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An outside Italian Demolition Derby festival

How Did Demolition Derbies Start?

Drivers typically want to avoid crashing their cars, but it's the name of the game at a demolition derby. They've existed for decades and have a storied history as a result. Read on to find out what a demolition derby is, the origins of the competition, and its history up to the present day.
A demolition derby at the Shenandoah County Fair in Woodstock, Virginia

Has Anyone Ever Died in a Demolition Derby?

In demolition derby events, drivers ram their cars into each other until only one remains. As you might expect, the Daily Mail reports that some drivers have been involved in fatal derby accidents. How did demolition derby become so popular despite its obvious safety concerns?
A Dodge Challenger getting hosed down before a race at the "Moscow Mile"

Dodge’s YouTube Channel Uploaded the Entire MotorTrend Roadkill Nights Street Racing Event

Dodge has had heavy involvement in racing events. Among these is Roadkill Nights, an event involving legal street racing and other spectacular automotive performances. Recently, Dodge uploaded the full 2021 show to its YouTube channel. Read on to learn more about Roadkill Nights, the uploaded even video, and past Dodge partnerships.
Valentino Rossi of MotoGP and Petronas Yamaha SRT at the Red Bull Ring

Valentino Rossi Retires From MotoGP

Valentino Rossi is known for his passion for motorcycle models, racing prowess, and championship status in the sport for years. However, Rossi recently announced that he's bidding a fond farewell to motorcycle racing, with the 2021 season being his last as an official track contender.
Two cars crash in a demolition derby at the Cambria County Fair in September 2016 in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania

What Is the Best Car for Demolition Derby?

In a demolition derby, cars speed frantically on a dirt course, aiming to slam into opponents as part of the sport. But some end up smashed worse than others. Here are the cars considered best for demo derby.