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First rule of racing: Never move aside to let someone pass; make him pass you. But the driver on Denny’s team moved over, and he hit the marbles, which is what they call the bits of rubber that shed off the tires and that accumulate on the track next to the established racing line.

Chassis must meet SFI Spec 2.1 (rear-engine cars), 10.1 (front-engine, driver in front of rear end) or SFI Spec 2.2 (front-engine, driver behind rear end). Chassis must be recertified yearly by NHRA and have serialized sticker affixed to frame before participation.

Any proposed changes to vehicle design or vehicle components must be submitted in writing to the NHRA Technical Department for review and approval or disapproval, in NHRA’s sole and absolute discretion. Only safety-enhancing modifications will be considered for approval and implementation.