NASCAR Flashcards
What does NASCAR stand for?
National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing
In what year was NASCAR founded?
1948
True or False: NASCAR is primarily known for open-wheel racing.
False
What is the name of NASCAR’s top series?
NASCAR Cup Series
Fill in the blank: The NASCAR Cup Series was formerly known as the ________ Series.
Winston
Who is considered the ‘King of NASCAR’?
Richard Petty
What is the primary type of vehicle used in NASCAR races?
Stock cars
Which track is known as ‘The Great American Race’?
Daytona 500
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a famous NASCAR track? A) Monaco B) Talladega C) Silverstone
B) Talladega
What is the maximum number of laps in a standard NASCAR race?
It varies by track, but typically 200 to 500 laps.
True or False: NASCAR races are usually held on road courses.
False
What is the purpose of a pit stop in NASCAR?
To refuel, change tires, and make adjustments to the car.
Fill in the blank: The NASCAR Hall of Fame is located in ________.
Charlotte, North Carolina
Who won the NASCAR Cup Series Championship in 2020?
Chase Elliott
What is a ‘caution flag’ used for in NASCAR?
To indicate a hazard on the track that requires drivers to slow down.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a NASCAR series? A) Xfinity Series B) Craftsman Truck Series C) Formula One Series
C) Formula One Series
What does the term ‘drafting’ refer to in NASCAR?
Following closely behind another car to reduce air resistance.
True or False: NASCAR drivers must wear helmets during races.
True
What is the significance of the number on a NASCAR car?
It identifies the driver and is unique to each car.
Fill in the blank: The NASCAR Cup Series points system rewards drivers based on their ________ in races.
finishing position
Who is the only female driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race?
Danica Patrick
What is the ‘Chase’ in NASCAR?
A playoff format to determine the champion at the end of the season.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common car manufacturer in NASCAR? A) Toyota B) Ferrari C) BMW
A) Toyota
What does it mean to be ‘on the lead lap’?
A driver is on the same lap as the race leader.
True or False: NASCAR races are typically shorter than IndyCar races.
True
What is the role of a crew chief in NASCAR?
To oversee the team’s strategy and car setup during races.
Fill in the blank: The NASCAR season typically begins in ________.
February
