{"id":7316,"date":"2023-08-20T03:14:14","date_gmt":"2023-08-20T03:14:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/motorracingsports.com\/?p=7316"},"modified":"2023-08-20T03:16:03","modified_gmt":"2023-08-20T03:16:03","slug":"why-do-nascar-race-cars-only-turn-left","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/motorracingsports.com\/why-do-nascar-race-cars-only-turn-left\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Do NASCAR Race Cars Only Turn Left?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
NASCAR, one of the most popular motor sports in the U.S., has a peculiar feature that often sparks curiosity: its races involve cars making consistent left turns. <\/strong>While this might seem like a quirky design choice for those unfamiliar with the sport, there’s a rich history and practical reasoning behind it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n NASCAR mostly races on oval tracks, a tradition rooted in the bootlegging routes of the American South. These ovals naturally result in left-hand turns. This design emphasizes endurance, skill, and strategy, while also keeping costs consistent for teams. Over time, it’s become an iconic aspect of NASCAR.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This tradition traces its roots back to the origins of American car racing and has been maintained for various reasons. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This article aims to provide a comprehensive breakdown of why NASCAR predominantly seems to only turn left<\/strong>, giving fans and newcomers alike a deeper understanding of this motorsport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n