Noun
funny car (plural funny cars)
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A drag racing car of a class generally having forward-mounted engines and carbon fiber automotive bodies over the chassis, resembling manufacturers' showroom models.
Backup girl Alice Bode waves to fans wearing a Kobe Bryant jersey prior to backing up her husbands Funny Car during the third round of pro qualifying at the 60th NHRA Winternationals at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona Saturday Feb. 8, 2020. Source: Internet
However, due to safety concerns, certain sanctioning bodies (notably the NHRA for its Top Fuel and Funny Car classes) have shortened races to 1000 feet. Source: Internet
The FIA features a different set of 5 pro classes; Top Fuel, Top Methanol Dragster, Top Methanol Funny Car, Pro Modified and Pro Stock. Source: Internet
The FIA organises a Europe-wide four wheeled championship for the Top Fuel, Top Methanol Dragster, Top Methanol Funny Car, Pro Modified and Pro Stock classes. Source: Internet
The NHRA includes 5 pro classes; Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, Pro Modified and Pro Stock Motorcycle. Source: Internet
DeJoria won the Funny Car division at five national NHRA events during her previous stint. Source: Internet