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Drag and Drafting - Science of Speed

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Engine power is constrained at superspeedways like Daytona and Talladega, so teams use aerodynamics to gain an advantage. Teams adjust their cars to minimize drag, but then it's up to the drivers to find 'the draft' and to trust the...
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Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Los Angeles Premiere

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Jeremy Piven at the Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby Los Angeles Premiere at Graumans Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California on July 26, 2006. (Footage by WireImage Video/Getty Images)
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NASCAR fans gather at the Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama to camp out on the infield as early as three days before the Sprint Cup Series race. The race is a long-time tradition for thousands of fans who consider the race a 'family reunion' with their fellow campers.

Higher Ed
HEADLINE: Video Essay: Camping out for NASCAR

CAPTION: NASCAR fans gather at Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama, camping out on the infield as early as three days before the Sprint Cup race. The race is a long-time tradition for...
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Ryan Blaney gets big NASCAR win at Talladega

Higher Ed
Ryan Blaney ensured he would advance in NASCAR'S playoffs with a win at Talladega. Blaney edged Ryan Newman in a photo finish.
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National Science Foundation

National Science Foundation: Science of Speed: Drag & Drafting

9th - 10th
Engine power is constrained at superspeedways like Daytona and Talladega, so teams use aerodynamics to gain an advantage. Teams adjust their cars to minimize drag, but then it's up to the drivers to find 'the draft' and to trust the...