You might wonder what NASCAR's rules are, whether you're new or a veteran. Other than the obvious rules, there are important aspects you need to know. These include the Stages, Penalties for swearing and Unwritten rules. This article will cover all of these areas so that you are fully prepared for your race.
Unwritten rules
NASCAR's rules are not written. Omar Little said that each man needs to know his code. The code says that contact with a competitor can be OK but not to cause one. The car's body armor can withstand a beating, and most drivers won't even consider racing if it isn't paintless. If something does happen, it is important to apologize.
Stages of a Nascar Race
A win in a NASCAR NASCAR race has historically been worth 40 points. Stage racing can be a disadvantage for the winners. The stage wins you 10 points, instead of 40. This is why stage racing can be costly for drivers. There have been occasions when drivers finished in the top five of the overall points despite not finishing in the top 10. While the playoff system is designed to reward winning above all else, there are some surprising differences in championship standings.
Points for leading a lap
NASCAR drivers earn points when they win a race, lead a lap or finish second or third in a stage. A stage consists of 3 parts. It consists of the first quarter (or half), the second half (or final) and the third stage. A stage victory earns the driver 40 championship point and five playoff bonus point points. The maximum points are awarded to drivers who win all three stages. Here is the table showing how points are earned for winning each stage.
For swearing, there are penalties
Since years, drivers have been subject to fines for swearing during NASCAR races. Last week, NBC imposed a five-second delay on NASCAR telecasts after Dale Earnhardt Jr. dropped the f-bomb during a postrace interview. The driver was fined $10,000, and 25 points were docked. Other drivers were not able to use profane language even though the penalty was insufficient.
Safety precautions
After Earnhardt's death, NASCAR began to take safety precautions seriously. Drivers were encouraged to wear HANS Devices and had annual safety workshops. Safety manager Tom Gideon flew safety representatives to the track for drivers to discuss the device. The reaction of the driver to HANS was mixed. He felt that the device would distract him, and decrease his chances to win the race.
FAQ
How many different types of car racing are there?
There are two main types in car racing: open and closed-wheel. IndyCar (NASCAR), Champ Car, Formula One and other open-wheel races are some examples. Closed wheel racing includes Formula 3000, DTM, GP2, et al.
What's the length of a race?
Different races have different lengths.
There are endurance races that go on for several days.
Sprint races and other races are shorter.
Which car racing is fastest?
F1 Grand Prix is the fastest racing. F1 is the title given to the highest level in motorsport competition. It includes 10 teams drawn from all corners of the globe. Each team has 2 or 3 drivers.
Statistics
- Petty has won 200 NASCAR Cup Series races, a likely unbreakable record, along with a series record seven Cup championships. (frontstretch.com)
- Forget the 200-mph battles of the late 1980s; no one, not even McLaren itself, predicted the inimitable F1 would go as fast as it did. (motortrend.com)
- According to thepostgame.com, “The Daytona 500 is one of four ‘restrictor plate' races on NASCAR's calendar, given both safety and competitive concerns for the long track and its famous 31-degree banking in its four corners.” (defensivedriving.com)
- According to AutoSport, IndyCar's top speeds are 380km/h or 236 mph. (motorbiscuit.com)
- In 2013 Ferrari had an estimated team budget of $470 million, while elite IndyCar teams have an estimated annual budget of $15 million, according to FormulaMoney. (businessinsider.com)
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