Cinema Science: 'The Fast and the Furious' and the Mechanics of Dangerous Driving

High-octane chases, perilous capers and speed beyond our comprehension – these and more more characterise the incredibly successful Fast and the Furious franchise. But do the super-vehicles in these movies even come close to what cars can do in reality? David Crewe investigates the science behind the stunts, and suggests ways for teachers to capitalise on the films' adrenaline-filled spectacle in a classroom setting.

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Screens in the Classroom, middle years, senior secondary, physics, biology, projectile motion, human endurance