Author: Chuck

  • The History of the Chevrolet Camaro Part 2

    The History of the Chevrolet Camaro Part 2

    The Second Generation Camaro The first-generation Camaro was a proven success, with strong sales, but Chevrolet still hadn’t managed to outsell Ford’s Mustang. Once the initial program wrapped up, GM’s vehicle packaging group began work on the second-generation model. Henry Haga, the designer behind the original Camaro, returned to lead the new design effort. “The…

  • The History of the Chevrolet Camaro Part 1

    The History of the Chevrolet Camaro Part 1

    1. Introduction: Something amazing happened in the early 60’s, on April 17, 1964 Ford introduced the Mustang at the Worlds Fair in Flushing Meadows Park, Queens, New York. Initially designed to appeal to the emerging youth market, particularly college-educated individuals and young families looking for a second car, the Mustang became a nuclear hit! Selling…

  • Mastering the NHRA Christmas Tree: How It Works and How to Improve Your Reaction Time

    Mastering the NHRA Christmas Tree: How It Works and How to Improve Your Reaction Time

    Introduction In drag racing, reaction time can be the difference between winning and losing. At the heart of every race is the NHRA Christmas Tree, the set of lights that signals drivers when to launch. Understanding how the tree works, the difference between sportsman and pro trees, and how to improve your reaction time is…

  • Improve Your Reaction Time with This Free Online Practice Tree

    Improve Your Reaction Time with This Free Online Practice Tree

    If you’re serious about drag racing, you already know that reaction time can make or break a race. Whether you’re bracket racing, testing your reflexes, or just having fun, a practice tree is one of the best ways to sharpen your skills. That’s why we’re excited to introduce a brand-new, free, web-based drag racing practice…