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Nascar

Professional auto racing organization based in the United States.

National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing NASCAR racing

NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) is a professional auto racing organization based in the United States. It organizes various motorsport events, including stock car races on oval tracks and road courses.

Etymology

An acronym for National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, it was founded in 1948.

Explain Like I’m 5

NASCAR is a popular racing league where drivers compete in fast cars that go around an oval track.

Fun Facts

The highest NASCAR speed ever recorded was 216
0 mph (347
5 km/h)
The Daytona International Speedway is one of NASCAR's most famous tracks
Bill France Sr
founded NASCAR

FAQ

What does NASCAR stand for? National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing
When did NASCAR start? 1948
What type of racing is it? Oval track stock car racing

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

motorsport auto racing

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Xfinity Series ARCA Menards Series

Meronyms — Parts or Components

driver car pit crew track

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

United States

Indexes

automotive social event sporting activity

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