# Slipstream (Tow)

> Slipstream (Tow) — motorsport glossary term on TRAACKS.

## Definition

The area of reduced air resistance directly behind a moving car. By driving in another car's slipstream, a following car experiences less drag and can achieve higher straight-line speeds, making it a key overtaking technique on long straights.

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

## Related Terms

- [Dirty Air](https://traacks.club/glossary/dirty-air)
- [Drag](https://traacks.club/glossary/drag)
- [Overtaking (Passing)](https://traacks.club/glossary/overtaking)

## Links

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