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dragster

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A dragster is a special kind of car that races in straight lines to see who can go the fastest over a short distance. It’s built to be very light and fast, with big engines and special tires.

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A dragster is a purpose-built race car designed for straight-line acceleration over short distances, typically 1/4 mile. They feature extremely lightweight chassis, powerful engines, and specialized tires to maximize speed.

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