Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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Firefighter turned Funny Car driver Chris King had one of the biggest moments of the NHRA Route 66 Nationals — and somehow drove away from it.

What looked like a crash turned into one of the wildest saves of the weekend as King wrestled his Funny Car through a ride that had fans holding their breath. Some might call it a crash that never happened. Others might say it was a save only a firefighter could appreciate.

In this PEAK Pit Note, we break down King's incredible car control and one of the most talked-about moments from Chicago.

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