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The SCCA’s classes are slightly different, as the organization has two prototypes and one GT class for amateur racers. The P1 and P2 prototype classes allow for a wide range of vehicle designs, while the GT class includes modified “silhouette” replicas of series-produced sports cars. Automobile Club de L’Ouest and the International Motor Sports Association are a few of the sanctioned organizations that regulate sports car racing.

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The European races eventually became the closely related Le Mans Series, both of which mix prototypes and GTs. Aspendale Racecourse, in Australia, was the world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit, opening in January 1906. The pear shaped track was close to a mile in length, with slightly banked curves and a gravel surface of crushed cement. The 959 was designed around Group B race and rally regs, so when that series was killed it made sense for Porsche to do something else with its hi-tech test car. Group B. Words to tremble the bobble on any rally fan’s hat.

In the United States, the most popular series is the IndyCar Series. The cars have traditionally been similar to, though less technologically sophisticated than, F1 cars, with more restrictions on technology aimed at controlling costs. While these cars are not as technologically advanced, they are faster, mainly because they compete on oval race tracks, being able to average a lap at 388 km/h . Auto racing has existed since the invention of the automobile.

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The series is still the preferred option, as it has introduced an aero package and slicks, allowing the junior drivers to gain experience in a race car with dynamics closer to F1. They all look similar because they share the same bodywork. Additionally, Formula E race cars also share the same battery packs and chassis. Unlike other racing series, Formula E happens on one jam-packed day.

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Praga R1 and R1T are pure-bred racing machines that turn heads and win races. Prototype LMP style aero, with proven giant-killing ability, at relatively low cost. The cost of IndyCar racing is also much lower, with the average team spending $20 million or less per season compared to F1’s current cap at $140 million.

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In 2009, the FIA Formula Two Championship brought about the revival of the F2 series. Domestic, or country-specific, series include Formula Three and Formula Renault, with the leading introductory series being Formula Ford. Choose your vehicle and play some of the best car games on the internet.