A drag strip can be referred to using several different words and phrases. Some common synonyms include drag racing track, straight-line racing course, quarter-mile raceway, and acceleration strip. Other options include dragway, speedway, hot rod strip, and strip of asphalt. These terms all refer to a venue where drag racing takes place, typically featuring a straight and level course of a set distance (such as a quarter mile) for drivers to race one another. Regardless of the term used, drag racing fans flock to these venues to witness the sheer power and speed of the high-performance machines on display.