BURNOUT

The driver spins the rear tires before each race in what is known as a burnout. The effect of the 1300 horsepower spinning tires on a stationary car is more than a lot of smoke. It actually heats the tires making them sticky; therefore a better grip for the track.
THE STARTING LIGHTS

Known as the “Christmas Tree”, the starting lights sit near the starting line between two drivers. The Pre-Stage and Stage lights help the car line up for a fair start. Once both cars are Staged, three amber lights flash simultaneously in four-tenths of a second to alert the driver that the green light is coming. Drivers go when the green light shines. If a driver heads out too earlya red light signals and the driver is disqualified.
DRAG STRIP
