if memory serves me correct, these cars do not have complete cages, nor do the have safety equipment like the other divisions. this is a division to introduce people to racing, run some races, determine if you got the fever,  and move up to a weekly division.
when there was 150 cars speed was not the issue it is today. here's a thought, run them backwards!

Ok now I'm confused (or maybe stupid)

I thought we were talking about SS not Enduro. If this is about enduro then my previous comments do not apply except that I still think it is wrong anyways.

Maybe there should be a time for being too slow also.

The discussion is about the enduro division, and quite possibly the rule would entice more new drivers if things were slower. I for one was amazed at the speeds and skill ability of some of the drivers. There is no way a 305 impala purchased for $500 is going to have a chance. Just look at Steve "PEE WEE" Smith, that man can drive so it was a benefit to him and the track that he moved up to the SS division. Just saying you know?

Enduro or not I personally dont like it. Bracket oval track racing.... wtf.
Enforce the rules, make new rules, do something else instead of what seems to be a copout IMO. A one lap penalty for going to fast?? I dont care who you are thats funny. This is racing isn't it? Go as fast as you can with what your car, setup, driver and rules will allow. duh
Blaming the fast guys for being to fast is ridonkulas. The problem may lie in the tech shack if its that out of hand. I dont know, I'm not an enduro guy or have I seen many enduros. Just an opinion from someone who loves to go fast.

Perhaps the concept is if the rules are followed than those speeds are unabtainable? I not really sure as I have never ran enduros. I do know that they are incredibley fast for truly "stock cars" having been to many tracks where these types of vehicles race. ;D