# DRS (Drag Reduction System)

> DRS (Drag Reduction System) — motorsport glossary term on TRAACKS.

## Definition

A system that opens a flap on the rear wing to reduce drag and increase straight-line speed. In Formula 1, DRS can only be activated in designated zones when a car is within one second of the car ahead. Introduced in 2011 to promote overtaking.

- **Category**: Technical
- **TRAACKS page**: [https://traacks.club/glossary/drs](https://traacks.club/glossary/drs)

## Related Terms

- [Drag](https://traacks.club/glossary/drag)
- [Slipstream (Tow)](https://traacks.club/glossary/slipstream)
- [Overtaking (Passing)](https://traacks.club/glossary/overtaking)

## Links

- [Full glossary](https://traacks.club/glossary)
- [TRAACKS llms.txt](https://traacks.club/llms.txt)