Why do race car drivers use math?
Most people believe that race car drivers simply strap in and driver around in circles, on a road course or a quarter-mile drag strip. However, it takes more than a steering wheel, gas pedal and brake to race. Drivers and teams must use math skills in automobile racing.Weight and Height RegulationsMost involved in the auto racing industry construct the race car to certain regulated specifications. This requires that the car be a specified height and weight, and that the angle of the rear spoiler or wing be precise. In order to meet the required specifications, a driver and team must use math. In many smaller forms of racing, the driver works on the cars and helps build the car.Fuel MileageDrivers and teams must apply precise fuel mileage calculations when racing for an extended distance. Drivers and teams calculate how many laps they can run with the size of fuel tank in the car. They may practice full fuel runs to calculate the number of laps it takes before they are out of fuel.Avera
