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The Science of Speed: Drag & Drafting

Drag & Drafting: Engine power is constrained at superspeedways like Daytona and Talladega, so teams use aerodynamics to gain an advantage. Teams adjust their cars to minimize drag, but then it's up to the drivers to find 'the draft' and to trust the drivers behind them to literally "bump" them into Victory Lane.

 

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Last Updated: Dec 07, 2011