There has to be some type of payout(race/TV/?) that drives these guys to do this. Its no longer a tune it at the track and most likely win. Too many cars showing up that have new technology to race and win. Its like the Mopar racers scenario, 4 Mopars, 5 Fords and 250 GM's all at the same race. The numbers are just not in your favor. I gave this type of racing very serious consideration a few years ago. , I'd be on the road for 30 weeks. Full toterhome and trailer combo plus the race car , back up parts and full time mechanic and tuner. I didn't make the pay grade. Its definitely exciting racing, especially without the TV instituted drama. As long as the local tracks remain open and gas doesn't hit $5.00/gal, I'll do about 15-20 races this season and watch the big boys do what they do. Its definitely so much better than watching nhra on fox.