i dont know about stock car racing ,but you don't have to be a professional to drag race.
friday nights are street car night at the track

Edward Cray
Born: November 25, 1939

Died: September 18, 1999

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Age: 59

Full Name: Edward H. Cray

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Drag Strip: Atco Raceway, New Jersey

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Biographical: He was killed when his car collided with the car in the other lane and went over the guard rail. He died of massive internal injuries. He lived in Trenton, New Jersey, and was an electrican.

Sources

"Death at the track, 1997-2000," Charlotte Observer.