Another Racer Killed at E-Town

[Carl Juliano]

A quick measurement using Google Earth shows E-Towns shutdown @ 2230' to the edge of the sand. Maple Grove is approx 2175' to Kachel Rd, then about 270'more across the road (2445 total). The real concern here is the "catch/containment systems" being used.
This was a case of a "runaway car" under full throttle w/no chutes or brakes, a longer shutdown in this case will allow the car to gain more momentum, another 4-500ft will not make a difference.
The containment system at E-Town did just that.....the car stayed "contained" in the facility and didnt go into the trees, or onto Pension Rd.
I think more research in the "catch systems" must be done to lessen the "hit" so drivers have a better chance to survive something like this. Just my opinion.