A Cup Series racecar requires many, many hours to build, prepare, and test, with engineers and technicians specializing in everything from engines to chassis to shocks.
In order for a car to be as fast as possible, it needs the correct setup for all conditions which can include track temperature, track surface, weather, and more. A car’s setup consists of a wide range of factors, such as shocks and springs, gear ratios, chassis weight distribution and more. All of these factors have to be adjusted and set close to perfect to get the car in optimum racing condition.
There’s more to the sport than just racing, it’s about sciences. It’s no wonder cars can reach speeds of 190+ mph on some of the super-tracks.
For a team to have a chance to be successful, it will cost 20 to 25 million dollars per season. That’s a lot of money. Sponsorship is very important as well as a good crew.
The Pit Stop:
Imagine filling up your car and changing all four tires in less than 15 seconds. That’s exactly what happens during a pit stop. As a race progresses, cars need to be refueled and worn tires need to be replaced. That’s when a pit stop is needed.
Because seconds are so critical in a race, fast pit stops are important — all it takes is one bad pit stop to move a potential winner to the back of the pack. NASCAR allows seven team members over the pit wall to service a car during pit stops.
