There are eight different flags that the NASCAR officials use from the flag stand to control the race. Many are a common site during the course of a race.
Green signals the beginning or resumption of READ MORE http://nascar.about.com/od/nascar101/ss/flagsofnascar.htm
Green
The track is clear and cars may proceed at speed. This flag is used to signal the beginning of the race and any restarts.
Yellow (caution)
The track is not clear, slow down and hold your p READ MORE http://www.nascar.com/kyn/101/flags/index.html
