“The update and enhancement of the Street Legal program couldn`t have come at a more critical time for our industry and our sport,” said Matt DeYoung, Tucson Dragway`s track director. “We continue to see manufacturers making vehicles available faster directly from the showroom while expanding features that can no longer be overlooked. NHRA, with the help and input of NHRA member tracks across the country, has worked to enhance and expand the experience and sustainability of this program for our Street Legal clients. We believe our racers will embrace these changes, and it will strengthen our resentment and street rights racing program, while helping to keep faster OEM cars off the road. » The Dodge Challenger of the 3. Generation was introduced in 2008 and is an American muscle car that has spawned a whole series of variants during its eleven years of existence. There`s the Challenger SRT Hellcat, the Challenger R/T, the SRT8, the SRT 392, the mighty SRT Hellcat, the Challenger GT and of course. the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon, ridiculous but still legal. Dodge`s biggest concern seems to be the minimal radials of the Demon NT05R. Four different clauses refer to the nittos specially designed by the Demon, including: “The vehicle`s Nitrto NT05R radial tires (the drag tires) meet the requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation, but are not intended for use on highways, as they significantly reduce the expected miles of wear on the racing mass. This means that even though the DOT signed the devil`s super sticky Nitto tow radials, the construction of the tires and their faster than normal degradation mean that they are not really suitable for everyday use. Customers will likely need to purchase a set of common road tires if they want to drive their Demon daily and not spend a few thousand dollars every 2,000 miles.
The downside is that they won`t have the performance advertised as we predicted when the demon debuted. It`s been almost a decade since the Dodge Viper ACR-X was introduced, and although a decade has passed, there`s one of those ACR-X models that has remained virtually intact. Currently, the great folks at BJ Motors have this car on the market for $159,000. This car, which is #002, belonged to the late (and great) Bernie Katz. The car has never been driven on the track and has only 10 miles on odometers. It also comes with every piece of literature that was delivered by car when it was originally delivered. The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon (the “Vehicle”) is the automotive industry`s first and only road-legal production car. The Demon is a unique performance vehicle with unique features, parts, systems and capabilities and operates differently than other vehicles. It is imperative that you understand and recognize the unique features of this vehicle before you buy and drive it. Originally, Dodge built 25 of the Dodge Viper ACR-X models, all of which are classified as non-legal race cars on the road. Due to the popularity of the cars, another 25 models were built for 2010. The cars were built to compete in a special racing series that began in July 2010 as the Dodge Viper Cup.
The series included ten events on five different circuits across the United States and featured very good amateur and professional talent, including FCA`s design director, Ralph Gilles. Dodge adds: “Drag tires are not recommended for driving in wet weather conditions where there is a risk of aquaplaning” and “Customer should not use towing tires to move the vehicle at temperatures below 15 degrees F. At temperatures below 15 degrees F, drag tires can lose flexibility, which can lead to cracks and other damage to the tires,” requiring a set of normal tires. Dodge also disputes its own responsibility when it comes to the daemon`s highly acclaimed performance statistics, especially for functionality, systems, and track parts on the road. Dodge says: “Customer shall never use any features, functions, equipment or any part of the use of the track on public roads or other prohibited areas. The intended use of track features, functions, equipment or parts is intended for racing cars on the track. This means that if you crash, break, or injure someone or yourself on a public highway using systems such as daemon launch control, you are on the hook and have no legal recourse with Dodge or any of its affiliates. For starters, the Challenger Drag Pak is a car designed to go fast in a straight line. To do this, Dodge tuned its supercharged 5.8-liter V8, gave it a three-speed Kik shift lever, a programmable power distributor called Racepak Smartwire, a very unusual and very light driveshaft, and a non-standard crossbar that lowers the car`s gravity from the center. “Every year, automakers push the boundaries of performance by building production vehicles that are faster and faster than the previous year`s models,” said Lonnie Grim, NHRA national technical director. At NHRA, we strongly support their commitment to performance and recognize that there is still a very large market for performance cars.
At the same time, we recognize that the NHRA needs to keep up with current trends, which is why we announced these rule adjustments. It`s 2010, and fans of the legendary Dodge Viper realize that this could be the last year for the car. Dodge/SRT engineers then introduced what they called “the ultimate special edition of America`s ultimate sports car.” The best of the Dodge Viper ACR (or American Club Racer) and with the safety equipment of the championship-winning Dodge Viper Competition Coupe and Viper ACR-X. The NHRA banned the SRT Demon because it was too fast. Yes, you read that right. The NHRA says any road car that competes in races requires a special competition license and a safety cage if it is too fast. Notably, the NHRA has already banned vehicles that sprint the quarter-mile faster than 10 seconds or reach a capture speed of 135 mph or more. The Street Legal category is reserved for foreign and domestic OEM production vehicles (including trucks). Although the use of spare parts is accepted, all vehicles must be driven on the road and drivers must carry government-issued proof of registration and valid insurance information. All vehicles must also have a valid license plate.
The Dodge Demon isn`t just free of its NHRA ban starting in 2022. It`s also legal on the street. Dodge designed the Mopar muscle car to drive fast quarter-mile times and then comfortably drive home with air conditioning. However, to get the best performance from your daemon, you need to use everything in the $1 box. The box contained thin drag tires, an ECU, and a high-performance air filter, to name a few. As we explained, when Dodge launched the Challenger Demon, a road-legal drag car, its performance wasn`t exactly easy, as each of the daemon`s maximum performance values depended on a number of variables. Now, however, Dodge tries to avoid liability when demon owners drive their cars on public roads. According to a waiver obtained by Automotive News, Dodge has potential demon owners sign the document before the keys to the 840-horsepower machine approach its sweaty palms. See also: The Mazda Miata with Hellcat engine burns out in sixth gear without breaking a sweat Does the Challenger Drag Pak inspire you? Let us know if you decide to build something similar: a drag track car that makes wheelies. Take a look at our cars for sale to find listings for the Dodge Challenger, new and used. An NHRA Level 6 license is required for drivers driving faster than 10.00 seconds (*6.39 in 1/8 mile) or faster than 135 mph.