What About Rain?

Air Titan 2.0

Source: Air Titan 2.0 Unveiled at Martinsville | NASCAR

  • Because stock car tires have no tread, there is nowhere for water to go if the track is wet.
  • Cars could aquaplane, or ride on top of the water creating less control and an unsafe situation.
  • To keep drivers and fans safe, NASCAR races are usually delayed or canceled if it begins to rain.
  • In the picture above, blowers are used to dry the track so the race can continue.