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Air jacks

Four compressed air activated pistons mounted near the wheels of a racing car which project downwards to lifting the car off the ground during a pit stop for changing wheels and or giving mechanics access to the underside of the car for repairs.

Apex

The part of a corner where the racing line is nearest the inside of the bend.

Armchair enthusiast

Alternatively armchair racer, an individual who follow motorsport primarily on television and internet and read books and magazines about the subject. Can also refer to somebody who play racing video games

Auto racing

Alternative term for motorsport, largely American in nature, although referring specifically to circuit/oval racing for cars and excluding sports such as motorcycling racing, rallying and drifting.

Awful Awful

North American rodder slang for a AA/FA ("double A" Fuel Altered) drag racer