Didn't read the article and will not comment on it. But what is wrong with asking how to make racing (sprint cars) safer. It has to be affordable, but why not discuss how to make things safers. It's not going to bring back drivers and may not even have prevented those deaths, but improving safety might prevent a serious injury or even a future death.

Racing sprint cars is dangerous. Have seen so many friends from karts and 1/4 midgets have serious head injuries and even a few deaths (Kara & Stanley) Also been at the track when Vuky lost his life at Mesa Marin.

Should we just accept the fact these cars are dangerous, or try to make them safter. I'm sure these were the same arguments with wearing helmets, seat belts and even putting in roll cages. Maybe sprint cars are as safe as they can be, maybe not. What harm is in discussing how to make them safer. Pretty sure no matter what (unless they turn them into late models by covering the wheels) they will always be harry with some wild wrecks. But if you can improve the drive line technology, or prevents things entering the cockpit, wouldn't that be better? I sick of reading about serious sprint car injuries lately. Sorry if this offends some, but telling a loved one their son/daughter was killed or hurt sucks more.