An overview of drag racing with descriptions of the drag strip, Christmas tree lights, driver gear, racing fuel, time trials, and race day. Includes a glossary of terms.
Presents a history of drag racing in addition to special focus on such individual drivers as Don "Big Daddy" Garlits, Don Prudhomme, Bob Glidden, and Shelly Anderson.
Explains what a dragster is, describes the characteristics of dragsters, looks at engines and fuels, reviews the history of the vehicles, and discusses drag racing and drivers.