Glossary / General

attrition

10 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Attrition means that some racers drop out of the race because of problems like crashes or car trouble. So, the winner is often the one who can keep going without issues.

Technical Definition

In racing, attrition refers to the gradual loss of competitors due to crashes, mechanical failures, or other issues during the event. It highlights the challenge of not just speed but also endurance and reliability.

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"Only one or two minor incidents, but other than that, pretty good survival rate, only a few lost to attrition."
Scramble! Cal Mille! Unlikely Chop Tops! Bring a Trailer Podcast 18:30

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"And now we're seeing attrition, which is amazing. Like we didn't have any attrition forever to see a car break down."
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