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516 Why Do Race Cars Have An X On Headlights? Here's Why They're Taped

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SlashGear · 04/22/2025 13:45 EDT

Why Do Race Cars Have An X On Headlights? Here's Why They're Taped

You've probably seen classic race cars go around the track with an X taped on their headlights. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself why they have it?

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