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Movies such as Fast and the Furious and Need for Speed have romanticized the hidden world of street racing. Even though it looks cool and fun on screen, the truth still remains that this is a very dangerous and illegal sport in the US, which is not tolerated by the police. Here are some things that you might want to know about street racing in the US and other parts of the world.
Why is Street Racing so Popular Among Race Drivers?
When you ask a street car racer why he likes racing in the streets, he would probably smile at you and tell you what every race car driver feels when they are behind the wheel. There is an adrenaline rush that gives the driver a feeling of pure excitement as he tries to speed up and maneuver the car to win the race. The thrill of doing something that is technically illegal is also part of the allure of street racing.
Different Kinds of Street Racing
Drag Racing
This type of car racing involves two or more cars competing and driving on a straight line for a specified distance. The first one who crosses the finish line or outruns the other cars by a considerable margin wins the race. The race cars usually line up moving at normal speed and once they are all ready one car will sound its horn three times. The third horn will be the signal to start the race.
Tōge Racing
Tōge or Touge Racing involves two cars racing each other along a mountain road course. This type of race originated in Japan where races are held in winding mountain passes and roads. Tōge racing is usually done in best-out-of-three format. Car A will start in front while car B will try to follow behind. If car A pulls away at the finish line, A will be declared the winner. If B is able to stay right behind A, then B is the winner. On the next race, B will start in front while A will be right behind.
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