[Mark Yacavone]

It has been said here, many times, that we're not a car culture anymore and that young people have no interest in cars, racing.
So, how does one explain The Southeast Gassers phenomenon ?

Started about a decade ago by Quain Stott with one car, there are well over a 100 cars being built or raced.

Strictly enforced rules ..1967 or earlier cars, appearance
Stick shift only, clutchless forbidden
1/8 mile only, on smaller southern tracks
Must do a wheelie
Strongly suggest car names..NO vinyl or air brush
No ETs on scoreboard
Burn outs across the line,...Back up girls allowed
Flat out racing. First to the finish line wins
Racers don't pay entries. They are the show!
Annual points fund

Spectators travel hundreds of mile to watch these races and usually pack these venues.
Many videos available on Y/T

Now, compare this to NHRA Divs, with throttle stopped BBC PG ....Never mind