Harrison Burton, an American professional stock car racing driver, is known as. He is a NASCAR Cup Series driver for Wood Brothers Racing. Part-time, he also races in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series with David Gilliland Racing. He currently ranks fourth in the NASCAR driver standings.
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The 21-year-old NASCAR driver from Huntersville, North Carolina is making his full-time NASCAR debut with the team's No. 21 Ford Mustang. He succeeds Matt DiBenedetto who recently quit the team. Harrison is determined and will make a mark in NASCAR, despite Harrison's age.
Harrison Burton is the child of Jeff Burton. Jeff Burton was a former NASCAR Cup racer and now focuses on his analyst work at NBC Sports. He started racing at North Carolina's short tracks, before moving up to the Nascar Cup Series. His father is a NBC Sports analyst who is a regular commentator on the sport. Currently, Harrison Burton is racing in his second full season in the Xfinity Series for Joe Gibbs Racing. In the 2020 season, he won 4 races and was named Rookie Of The Year. He is now winless, and he sits fifth in points with just five top-5 finishes.
Wood Brothers Racing will continue to work with Burton and DiBenedetto for the past four years. The team spent the past nine months getting acquainted with the new driver. "He's definitely a good fit," said Wood.
Harrison Burton has a track record of victory at Martinsville, including one win back in 1993. He also led the 53 laps in 2020's race, and said it was an honour to have his family there. He's not at the same pace as Logano and Hamlin, but he's showing that his No. 21 Ford is fast.
Burton will not only sponsor Wood Brothers Racing but also drive for DEX Imaging. The company also sponsors Ryan Blaney and Scott McLaughlin in the Cup Series. Burton was selected over DiBenedetto reportedly because of Burton’s past and the Next Gen car launches.
Wood Brothers Racing's Austin Cindric joins Burton this season as a backup driver. The drivers said they wanted to race more, but did not announce any specific plans. Austin Cindric, Harrison Burton and their team will race at Daytona International Speedway for four hours on Jan. 28. They also plan to compete in Daytona's Rolex 24 in GTD Pro class.
Jeff Burton is expected in Richmond NASCAR Cup Series to start near the rear, but his car's not in great shape. He is also in the back because his car's chief car mechanic was dismissed for multiple tech failures. However, Burton will have a tough time moving forward because Richmond is not a track that makes it easy to pass at for rookies.
FAQ
What's the point of car racing?
Car racing has the purpose of entertaining people. It involves watching cars move at high speeds around a track. It also gives drivers the opportunity to compete against one another and show off their skills.
How much does it cost to enter a race?
This depends on the event. Different events may charge entry fees.
Some events require that you pay in advance. Others will let people in for free.
How do race car drivers prepare themselves for a race?
Most race car drivers spend some time warming up before a race.
This is when they run their engines over a specified time.
Once they are ready, they may start the race.
Which car racing event has the highest number of spectators
The Indianapolis 500 Mile Race is a huge spectator event. Each year, over 400,000 people tune in.
It takes place on May 30th and 31st at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
What is the difference in a road car and racing car?
A road car is intended to be driven on roads. For competitions like car racing, racing cars have been specifically designed. They have special aerodynamic features that help them accelerate quickly and brake sharply.
Is there a set of rules for how a race car should look like?
No. No.
However, they must meet certain safety requirements.
Statistics
- According to Toyota, the 390-hp-plus 2019 Yaris WRC runs out of gearing after 124 mph, 19 mph less than the crazy Yaris GR that's currently sitting on dealer lots outside of the U.S. BONUS: (motortrend.com)
- Forget the 200-mph battles of the late 1980s; no one, not even McLaren itself, predicted the inimitable F1 would go as fast as it did. (motortrend.com)
- This change may give an improvement of up to 29% fuel efficiency. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Acceleration is a little gentler (relatively speaking) too, with 0-100km/h taking an estimated 3.1 seconds and 0-200km/h covered in 7.8 seconds. (autosport.com)
- In 2009, the slick tires returned as a part of revisions to the rules for the 2009 season; slicks have no grooves and give up to 18% more contact with the track. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How To
How to fast corner
During a race, you want to get your car out of the way of others so you can go faster. This means that you must turn before everyone else. If you do this correctly, everyone behind you will have to brake too. They won't be able to see what's ahead of them. You can also avoid collisions with cars coming in different directions. So how do I corner quickly?
You must first understand where you are going. You will likely be surprised at where you end up. That's why you need to plan carefully. A map of your route is a great way to see where you are heading at any time. Although it may seem tedious, having a map of your route will help you save a lot of time and headaches.
Next, decide when you want to turn. You can start by passing the first corner. Once you have completed the first corner, your starting point will be known. You will now have to decide whether or not you'll use either the inside or the exterior lane.
If you are planning to travel in the inner lane, it is best to wait until you see no traffic. Then you'll be able to move quickly without worrying about hitting someone. It is crucial that you stay in the inside lanes once you are in them. Don't allow yourself to drift into the other lane. If you do, you could easily hit someone still moving slowly. Keep in mind that if you cross the line dividing the two lanes, you'll lose control of your vehicle and become vulnerable to crashes.
Once you've chosen which lane you will use, you can choose where you want to turn. This problem can be tackled in many ways. Some people prefer looking for a gap or a void in traffic. Others look for a gap in traffic. Still, others look for a point where the road curves around a hill or mountain. It doesn't really matter which route you take, just make sure you don’t block the whole road. Traffic jams can be caused by blocking the entire road.
Once you have decided where you want to turn, it is time to decide if you'll make a sharp right or a gradual left. A sharp turn will be easier than a gradual. However, it takes longer and requires more energy. Additionally, it can be more difficult to drive your car properly. This is why most drivers prefer gradual turns.
You must accelerate slowly enough to avoid hitting the car in front. Accelerating too fast will cause you crash into its bumper. You can also run off the road if you accelerate too quickly. You'll lose control and your car will crash. This scenario can be avoided by gradually increasing your acceleration. You can start with very little acceleration and then increase it when you reach the edge.
You must slow down as soon as you have completed cornering. This is especially important in heavy traffic. If you don't, you risk hitting someone.