Funny Cars

Funny Cars are a form of drag racing that functions with a surprisingly modified body designed to seem like a manufacturing-primarily based automobile but with exaggerated proportions and regularly with comical or humorous paint schemes. They are powered by relatively-tuned engines capable of producing up to 11,000 horsepower, which allows them to boost up from zero to 300 mph in only seconds.

John Force Racing Funny Car driver Robert Hight preparing to do a burnout during the Circle K NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway
Robert Hight preparing to do a burnout during the Circle K NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway (Photo by John Force Racing/Twitter)

Despite their name, Funny Cars are taken very severely by their drivers and groups, who work tirelessly to keep and enhance their overall performance. They are also popular with spectators due to their unique look, superb speed, and the exciting sound and smell of burning rubber and nitromethane fuel.

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So, if you’re searching for adrenaline-fueled, high-pace enjoyment, visiting a Funny Car race might be simply the price of a ticket!

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