When Axles Attack: Watch a Camaro drag car's rear axle snap

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On the surface, drag racing seems so simple. Apply right foot liberally, keep the vehicle pointed down track and wait for a quarter mile to pass. Unfortunately, the real world is rarely so black and white. Pesky details like applied horsepower, traction and the fallibility of materials results in all manner of challenges. Just ask the driver of the '69 Chevrolet Camaro in the video after the jump. Shortly after launch, the high-horsepower machine sheds its left axle. With a massive racing slick under full thrust, the resulting carnage is, well, impressive.

The video is a pleasant rarity in the drag racing universe. Not only are we afforded a look at the ensuing drama from inside the cockpit, but a solid look at just how quickly a situation can turn hairy from outside as well. Check it out for yourself.Continue reading When Axles Attack: Watch a Camaro drag car's rear axle snap

When Axles Attack: Watch a Camaro drag car's rear axle snap originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.



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