How NASCAR drivers keep their cool in 140-degree cockpits

ESPN recently explored the extreme conditions NASCAR drivers face inside their race cars, where cockpit temperatures can soar past 140°F. The article highlights the critical role of advanced cooling systems — including driver cool shirts, helmet air blowers, and portable coolers — in preventing heat exhaustion and maintaining driver performance over long races. As NASCAR moves into hotter venues and longer events, managing core body temperature has become a decisive factor in race outcomes.

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