What does a rolling cage do?

A roll cage is a specially engineered and constructed frame built in (or sometimes around, in which case it is known as an exo cage) the passenger compartment of a vehicle to protect its occupants from being injured or killed in an accident, particularly in the event of a rollover.

What is a roll cage racing?

In layman terms, a roll cage is a protective cage or frame designed to keep the driver of a vehicle safe. For instance, in the event of a crash (which is pretty common in off-roading, high-performance drag racing, and car racing), the roll cage prevents the vehicle from crumbling, saving the driver.

At what point do you need a roll cage drag racing?

ROLL CAGE/ROLL BAR: Roll cage is mandatory if entry has an altered floor or firewall, or if vehicle exceeds 135 mph. On all other full bodied applications, a six point roll bar is mandatory.

Does a roll cage help performance?

2) It Can Improve Handling In the same way that added strength to the vehicle’s structure helps to improve rollover protection, it also makes the vehicle stiffer. When you take hard turns, you will feel less flexing and body roll. This can make a big difference in what you are able to do on the track.

What is roll cage made of?

A roll cage is a specially designed protective frame built in (or sometimes around) the passenger compartment of a vehicle. Generally made of welded steel tubing, a roll cage is a safety feature in the event of a rollover or crash.

Are roll cages necessary?

Roll cages are required for most professional racing series, and often for amateur ones, too.

What type of roll cages are there?

The materials used for cage construction fall into two basic types: mild steel and chromoly. Within the mild steel family are EWS (electric welded seam), HREW (hot rolled electric welded), and DOM (drawn over mandrel) tubing.

How does a roll cage protect you?

As the name suggests, in case of a high-speed crash, if the car rolls over, this cage protects its occupants from the external elements. Made from high-tensile steel, the roll cage is rigid enough to withstand the impact and yet flexible enough to dissipate the energy away from the driver.

How do you certify a roll cage?

To get your rollcage certified, you need to contact one of NHRA’s inspection team members, and set up a time and location so they can inspect the car. In short, there are minimum standards that must be adhered to. A rollbar and a rollcage are both designed to keep the driver safe should an accident occur.