Summertime Torque Trials
Marissa Brassfield — September 7, 2008 — Autos
References: videos.streetfire.net
As this video shows, not all drag racing school buses are created equal—especially those capable of an 11-second quarter mile. This is not your run-of-the-mill school bus. For one thing, the front end’s completely modified to look like a semi truck, and you’ll see a giant rear spoiler. For another, well, just watch the thing go. I’ll bet the kids that rode on this bus never got to use the “My bus was late” excuse…
Trend Themes
1. School-bus Modifications - There is an opportunity to create more powerful, modified school buses for drag racing or other purposes.
2. Alternative Racing - Drag racing is expanding beyond traditional cars and motorcycles to include school buses as a unique alternative racing category.
3. Youthful Motorsports - Organizing school bus drag racing events for children and teenagers could be an engaging and exciting way to introduce them to motorsports.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry could explore the customization of school buses for motorsport applications.
2. Education - Schools and educational organizations could consider integrating motorsports education as a way to engage students.
3. Entertainment - Organizers of motorsport events and theme parks could add school bus drag racing as an attraction to diversify their offerings.
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