Donks are not exactly the first cars that come to mind when you think of high-performance racing machines, but unlike other style-focused tuner subcultures, donk racing is a thing.
There’s even such a thing as the National Donk Racing Association, which oversees most amateur racing events.
As you might have guessed from looking at these cars, their preferred competition is drag racing. With the rear-biased lean to their suspension, they naturally get a decent amount of traction off the line, although the low-profile tires are not helpful in attaining maximum grip. Still, donks are better suited to drag racing than other forms of motorsport, as the high center of gravity impacts their handling around corners, something most full-size cars of the era were not exactly known for in the first place.
Not all donk and hi-riser builders go racing, though. For the most part, donks or high risers are about making a big statement. You sacrifice speed, handling, comfort, and even insurance premiums in the pursuit of style.
