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Glossary

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MAKING UP TIME
A driver is catching up to or gaining ground on an opponent.
MARBLES
Rocks, debris and bits of rubber scrubbed off of racing slicks while cornering that collect off the racing line. If a driver enters the marbles at an excessive speed, his car will lose grip and drive perilously into awaiting hazards as if a person walked across a bed of marbles.
MAX REVS
Revving a car to its maximum RPM levels.
METHANOL
Pure methyl alcohol produced by synthesis.
MOUSSE
The substance found inside puncture-resistant rally tires. It enables cars to complete a special stage non-stop at full speed after a puncture.