Glossary / General

sprint car racing

11 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Sprint car racing involves fast cars that race on short tracks, often made of dirt. These cars are built to be very light and powerful, making the races thrilling to watch.

Technical Definition

Sprint car racing is a form of motorsport that features lightweight, high-powered cars with large wings and open wheels, designed for short, fast races on dirt or paved tracks. It is known for its high speeds and exciting, close-quarters racing.

Hear It Discussed

"...especially they're like, seem to be confused about sprint car racing and I'm like, what?"
(B)aT the Movies: Days of Thunder (1990) Bring a Trailer Podcast 14:37

"...Grand National Super Series, Super Cup stock car series, Sprint car racing. Where's it all gone?"
Stephen Cox TV host, racer and longtime voice of Mecum auctions. CarCast 06:39

"because it wasn't dirty enough, I suppose. [1095.6s] But the Sprint car thing, you do chase significantly. [1098.5s] Yeah. [1099.6s] Well, again, because Dean really loved it"
Stephen Gall | Part 2 - Mr. Motorcross to Midgets & coach extraordinaire Rusty's Garage 18:12