Dirt track racing, performed on oval tracks, is one of the most popular types of car racing in the United States. It has developed a large fan base, with supporters tending to favor one style of car over another. There are three main types of cars used in dirt track racing, each has their own classes within the main type.Open wheel cars include the Mini Sprint, Sprint, Midget and Micro Spring.
. There are two sanctioning bodies of open wheel cars, The United States Automobile Club (USAC), and World of Outlaws (specifically for Sprint cars).Cars which are a hybrid of the open wheel and stock car are considered modified cars. There are at least seven sanctioning bodies governing this type of car, including the United States Racing Association (USRA) and the International Motor Contest Association (IMCA). Stock cars are manufactured specifically for racing and come in many types. There are three main types, within those types there are numerous models.Dirt track race cars may be purchased for professional or hobby use. Some choose to modify existing cars, others choose to purchase a vehicle modified by someone else or exclusively manufactured for racing. There are many resources for purchasing dirt track cars and their accessories, some of which are online. The site http://www.racingjunk.com has classified ads from around the country containing many categories of cars, wide array of parts and " wanted" ads. They provide the location of the item for sale to help determine the viability of purchasing it. Other sites include www.autotrader.com, and your local www.craigslist.com.Some race tracks provide a chance for those interested to test drive on the track. The services vary in cost and time allotted, they give the driver a chance to see if dirt driving is for them. One of the tracks performing this service is Hesston Speedway, their " You Drive" program details are found at http://www.dirtdriving.com/youdrive.htm.More reference links: http://www.racingjunk.com/category/2/Dirt-Oval-Racing-Cars.htm http://www.dirtdriving.com/youdrive.htm
