Answer: dragrace

AnswerCrossword Clue
DRAGRACE"American Graffiti" scene
DRAGRACEContest that's usually over in less than 20 seconds
DRAGRACEHot rod showdown
DRAGRACEAcceleration
DRAGRACE"Grease" contest
DRAGRACEContest that's over in seconds
DRAGRACEContest for hot rods
DRAGRACEAcceleration contest
DRAGRACEHot rod contest.
DRAGRACEHot rod event.
DRAGRACEAuto sport.
DRAGRACEIndian city has a hot-rod event
DRAGRACEHot rod contest
DRAGRACE"Rebel Without a Cause" event