
Motorcycle speedway Speedway is a form of motorcycle racing which takes place on dirt short tracks.
Mount Fuji Speedway Mount Fuji Speedway is a former Formula One race track that stands in the foothills of the majestic peak.
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 USA Dirt Racing-Speedway Gym
USA Dirt Racing.com would like to introduce you to Russ Bohaty, a long-time racing broadcaster, a former pro hockey player and a Certified Personal Trainer who works with race drivers, crew members and others with a desire to succeed in the motorsports industry.
Wayne was able to race the next evening and he certainly became a believer in stretching and fitness, something he continues to work on today.
Well, the racing season has started with events in Tulsa and Florida, and many racers are looking to put the final touches on their program before starting another season.
www.usadirtracing.addr.com /Columnists/RussBohaty   (6708 words)

  
 ' N.A.S.R ' - National Association Of Speedway Racing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The National Association of Speedway Racing is a peak body for dirt track speedway racing in Australia.
Increasingly effected by many alternative entertainment options, speedway has continued to operate under a collection of independent national and state-controlling bodies who negotiate for their members to race at a large number of independently owned race tracks.
The effects of our ever-changing world have impacted on speedway as they have on other sporting and entertainment enterprises and those with a commercial understanding of sport realize that a more suitable and structured management process is essential if speedway is to maintain any meaningful role in the future.
www.nasr.com.au /what_is_nasr.htm   (248 words)

  
 Murphy Speedway .::. Racing Every Saturday Night!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
After the season opener, only a short time ago, the call was made by track owner, Kenneth Murphy, to postpone the season until further notice.
With all the tracks racing in the Eastern Tennessee area the car counts have been spread very thin.
The O'Reilly Southern All-Star race that was schedule for next month has been canceled and has no rescheduled date at the moment.
www.murphyspeedway.com   (137 words)

  
 Meridian Speedway
Dee won 3 main events and numerous heat races in his 4-year run in the bombers.
Meridian Speedway’s Outlaw Kart and Mini Sprint divisions made their last appearance for the season Saturday night and determined 9 new track Champions.
Kenny Chandler failed to qualify when he broke during hot laps, he was able to make repairs and ran a heat race and the main event.
www.meridianspeedway.com   (535 words)

  
 Raceway Magazine News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
VERNON, NY- An action packed evening of professional DIRT Motorsports action is planned for this Sunday, June 29, at the Utica-Rome Speedway.
The Sunoco Race Super DIRT Series for the Sportsman makes it’s first of two stop at Utica-Rome Speedway this Sunday, and with the recent rainout of the Can-Am tour event, this will be the first event for the East Region.
Utica-Rome Speedway is located on Route 5 in Vernon, just a short trip from New York State Thruway Exit 33, and holds racing events on Sunday evenings throughout the summer with a regular show consisting of 358-Modifieds, Sportsman, Pro Stocks, and Pure Stocks.
www.racewaymagazine.com /June2003/U-R6-20.htm   (492 words)

  
 www.xtremesports.org extreme sports, Speedway Motorcycles, ice racing, grasstrack, awesome, AWESOME, pictures, links, ...
Speedway came to Paso Robles in 1994, 1997 and in 2004 as a class within a flattrack event.
Putty first witnessed speedway in Santa Barbara, the year was 1933 and he and friends climbed the fence of a local baseball park after hearing some noise to see Sprouts Elder's promotion putting on a show.
If the speedway community in the USA is serious about the growth of speedway, then they must at some point forge ahead with the introduction of these bikes.
www.xtremesport.org   (1655 words)

  
 Inside Canadian Racing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The Sprints On Dirt tour, based out of Michigan, make their only scheduled points appearance tonight at the 'Big O'.
All in all it should be a great night of racing action with plenty of cars in the pit area.
Race time tonight at the Ohsweken Speedway [3] is 7:45 PM sharp.
www.insidecanadianracing.com /print.php?sid=2026   (296 words)

  
 The Utica Rome Speedway
Other track champions such as Paul Carey in the Sportsman, Jerry Holmes in the Pro Stocks, Russ Marsden in the Pure Stocks, George Catanzano in the IMCA Modifieds, and Chuck Powelczyk are all also expected to be in attendance to receive their awards.
In addition to the track champions, the remainder of the top 10 in the point standings in each division will be honored for their season long efforts.
All in all, it stands to be a great night to reflect on the 2005 season, and perhaps, to get a glimpse of the speedway’s plans for the 2006 season.
www.uticaromespeedway.com   (326 words)

  
 Griffiths Brothers Racing
Griffiths Brothers Racing is a racing team that was previously known as Sons Of Thunder Motorsport.
The area of motorsport we currently focus on is dirt track Speedway racing.
We race a 1977 CL Chrysler Valiant sedan with a 265 c.i.
www.geocities.com /griffithsbrothersracing   (192 words)

  
 Stock Cars and Dirt Track Racing.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
This page is part of my old content from the 1997/98 racing season: click here to see what's current, including lots of speedway pictures from the 1998/99 season.
While I do particularly enjoy the crash-bang action of the stocks, all forms of oval-track racing are great family fun.
Some pictures showing what full contact racing really means.
www.homepages.kcbbs.gen.nz /~nbree/stockcar.html   (134 words)

  
 ipedia.com: Auto racing Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The first auto race in the United States, over a 54.36-mile course, took place in Chicago, Illinois on November 2, 1895, Frank Duryea winning in 10 h and 23 min, beating three petrol-fuelled cars and two electric.
Other single-seater racing are Formula 3000/Formula Two, Formula Nippon, Formula Nissan (also known as Telefonica World Series), Formula Three, and Formula Atlantic.
Launching its run to 330 mph (530 km/h), a top fuel dragster will pull 4.5 g (44 m/s²), and when braking and parachutes are deployed, the driver experiences negative 4 g (39 m/s²), more than space shuttle occupants.
www.ipedia.com /auto_racing.html   (1338 words)

  
 HAGERSTOWN SPEEDWAY
The annual fall extravaganza at the Hagerstown Speedway brings together the top drivers in the super sprints, the big block modifieds, the late models and the small block modifieds, the top four divisions in dirt track racing.
The annual fall extravaganza at the Hagerstown Speedway with a purse of $125,000 brings together the top drivers in the super sprints, the big block modifieds, the late models and the small block modifieds, the top four divisions in dirt track racing.
Race fans and drivers are making plans for the greatest two day show on dirt, the Octoberfest 350 on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, October 29th and 30th.
www.hagerstownspeedway.com   (477 words)

  
 NARA - North American Racing Association   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will be broadcast live from the Kentucky Lake Motor Speedway in Calvert City, KY this Saturday Night, October 29 as the 9th Annual "Commonwealth Cup" will be contested.
Lexington, KY (October 25, 2005)- With the 2005 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series season finale at Kentucky Lake Motor Speedway this Saturday October 29th, not only will the series championship be decided but several special year long awards will be decided at the final event.
Lexington, KY (October 24, 2005)- The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series concludes the 2005 season at Kentucky Lake Motor Speedway Saturday October 29, 2005 with a fierce battle for the championship between Earl Pearson Jr.
www.battleofthebluegrass.com   (563 words)

  
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Over the last 10 years, hundreds of thousands of spectators have stood up and given the Speedway Sidecar racers standing ovations in Southern California.
Speedway Sidecar racing is a relatively new to the United States.
Brought to this country from New Zealand, it is destined to be the "Action Sport of the New Millennium!" Join the fun and the incredible excitement by following the Speedway Sidecars as they zig-zag their way across California and the nation!
www.speedwaysidecars.com   (166 words)

  
 North Georgia Speedway - Dirt Track Racing at it's BEST
Starting Sept 17th (for the next 2 races) crate engines (GM602 and GM604) will be allowed to run with the Sportsman division.
Non-crate engined cars will be given a 100 lb weight break for the Oct. 1 race.
This is being attempted on a trial basis to evaluate interest, and if successful could become a part of the 2006 rules package.
www.northgeorgiaspeedway.com   (111 words)

  
 Frogtown International Speedway
The race season has concluded for 2005......Many Thanks to the drivers and fans for your loyal support!
Many thanks to the 2005 sponsors and all the track personnel for all their hard work all season!
Frogtown Speedway is located just off Route 37 in Hogansburg N.Y. Action Packed Racing Every Saturday Night May-September...Race Time 7pm
www.geocities.com /frogtownspeedway   (73 words)

  
 BEDFORD Speedway - Welcome
“The Bedford Speedway Banquet is Saturday December 3 rd at the Bedford Elks Country Club...Doors open at 5:00..Dinner catered by 2001 Catering (Joey Del)...Music by DJ-- One Lane Bridge...Cost $27.00 per person.
The Interstate family of businesses have been loyal supporters of the speedway and have been integral in our continued growth.
The Street Stock class will be known as the TC Race Cars Street Stock division.
www.bedfordspeedway.com   (1159 words)

  
 Jackson Speedway - Go Kart Racing at it's Best!
King of the speedway,powder puffs and mechanics race will be held in the league karts.
The speedway hosts a 1/2 mile concrete road course, 1/5 mile concrete oval, and a 1/6 mile clay oval....
Run pratic laps to get used to the go kart, then take to the track with other students for a couple heat races and a feature race.
www.jacksonspeedway.net   (173 words)

  
 IceSpeedway.com(History)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Dirt speedway motorcycle racing has been around in various degrees
speedway ice racing and is an annual fixture on the worldwide motorsports
Ice Speedway is poised to step up to the big time.
www.icespeedway.com /history.htm   (1116 words)

  
 Grandview Home Page
The banquet is set for Saturday, December 17th at the Kutztown, PA Fire Hall.
The change in location and date was brought about because the long time location, Gilbertsville, PA Fire Hall, was having some internal problems and was not...
Feeling it was a time for some changes, Grandview Speedway event organizer Bruce Rogers has announced a number of rule changes for the Modifieds and the Late Model stock cars taking effect for the 2006 racing season.
www.grandviewspeedway.com   (222 words)

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