Other rules announced Tuesday to take effect in 2019:
- The previously announced enhanced vehicle chassis (EVC) will be mandatory at all races.
- NASCAR has reduced the amount of organizational tests for the calendar year from four to three. ...
- NASCAR will expand the use of sealed engines next season, increasing to three long block seals in addition to keeping the current 13-race short block seal requirement.
When will the 2019 NASCAR rules package be tested?
Three confirmation tire tests are scheduled for the 2019 NASCAR rules package before the end of the year — one-day tests at Charlotte and Atlanta, and a two-day test at Las Vegas. Teams will also get a taste of next year’s package at a test at ISM Raceway on Wednesday, using the baseline rules changes (no smaller spacer, no aero ducts).
What's new for NASCAR in 2019?
• The previously announced enhanced vehicle chassis (EVC) will be mandatory at all races. • NASCAR has reduced the amount of organizational tests for the calendar year from four to three. Additionally, Goodyear tire tests in 2019 will be conducted by three teams, down from the current four.
What are the new rules package for the 2019 Indy 500?
Competition officials delivered the rules guidelines to teams Monday. The baseline aero elements of the 2019 rules package are a taller 8-inch by 61-inch rear spoiler, a larger front splitter with a 2-inch overhang, and a wider radiator pan that measures 37 inches wide in the front tapering to 31 inches at the rear.
How many races will have a restrictor plate next season?
Both features will be in place for 17 of the 36 races next season, excepting the 2019 Daytona 500, which will run with traditional restrictor-plate rules. Five other races will be run with the smaller spacer, but without ducts. The news was officially announced Tuesday at NASCAR’s Research & Development Center.
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What are the new rules in NASCAR?
NASCAR officials set the rules configuration for a majority of tracks on the 2022 Cup Series schedule Tuesday, announcing that the Next Gen car will use a 4-inch rear spoiler for downforce and will use engines with 670 target horsepower as a baseline.
What is the 100% rule in NASCAR?
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Is there a speed limit in NASCAR?
Road course races, like this week's at Sonoma, have a 40 mph pit road speed limit. However, NASCAR allows a 5-mph tolerance, so the effective pit road speeds range from 35 mph to 60 mph.
What can you bring to NASCAR?
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Is there a fuel limit in NASCAR?
NASCAR - fuel cell can hold approximately 18 US gallons In NASCAR the situation is a little different, with the teams allowed to fill up with as much fuel as they want, with refuelling occurring during the races.
How fast can a NASCAR go 0 to 60?
around 3 to 3.5 secondsNASCAR drivers travel at extremely high speeds, over 200 miles per hour. They accelerate so quickly that it takes them only around 3 to 3.5 seconds to go from zero to 60 mph. During this acceleration, the car must exert an average of 2,600 lbs of horizontal force each second against the track.
Can NASCAR drivers talk to each other?
During a race, no*. Drivers are not allowed to talk to each other during a race, unless it is red flagged, or they are knocked out of it. So two drivers can not talk on the radio to each other. NASCAR used to allow it until after the 2011 Daytona 500.
Is there a horsepower limit in NASCAR?
They are rated at 510 hp (380 kW) for restrictor plate racing, and 670 hp (500 kW) for all other tracks; including road courses, short tracks, and intermediate ovals.
What is the fastest a NASCAR car has gone?
212.809mphThe fastest lap in NASCAR history. In 1987 at Talladega Superspeedway, Bill Elliott put himself in the record books with a qualifying speed of 212.809mph.
How much is beer at a NASCAR race?
Beer here costs $4 for a 12-ounce can, about the same price as a six-pack of Budweiser.
What should you not wear to a NASCAR race?
Last but not least, is what not to wear. No matter how glamorous you feel at the track, leave the high heels at home. The grandstands are not built for single-point heels and you'd be better off in a pair of fashion sneakers. For men and women, never (ever) wear white pants at NASCAR.
Can you bring a gun to a NASCAR race?
Questions like, why did a man have a gun inside Texas Motor Speedway? According to track rules, no one is allowed to bring a gun inside the event.
What is the penalty in NASCAR for losing a wheel?
The loss of a wheel during competition has frequently resulted in four-race suspensions for the team's crew chief, tire changer and jack operator under the NASCAR Rule Book Section 10.5.
Who broke the 200 mph barrier in NASCAR?
1970. Without question, one of Buddy Baker's crowning achievements was being the first driver to break the 200 miles per hour barrier on a closed course, which he did at Alabama International Motor Speedway (now Talladega Superspeedway) on March 24, 1970.
How does the NASCAR wave around rule work?
“Wave Around” vehicles must take the green flag before being permitted to enter pit road without a penalty. Vehicles under a penalty are not eligible to receive a “Wave Around.” After the yellow caution flag is displayed, the first eligible vehicle one or more laps down will be given one lap back.
Can a NASCAR go 200 mph?
On Tuesday, March 24, 1970, Baker strapped into a blue Dodge Daytona during a tire test at Talladega Superspeedway, the largest oval track in NASCAR. During the test, Baker became the first driver to break the 200 mph barrier on a closed circuit. His fastest lap around the 2.66-mile oval was recorded at 200.447 mph.
How many races will the restrictor plate be in 2019?
Both features will be in place for 17 of the 36 races next season, excepting the 2019 Daytona 500, which will run with traditional restrictor-plate rules. Five other races will be run with the smaller spacer, but without ducts. The news was officially announced Tuesday at NASCAR’s Research & Development Center.
How many teams are there in the 2019 Goodyear tire test?
Additionally, Goodyear tire tests in 2019 will be conducted by three teams, down from the current four. • NASCAR will expand the use of sealed engines next season, increasing to three long block seals in addition to keeping the current 13-race short block seal requirement.
How many races will the Monster Energy Series have?
Both features will be in place for 17 of the 36 races next season, excepting the 2019 Daytona 500, which will run with traditional restrictor-plate rules. Five other races will be run with the smaller spacer, but without ducts.
Why did O'Donnell come up with two rules packages?
O’Donnell said his department’s arrival at two primary rules packages was the result of collaboration within the industry. It was also an effort to avoid a cost-prohibitive rules adjustment at each of the 24 circuits (counting the new Charlotte combination oval and road course) where the Monster Energy Series competes.
Where are the 2019 tire tests?
Three confirmation tire tests are scheduled for the 2019 NASCAR rules package before the end of the year — one-day tests at Charlotte and Atlanta, and a two-day test at Las Vegas. Teams will also get a taste of next year’s package at a test at ISM Raceway on Wednesday, using the baseline rules changes (no smaller spacer, no aero ducts).
Is the Daytona 500 held without a restrictor plate?
Events at Daytona International Speedway and Talladega Superspeedway also will be contested without restrictor plates next season for the first time since 1987. The cumulative effect of the base aerodynamic changes, engine restrictions and aero ducts are expected to keep the speeds and competition close to their current style of racing. The exception is the 2019 Daytona 500, which will be held under the current rules with restrictor plates.
Do Pocono races have a tapered spacer?
Five races at larger ovals are exceptions. Both Pocono events and races at Atlanta, Darlington and Homestead will use the smaller tapered spacer, but will not use the aero ducts that transfer air to the side of the car away from the front tires. Neither the smaller spacer nor ducts will be used at short tracks and road courses.
Less appearance of engineering influence
The one thing that has the potential to be a strength of this package is NASCAR hopes that by increasing the portion of the splitter underneath the body of the car by 8 inches in some areas and altering the size of the radiator pan, it can create enough downforce and limit the teams' ability to create more downforce with certain bars and pieces that no longer will be practical..
Length of races
NASCAR says it is not looking at the length of races, even though the cars are going to be going slower on its biggest tracks.
Tightening of the pack
NASCAR believes this won't necessarily create pack racing but it potentially could bring those who have struggled a little close to the front, especially at certain tracks where there could be more drafting.
Talent vs. money
The biggest worry is if this package puts less in the driver's hands -- and that seems possible considering more downforce and slower speeds -- that it won't take as much talent to drive.
Manufacturer identity
Granted, there isn't much manufacturer identity left in NASCAR. But if the slower speeds hurt fans' perspective of their favorite manufacturer, or if this package damages a manufacturer's ability to use its tools to help develop the cars for its teams, then that could be an issue.
Great, not so great
Remember when tandem racing was somewhat intriguing, and then it got ridiculous as drivers needed help to make moves and the driver pushing didn't have any way to win?
Confusion
Will fans care which package is being used which weekend? How will NASCAR educate fans? We'll do our part -- clip and save this -- for the packages for 2019:
The 2019 NASCAR season kicks off this weekend in Daytona, and this year there are new rules. What do you think about the changes?
CHARLOTTE, NC — The 2019 NASCAR season kicks off this weekend with the Daytona 500, ushering in a new year of racing and a new set of rules for drivers and teams that NASCAR hopes will appeal to fans.
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"We know we've got some of the brightest engineers in all of sports and what you see with the low-downforce package is a number of increased entry speeds at times, which makes it more difficult probably to produce a tire that has great wear that the drivers always ask for," said Steve O'Donnell, NASCAR Executive Vice President and Chief Racing Development Officer.
Less Appearance of Engineering Influence
Length of Races
- NASCAR says it is not looking at the length of races, even though the cars are going to be going slower on its biggest tracks. It might not seem like a big concern, but if the races that already are more than three hours start creeping closer to 3.5 hours or four hours, that is not going to help when trying to keep fans' interest.
Tightening of The Pack
- NASCAR believes this won't necessarily create pack racing but it potentially could bring those who have struggled a little close to the front, especially at certain tracks where there could be more drafting. The question is how much, and how much do they have a chance to win? If drivers 25th, 27th and 29th in the standings win races thanks to drafting and keep more consistent drivers ou…
Talent vs. Money
- The biggest worry is if this package puts less in the driver's hands -- and that seems possible considering more downforce and slower speeds -- that it won't take as much talent to drive. The byproduct of that is drivers who are self-funded or bring their sponsorship through a business connection could become even more of a viable option than they are now. NASCAR can't afford t…
Manufacturer Identity
- Granted, there isn't much manufacturer identity left in NASCAR. But if the slower speeds hurt fans' perspective of their favorite manufacturer, or if this package damages a manufacturer's ability to use its tools to help develop the cars for its teams, then that could be an issue. On the flip side, if that 550-horsepower target, along with potentially the next-generation car that will come in a fe…
Great, Not So Great
- Remember when tandem racing was somewhat intriguing, and then it got ridiculous as drivers needed help to make moves and the driver pushing didn't have any way to win? NASCAR needs to make sure the excitement level is authentic enough that fans believe their driver always has a chance to make something happen, and not just need help -- and if that driver helps someone el…
Confusion
- Will fans care which package is being used which weekend? How will NASCAR educate fans? We'll do our part -- clip and save this -- for the packages for 2019: 16 races with target of 550 horsepower and air ducts through the front of the wheel wells:Las Vegas-1, California, Texas-1, Talladega-1, Kansas-1, Charlotte-1, Michigan-1, Chicagoland, Daytona-2, Kentucky, Michigan-2, In…