Drag racing relies heavily on grip ... So if you have the right tires, a supercharger can (and often does) win in a fair fight, especially in shorter distances. Conversely, turbos prove their ...

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It's not just drag racing, either. You'll notice that everything from circuit-bound personal vehicles to Formula 1 cars ride on slick tires for fair weather track time. The slick tires provide ...