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For decades, NASCAR has provided some of the most exciting thrills that racing has to offer. From tracks that are just as famous as the drivers to drivers that have become living legends, NASCAR has something for everyone. Take this quiz and see what you know about NASCAR!
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Question 1
Although nowadays he is a broadcaster for Fox NASCAR, in the past he was a famous driver. He is known for his famous rivalry with Dale Earnhardt. What's his name?
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AChase Elliott
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BJeff Gordon
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CPaul Menard
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DBaxter Price
Jeff Gordon
Jeff Gordon is a former stock car racing driver, currently an announcer for Fox NASCAR and a top executive for Hendrick Motorsports. He raced full-time from 1993 to 2015, driving the No.24 Chevrolet. He has the record for most wins in one modern era season with 13 during the 1998 NASCAR Cup Series.
Question 2
His name is synonymous with NASCAR. His legendary career probably won't be topped by anybody, at least in the near future. He has 200 victories and holds the record for most NASCAR Cup Series wins in a season. What's his name?
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ARyan Newman
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BRichard Petty
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CDave Marcis
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DDavey Allison
Richard Petty
Richard Petty is known for driving the No. 43 Pontiac/Plymouth. He is considered the greatest NASCAR driver ever. Petty holds record for most NASCAR Cup Series wins in a season, most consecutive NASCAR Cup Series wins, and most all time wins at the Daytona International Speedway.
Question 3
Flags are one of the main ways that the personnel of the race track can communicate with the drivers. Take the green flag, for instance — what does it mean?
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AThere has been an accident
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BThe weather conditions are satisfactory
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CThe race has started
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DAll drivers must slow down
The race has started
The green flag is rather self-explanatory and simply means that the drivers can start racing at full speed.
Question 4
Which is the first NASCAR race of the year?
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ADixie Vodka 400
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BDaytona 500
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CFood City Dirty Race
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DFolds of Honor Quiktrip 500
Daytona 500
The Daytona 500 is the biggest NASCAR race of the year. It is also the first race each year.
Question 5
What is the highest temperature that a NASCAR car can reach during the race?
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A100 degrees F
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B130 degrees F
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C170 degrees F
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D120 degrees F
170 degrees F
The temperature in a NASCAR car can reach 170 degrees. Drivers experience between two and three G's when making turns on the track. This is equal to up to three times the force of gravity.
Question 6
This driver didn't earn the nickname "The Intimidator" for no reason. He won a total of 76 Winston Cup races over the course of his 4 decade career. Can you name him?
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ASterling Marlin
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BRicky Rudd
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CDale Earnhardt
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DJimmy Spencer
Dale Earnhardt
Dale Earnhardt was an American stock car driver and team owner. He has a total of 75 Winston Cup race wins and also earned seven Winston Cup championships - a record tied with Richard Petty and Jimmie Johnson.
Question 7
This driver, otherwise known as "Smoke", became the ninth driver to win three championships with his come-from-behind 2011 title. In total he has won the championship three times. What's his name?
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ATony Stewart
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BTom Flock
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CJim Paschal
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DKyle Busch
Tony Stewart
Tony Stewart is a semi-retired stock car racing driver and current NASCAR team owner. He is a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion as a driver, winning titles in 2002, 2005, and 2011. As a team owner, he has won NASCAR Cup titles in 2011 with himself and in 2014 with Kevin Harvick as driver. Steward is the only driver in history to win a championship in both IndyCar and NASCAR.
Question 8
The spotter is one of the NASCAR driver's best friends and aides. What is the spotter's main task?
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ATo perform CPR in case of a crash
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BTo update the driver on the race situation
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CTo coordinate the pit stop repairs
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DTo replace the driver if they're too tired to continue
To update the driver on the race situation
The spotters is a driver's eyes, ears, and brain — they monitor the race from the boxes and communicate with the driver about the situation on the race track and strategy.
Question 9
He is an American auto racing driver who competes in the IndyCar Series driving the No. 48 Honda. He is also a seven time NASCAR Cup Series champion, as he competed full-time from 2002 to 2020, driving the No. 48 Chevrolet. What's his name?
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ATim Richmond
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BDarel Dieringer
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CJimmie Johnson
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DBob Welborn
Jimmie Johnson
Jimmie Johnson seven cup championships, five of which are consecutive, is a record tied with Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt for the most all time. His successes have caused analysts and fellow drivers to consider Johnson as one of the greatest NASCAR drivers of all time.
Question 10
With those mighty engines, NASCAR vehicles are certainly not the lightest in motorsport. Moreover, their weight is regulated. What is the average weight of a NASCAR car?
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A3,200 lbs
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B3,600 lbs
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C2,500 lbs
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D2,900 lbs
3,200 lbs
The NASCAR rules say the car's weight should be under 3,400 lbs for it to be eligible to compete. However, manufactures do their best to achieve at least some degree of weight reduction. As a result, most NASCAR racers weigh in at around 3,200 pounds.
Question 11
This driver, known as "The Closer", drives the Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing. He won the 2014 Cup Series. What's his name?
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ARon Bouchard
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BEarl Balmer
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CTom Pistone
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DKevin Harvick
Kevin Harvick
Kevin Harvick competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series driving the No. 4 Ford Mustang. He is the 2014 NASCAR Cup Series champ, as well as the 2001 and 2006 Xfinity Series champion, and 2007 Daytona 500 winner. He holds the all-time record for Cup Series wins at Phoenix Raceway with nine wins.
Question 12
This driver competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series and drives the No. 11 Toyota Camry. He is the first rookie to qualify for Chase the Nextel Cup. Who is he?
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AJordan Anderson
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BBob Barron
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CTom Cox
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DDenny Hamlin
Denny Hamlin
Denny Hamlin hasn't been able to capture a championship yet, but among drivers who have competed full-time at any point in their careers, he is the winningest non-champion of all time. He is a three-time Daytona winner and two-time Southern 500 winner. In fact, only four other drivers have won both races multiple times.
Question 13
Who is generally regarded as the greatest driver in the history of NASCAR?
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AJeff Gordon
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BDavid Pearson
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CKevin Harvick
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DRichard Petty
Richard Petty
Richard Petty is the greatest driver in the history of NASCAR. He won 200 NASCAR races. In fact, he won the Daytona 500 a total of seven times. Richard Petty invented the window net to help protect the drivers' arms during a crash. All-in-all, he remains unmatched in the history of the sport.
Question 14
This driver competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 2 Ford Mustang for Team Penske, and part time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the No. 12 Mustang. What's his name?
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ATony Stewart
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BBrad Keselowski
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CHerb Thompson
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DNed Jarrett
Brad Keselowski
Brad Keselowski began his NASCAR career in 2004, and he is the second of only four drivers that have won a championship in both the Cup Series and the Xfinity Series. He is also the owner and founder of Keselowski Advanced Manufacturing, a hybrid car company based in North Carolina.
Question 15
Many movies have been made involving NASCAR racing. Which one of these films features two NASCAR drivers that make cameos?
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ABaby Driver
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BTalladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
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CFord v Ferrari
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DDays of Thunder
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
While all these movies are about cars, only <i>Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby</i> is about two drivers, Jamie McMurray and Dale Earnhardt, who make cameos, as do the broadcasting teams from Fox News and NBC.
Question 16
This driver has won the 1984 NASCAR Cup Series as Rookie of the Year and the 1989 NASCAR Winston Cup Championship. What's his name?
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ARex White
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BRusty Wallace
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CJimmie Johnson
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DLee Petty
Rusty Wallace
Rusty Wallace has a total of 55 wins, in addition to winning the championship in 1989. He also recorded a 10-win season in just 30 races in 1993, but came up just shy to Earnhardt in the title fight.
Question 17
Although a long time ago, this driver competed in just 560 races, yet scored 83 wins. He won three consecutive championships in 1976, 1977, and 1978. What's his name?
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AMark Martin
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BKevin Harvick
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CBobby Isaac
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DCale Yarborough
Cale Yarborough
Cale Yarborough is one of only two drivers to win more than two consecutive championships, as he won all three of his titles in a row from 1976 to 1978. But more than that, he had tons of success throughout his entire career, securing 15 multi-win seasons outside of that three year stretch.
Question 18
This driver is only 35 years old, but has a career that many would envy. He has 57 wins to his name and is a two-time champion. Across all three of NASCAR's national series, he holds an all-time record of 213 victories. What's his name?
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ARichard Petty
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BDavid Pearson
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CKyle Busch
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DDarryl Waltrip
Kyle Busch
Kyle Busch, as of 2021, competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series driving the No.18 Toyota Camry for Joe Gibbs Racing. Busch is the younger brother of Kurt Busch. Kyle holds the record for most all-time wins in all three of NASCAR's national touring series with 213 wins as of October 28, 2020.
Question 19
Nicknamed "Sliced Bread," this driver won the Nationwide Series at only 18 years of age. He drives the Ford Mustang GT for Team Penske. What's his name?
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ABenny Parsons
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BJoey Logano
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CMatt Kenseth
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DJack Smith
Joey Logano
Joey Logano's first major NASCAR win came during the Meijer 300 at Kentucky Speedway in just his third start in the 2008 Nationwide Series. He became the youngest driver to win the race at just 18 years old.
Question 20
The cabin of a NASCAR race car can get very hot during the race. As a result, the drivers sweat quite excessively. Just how much liquid can a NASCAR driver lose during a race?
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ABetween 3 and 4 pounds
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BAround 1 pound
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CAround 5 pounds
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DAround 2 pounds
Between 3 and 4 pounds
To qualify to be a NASCAR driver, one must not only have excellent driving skills — but also physical endurance. The heat inside the cabin alone can cause the driver to lose between 3 and 4 pounds of water.
Question 21
This driver is also known as an author, analyst, and former national television broadcaster. He raced from 1972 to 2005 in the former NASCAR Winston Cup Series. He is known for driving the No. 17 Chevrolet. What's his name?
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ADenny Hamlin
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BFred Lorenzen
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CDarrell Waltrip
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DCarl Edwards
Darrell Waltrip
Darrell Waltrip had a record of 22 top five finishes in 1983 and 21 top five finishes in both 1981 and 1986. He won the '84 NASCAR Cup Series races, including the '89 Daytona 500, a record for that time.
Question 22
Here's another legend of NASCAR racing, although he died early in a car crash. This driver won the 1957 Grand National Series Most Popular Driver and was a Daytona 500 champion for three consecutive years. What's his name?
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AElias Bowie
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BElmer Cooper
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CErnie Derr
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DFireball Roberts
Fireball Roberts
Fireball Roberts, born Edward Glenn Roberts, has never been crowned a NASCAR Cup Series champion, but that's because his life was cut short during a race. However, he still managed to rack up 33 wins.
Question 23
Which is the most popular and largest NASCAR series today?
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AThe Camping World Truck Series
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BThe Xfinity Series
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CThe NASCAR Cup Series
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DARCA Menards Series
The NASCAR Cup Series
The most popular series in NASCAR is The NASCAR Cup Series, which used to be called the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. This series is followed by the Xfinity Series and the Camping World Truck Series.
Question 24
This is the car that made Dale Earnhardt a legend of NASCAR racing. It helped him win 11 races and his third championship. No wonder the car has gained cult status. Can you guess its name?
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AOldsmobile Series 98
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BFord Galaxie
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CHudson Hornet
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DMonte Carlo SS Aerocoupe
Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe
"Win on Sunday, sell on Monday" wasn't just another advertising tagline. It truly portrayed how races affected sales. In 1986, the Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe made history in NASCAR. The NASCAR package included a more aerodynamic nose, new mirrors, and stiff rear suspension. Nowadays, it's considered a rare and expensive gem of a car.
Question 25
If you've read our introduction, you'll already know this, but where are the NASCAR headquarters located?
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ADaytona Beach, Florida
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BCharlotte, North Carolina
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CMobile, Alabama
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DChicago, Illinois
Daytona Beach, Florida
The main headquarters of NASCAR are located in Daytona Beach, Florida — even though the Association has locations and oversees events all over the United States.
Question 26
After racing the 2007 Craftsman Truck and Busch series, this car helped its foreign manufacturer win three championships. Can you guess its name?
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AToyota Camry
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BLexus IS300
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CDatsun 240Z
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DToyota GR Supra
Toyota Camry
Foreign manufacturers have had a hard time succeeding in NASCAR. But not Toyota. The Camry, specifically, has 148 wins. In 2008, when it won its first championship, the Camry was driven by Kyle Busch for Joe Gibbs Racing.
Question 27
It's hard to overstate NASCAR's popularity in the US — only one sport is more popular than the iconic racing series. Which one?
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ABaseball
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BFootball
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CBasketball
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DSoccer
Football
The only sport in the United States with more fans than NASCAR is professional football. As you can see, NASCAR is part of the American identity.
Question 28
This driver is the 2017 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series champion and a two time Xfinity Series champion. What's his name?
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AErik Jones
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BJack Smith
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CMartin Truex Jr.
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DJimmie Johnson
Martin Truex Jr.
Martin Lee Truex Jr. is an American professional stock car racer who has won two consecutive championships in 2004 and 2005. He has competed in 552 races over 18 years and his best finish was 1st in 2017.
Question 29
A lot is expected from this driver in the future. In 2016, when he was considered a rookie, he won the Nationwide Series. What's his name?
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AMartin Truex Jr.
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BChase Elliott
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CDavid Ragan
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DReed Sorenson
Chase Elliott
Chase Elliott began racing in the Cup Series on a full-time basis in 2016, during which he was named the 2016 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Rookie of the Year. In 2020, he won the Cup Series championship, the first for Hendrick Motorsports since 2016.
Question 30
He was a former stock car racing driver and owner. He was the founder of the famous Alabama Gang. He won the 1983 Winston Cup champion and the Daytona 500 in 1978, 1982, and 1988. What's his name?
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ATiny Lund
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BJack Smith
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CBobby Allison
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DHarry Gant
Bobby Allison
Bobby Allison's brother Donnie and his sons, Clifford and Davey, were also prominent drivers. In fact, Bobby's and Donnie's fistfight with Cale Yarborough at the 1979 Daytona 500 has been credited with exposing NASCAR to a nationwide audience.
Question 31
This driver has won 16 Most Popular Driver awards. Not even Dale Earnhardt Jr. can top that! What's his name?
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AWendell Scott
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BJ.D. McDuffie
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CBill Elliott
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DBobby Allison
Bill Elliott
Bill Elliott, also often called "Awesome Bill from Dawsonville", has competed in NASCAR as recently as August of 2019, but he retired from full-time Cup Series competition after the 2003 season. He won 44 races, including the Daytona 500 twice, the Southern 500 three times, and the Brickyard 400 once.
Question 32
NASCAR is known for its incredible commitment to drivers' safety. Who was the last driver to be fatally injured in an accident during a NASCAR race?
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AErnie Irvan
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BDale Earnhardt Sr.
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CLee Petty
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DNeil Bonnett
Dale Earnhardt Sr.
The last driver to be fatally injured in a NASCAR accident was Dale Earnhardt Sr. way back in February 2001. Earnhardt was involved in a three car crash on the final lap of the race in the 2001 Daytona 500. Thankfully no drivers have been killed in a race since.
Question 33
How many laps are there in the Daytona 500?
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A150 laps
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B10 laps
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C200 laps
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D100 laps
200 laps
The Daytona 500 race has been dubbed as "The Great American Race" or the "Super Bowl of Stock Car Racing". The race requires driver to do 200 laps around the 2.5 miles race track to complete.
Question 34
This driver never competed full-time. Nevertheless, he still retired from NASCAR with 50 wins. In the '80s he won the championship as a team owner. What's his name?
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AClint Bowyer
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BJunior Johnson
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CBobby Labonte
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DNeil Bonnett
Junior Johnson
Junior Johnson was a NASCAR driver of the 1950s and 1960s. He won 50 NASCAR races in his career before retiring in 1966. In the '70s he became a NASCAR racing team owner, winning the championship with Cale Yarborough and Darrell Waltrip.
Question 35
This driver competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 1 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Chip Ganassi Racing. What's his name?
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ARyan Newman
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BSpeedy Thomson
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CKurt Busch
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DDavey Allison
Kurt Busch
Kurt Busch is the older brother of two-time NASCAR champion, Kyle Busch. He is the winner of thirty-two Cup races, and won his first season using the "Chase for the Cup" points format. In 2006, he became one of only 35 drivers to win races in all three NASCAR divisions.
Question 36
This driver is truly legendary. He won 46 races, including three big races. What's his name?
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ABuck Baker
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BGreg Biffle
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CHarry Gant
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DJimmy Means
Buck Baker
Buck Baker was one of NASCAR's pioneers, and his career was quite unique when compared to a number of other early drivers. He has recorded a back-to-back double-digit wins in two seasons, and there are only eight other driverswho have been to do that.
Question 37
The king of NASCAR, Richard Petty spent his final 10 years inside this car. During that time, he scored five wins, the most notable being his 200th victory. Can you guess its name?
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AMG T-type
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BBuick Somerset
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CPontiac Grand Prix
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DChevrolet Impala
Pontiac Grand Prix
The Pontiac Grand Prix was produced from 1962 until 2008 as a sedan. In NASCAR, however, the car was a dream come true. Besides Richard Petty, Kyle Petty and Fireball Roberts drove the Grand Prix to victory. In total, the various models of the Grand Prix have scored 155 wins!
Question 38
This car was a highly modified, short-lived version of its production version. Its design was a response to its primary rival, the Ford Torino. What's its name?
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ABuick Gran Sport
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BPlymouth Superbird
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CChevrolet Camaro ZL1
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DFord Torino
Plymouth Superbird
The Plymouth Superbird was a legend of NASCAR racing in the late '70s. Driven by Richard Petty, the car scored countless wins. The Superbird was equipped with the famous 7.0 liter Hemi engine which produced 425 horsepower and could accelerate from 0 to 60mph in only 5.5 seconds. Amazing!
Question 39
This iconic car raced in 1952 and 1954. Throughout those years it won 66 races, a record for the time. The car was driven by the legendary Herb Thomas. What's it called?
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AAustin Healey Sprite
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BAMC Matador
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CFord Coupe
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DHudson Hornet
Hudson Hornet
The Hudson Hornet was introduced in 1951 as a full-sized automobile. It started participating in NASCAR in 1952 with Hudson being the first automobile manufacturer to participate in stock racing. The Hornet proved to be a gem and it is remembered to this day.
Question 40
NASCAR races usually happen on Sundays. However, that doesn't mean that the teams and the racers are idle for the rest of the week. What happens at a NASCAR race track on, say Wednesdays and Tuesdays?
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AThe teams mingle and party with each other
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BThe race track is repaved
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CNothing happens and the racers just rest before the main race
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DThe race cars are tested
The race cars are tested
Preparation is key to winning a race — that's why NASCAR teams start testing out their vehicles well before the actual races, usually on Wednesdays and Tuesdays.
Question 41
There are many racing circuits across the US that host NASCAR races. However, only one of them has the privilege of only hosting one race — once per season. Which circuit is that?
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ADaytona International Speedway
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BIndianapolis Motor Speedway
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CAutodrome Chaudière
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DBristol Motor Speedway
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Also known as The Brickyard because of the portion of the track that's paved with bricks, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is widely considered to be the holy grail of all NASCAR race tracks. One of the largest sports venues in the world, it also hosts the famous Indy 500 racing series for Indycars.
Question 42
This car was introduced in 2011, but its NASCAR version only succeeded in 2013 with Brad Keselowski as its driver. Can you name it?
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AFord Fusion
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BFord Focus
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CFord Galaxie
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DMercury Montego
Ford Fusion
The current version of the Ford Fusion, or more precisely the Gen 6, is generally considered an average stock car. However, its 2013 model rises above the rest. The Miller Lite Ford was colored in dark blue and white as a tribute to the Rusty Wallace from the late '90s.
Question 43
Usually, engines can last for decades. However, NASCAR engines don't last for so long. For how many seasons do they last?
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ADecades
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BOnly one race
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CThree seasons
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DFive years
Only one race
NASCAR engines only last one race. After 200 laps in the Daytona 500, the engine is basically worn out and can no longer provide the full power needed to make the incredible speeds.
Question 44
Stripes on the body of a racecar can have multiple meanings. In NASCAR, a specific color is reserved for rookie drivers. What color is that?
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AYellow
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BBlack
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CBlue
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DOrange
Yellow
First-year drivers — also known as rookie drivers — must have yellow stripes adorn their vehicles. This is to let the spectators and other drivers know that while that driver might be a rising start, they might not yet be so experienced.
Question 45
This driver was known not only as a champion but also for his calm personality. He was called "The Gentleman". He ended his career with 50 wins in only 352 starts. What's his name?
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ABobby Isaac
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BJunior Johnson
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CNelson Stacy
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DNed Jarrett
Ned Jarrett
Ned Jarrett is an American retired race car driver and two-time NASCAR Grand National Series champion. He was best known for his calm demeanor and he became known as "Gentleman Ned Jarrett".
Question 46
What kind of a qualifications does a NASCAR driver need to have?
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ADriver's license
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BPass a drug test
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CPass a physical test
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DB and C
B and C
Weirdly enough, a NASCAR driver doesn't need a driver's license to race. Nevertheless, he must pass a drug and physical test.
Question 47
Driven by Cale Yarborough, this car won the Daytona 500 and the championship in 1968, thanks to its aerodynamic body. Can you guess its name?
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ANash Ambassador
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BAMC Matador
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CAustin Healey Sprite
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DMercury Montego
Mercury Montego
The Mercury Montego had the same body as the fastback Fairlane. However, it proved to be much slicker and more successful, thanks to its aerodynamic body. The car scored 47 wins in total and also won the Daytona 500.
Question 48
This car was built by the legendary Banjo Matthew for Junior Johnson. It was driven by Cale Yarborough and it helped him win the championship in 1978. What's its name?
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AFord Mustang
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BOldsmobile Cutlass
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CChevrolet Silverado
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DChrysler Imperial
Oldsmobile Cutlass
The Oldsmobile Cutlass was introduced in 1961 but only became a NASCAR icon in 1977 when it entered the race with Cale Yarborough behind the wheel. The Cutlass was instrumental for Cale, as it helped him win the championship.
Question 49
He is the father of NASCAR's all-time most successful driver. As a racer however, he was one of NASCAR's pioneers and one of its first superstars. He had a total of 54 wins, while competing in only 427 races. What's his name?
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ABuddy Baker
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BTerry Labonte
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CJeff Burton
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DLee Petty
Lee Petty
Lee Petty is the father of Richard Petty and the one who established the Petty name in stock car racing. He didn't only win races, but championships too. He won back-to-back titles in 1958 and 1959 after winning his maiden title in 1954. His consecutive titles made him the first driver to win three.
Question 50
All motorsport associations try to make their sport safer for the drivers — and NASCAR is no exception. What specific safety measure was introduced in 1994 on all NASCAR cars?
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APlexiglass windows
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BRacing cages
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CRoof flaps
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DAirbags
Roof flaps
Introduced in 1994, the roof flaps are intended to help control the airflow around the car at high speeds and prevent the cars from flipping. Needless to say, since their introduction, the flaps saved countless lives.
Question 51
NASCAR is a popular sport all across the Southern US — and beyond! However, one place, in particular, is specifically known as the home of NASCAR — or "NASCAR Valley". Which one?
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ADaytona Beach, Florida
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BBaton Rouge, Louisiana
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CCharlotte, North Carolina
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DAtlanta, Georgia
Charlotte, North Carolina
NASCAR was born in Charlotte — and it still remains an important part of the city's culture and economy. In fact, 73% of all American motorsport professionals are employed in Charlotte.
Question 52
The 1970 Rebel 400 was a NASCAR event that is known for a crash involving Richard Petty. What did he inspire NASCAR to do?
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AImplement safety belt
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BImplement airbags
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CImplement traction control
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DImplement window nets
Implement window nets
Richard Petty's crash inspired NASCAR to implement the window net, a mandatory safety feature in NASCAR vehicles. The window net protects the driver from flying debris and it contains their arms.
Question 53
NASCAR engines need a specific, high-performance fuel to operate. What is the octane rating of the gasoline that is used in NASCAR?
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A98 octane
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B96 octane
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C95 octane
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D91 octane
98 octane
NASCAR cars use a specifically modified fuel called 98 octane. The fuel is the same in all NASCAR vehicles despite the fact that the fuel comes from different sponsoring companies of individual NASCAR teams.
Question 54
Yet another driver who didn't compete full time in NASCAR, but still achieved a lot. He competed for the original Chevrolet racing team and won the 1960 Grand National Series. What's his name?
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ADale Earnhardt
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BRicky Craven
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CKyle Petty
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DRex White
Rex White
Rex White competed in only 233 races, but won 28 of them, giving him an impressive 12.02% win percentage. Only 10 other drivers have a percentage higher than him.
Question 55
This car was the company's first entry into NASCAR and as such, it raised a few eyebrows. After all, the company wasn't known for having a racing reputation. Can you guess its name?
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AChevrolet Beretta
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BMG Motor T-Type
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CPorsche 356
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DAMC Matador
AMC Matador
When the AMC Matador entered the NASCAR competition, it was scoffed at. However, the car managed to win a few important races and it acquired a fan following of its own. After all, we can't help but root for the underdog.
Question 56
This iconic car was driven by the likes of Bobby Allison, Terry La Bonte, and Tim Richmond. In fact, even Richard Petty won the 1981 Daytona 500 with it. What's its name?
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APlymouth Savoy
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BBuick Regal
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CChrysler Imperial
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DMercury Cougar
Buick Regal
The Buick Regal was introduced in 1973, but it wasn't until 1978 that the car became a NASCAR legend. The major facelift in 1981 gave the Regal a more aerodynamic profile and helped it win the 1981 Daytona 500 with Richard Petty as its driver. The car also won the manufacturer's title in 1981 and 1982.
Question 57
He is the driver most famously known for driving the red Dodge Charger, with which he won the Grand National Series in 1970. What's his name?
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AJack Smith
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BPaul Goldsmith
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CBobby Isaac
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DJeff Burton
Bobby Isaac
Bobby Isaac made his first NASCAR appearance in 1961, and quickly forged a reputation of being one of the toughest competitors of the 1960s and 1970s. For his achievements, Isaac was named one of NASCAR's 50 Greatest Drivers and was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Question 58
Before this car debuted in the TV Series Burn Notice, it was already a star thanks to Richard Petty. Can you name it?
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ADodge Challenger R/T
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BDodge Charger SRT Hellcat
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CDodge Charger Daytona
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DDodge Aspen
Dodge Charger Daytona
The Dodge Charger Daytona is not only one of the most famous Dodge cars ever, but also one of the most popular in NASCAR history. Remember, NASCAR had to ban it because it was so powerful and no other car could compete with it.
Question 59
Some 60 years ago, when NASCAR racing had just started, Frank Mundy drove this car to a pair of wins for the 1963 season. Can you guess its name?
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AStudebaker Gran Turismo Hawk
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BPackard V8
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CFord Galaxie
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DPlymouth Savoy
Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk
The Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk is a sporty coupe sold between 1962 and 1964. The car was part of the Golden Hawk series that began early in 1956. Studebaker's decision to enter NASCAR influenced the company's position and sales.
Question 60
This car was introduced in 1986 and remained in production until 2019. In NASCAR, however, it became the first four-door sedan approved for competition. What's its name?
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AToyota Camry
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BFord Torino
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CFord Taurus
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DChevrolet Laguna Type S3
Ford Taurus
The Ford Taurus replaced the Thunderbird for the 1998 season. It also became the first approved sedan for competition. The gorgeous Taurus went on to win three Cup titles and two Busch championships. In total, it scored 100 wins!
Question 61
In 1956, no car could challenge the Chrysler 300C in terms of performance, except one. The car you see in the picture above was truly unstoppable, even against the mighty 300C. Can you name it?
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AJaguar XK120
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BChevrolet Monte Carlo SS
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CFord Fairlane
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DBuick Century
Ford Fairlane
The Ford Fairlane was sold between 1955 and 1970 in North America. In NASCAR, it competed against the Chrysler 300C. Many famous drivers were behind its wheel, like Fireball Roberts, Curtis Turner, Ralph Moody, and others.
Question 62
Not only are the NASCAR vehicles themselves different from the factory versions — so are the tires. What makes them special?
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AMaterial they are made of
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BWidth and lack of treads
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CThickness
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DSoftness
Width and lack of treads
Known as "slicks" because they are, well, slick, NASCAR tires do not have any treads and are way thicker than your average consumer tires — all to ensure maximum grip at high speeds.
Question 63
What speed can the average NASCAR car reach?
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A120-180 mph
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B300-350 mph
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C100-200 mph
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D150-200 mph
150-200 mph
The average NASCAR car can reach speeds of 150 miles per hour to over 200 miles per hour. This would be the same as traveling the length of a football field in only one second.
Question 64
Racing isn't only about going fast. It's also about training. What do the drivers have to train for a NASCAR race?
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ATheir toes
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BTheir lips
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CTheir necks
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DTheir knees
Their necks
The force of gravity, or G-force, is simply the acceleration due to gravity. NASCAR drivers experience between two and three Gs on turns. G-forces in NASCAR are very continuous because the drivers are consistently turning left. That's why the drivers are required to do specific strengthening of their neck muscles to counter the G-forces.
Question 65
NASCAR is the pride of every American, but from time to time, even foreigners come to enjoy it. This European car showed up at a road NASCAR race and won. Can you guess its name?
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AVolkswagen Beetle
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BBMW 635CSi
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CJaguar XK120
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DPorsche 356
Jaguar XK120
The Jaguar XK120 is one of the most beautiful sports cars ever, manufactured between 1948 and 1954. The car participated in the "International 100" NASCAR race which featured several foreign cars competing against American muscle. The Jag left home victorious.
Question 66
No NASCAR team can succeed without a great leader — in this case, the owner. What is the main responsibility of a NASCAR racing team owner?
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ADesigning the drivetrain
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BCoaching the drivers
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CSecuring funding
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DPromoting the team
Securing funding
In many ways, racing team owners are like CEOs of Fortune 500 companies — that is, they oversee everything from vehicle design and training. However, their main responsibility is, arguably, getting funding from sponsors.
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Fun and challenging.
it was a good race.Im glad i entered.
Fun, it was great
Think I did great for a 75 year old great grandma! Love NASCAR!!!
I miss hit one question, and mostly missed the question that had to do with early Nascar lke in the 50s and 60s. I'll happy with my 85%. NASCAR drivers should have a DL, that's seem crazy to me that it's not required. 🤔.
63 out of 66 Although I was able to get almost all of them right, it seemed as if some of your pictures were incorrect
I enjoyed trying to see what I thought I knew!!
Loved it, missed a couple (fat fingered it) and that's my story!
@stowersjames5 The King raced a Plymouth Superbird not A Daytona.
Some of the questions were a little tricky. But overall, I done pretty good. I got 86% of the questions correct
@avery_y he did drive a dodge daytona
@larryt131313 The window net was mandated after Richard Petty's crash at Darlington in 1970.
SEVERAL OF YOUR QUESTIONS ARE INCORRECT. 1 FOR EXAMPLR THE WINDOW NET WAS INVENTED AND MADE MANITORY AFTER JOE WEATHERLY WAS KILLED AT ROAD RACE IN RIVERSIDE . HID HEAD CAME OUT OF THE WINDOW DURING A ROLLOVER AND IT KILLED HIM.
NASCAR did NOT ban this car, please get your information from a reliable source
Richard Petty did NOT drive a Dodge Daytona