Most enthusiasts use commercially available slot cars (often modified for better performance), others motorize static models, and some 'scratch-build,' creating their own mechanisms and bodies from basic parts and materials. Slot cars are usually models of actual automobiles, though some have bodies purpose-designed for miniature racing. Slot car racing (also called slotcar racing or slot racing) is the competitive hobby of racing with powered miniature autos (or other vehicles) which are guided by grooves or slots in the track on which they run. Modern commercially made slot cars and track.
For the general slot car hobby, see Slot car. This article is about slot car racing competition.
