New season starting up . I was lucky enough to be able to attend some events last season .
That sound and that smell is addictive .
Any fans
predictions

Did you hear the bullshit about no win light during qualifying?

No . what does that mean
They turn of the winning lane light during qualifying
Has to be driver rule change , I cannot imagine the fans would like it

I heard it was driven by sponsors but not sure yet.

Brittany Force of JFR sure went for a wild ride last week . Sponsorship was of no help

We have a local hero too

Fan for about fifty years here.

I'm rooting for Don Moody, "Ace" and "Dyno" Don.

Oh wait...  Never mind.

Wow fifty years , you have seen some changes .
My dad would take me to the old Dallas International Speedway back in the day . I sure miss him
Next race Feb. 23-25 in Arizona

Yeah, motor racing is having a tough time with the new generations.  I don't have any brilliant ideas on how to attract more fans.

One thing we see in the pro ranks is that there are fewer top tier teams now due to less mega buck sponsors to support the crazy expenses.  I see a bright side to that in that every event you see a few local teams qualify.  I enjoy the little guys spending the annual budget on one race and just having a ball with their family and friends.

I guess my favorite era was the mid-to-late 70s.  The T/F cars were still innovating and getting faster and safer.  The F/C looked like funny "cars" instead of blobs.  Pro Stock had stock bodies and a lot of diversity of engines and makes.

Now my favorite is Pro Mod.  It is also losing a lot of it's diversity but it is still pretty hairy and fun.

First day of qualifying over and Brittney Force back in the saddle .
Some good speeds on the track .

Wild day for John Force
Local Hero comes through and a gal with a bright smile shines on  .
Onto the east coast in a couple of weeks .

Bump for Torrence to get another win in Baytown