The real problem seems to be that the old rules and definitions don't apply to the new speeds and technology.
If ROAR, or any other governing body is unwilling to tackle this monster head-on, then it's up the individual tracks and race directors to figure out what's going to work for their drivers.
So, if anyone out there can do some LEGITIMATE testing and figure out what new rules and defintions can work with the new techonology and speeds, post your findings and let other tracks try out your formula.
Seems that the point of talking and complaining is long past. Brushless, Lipo and programmable ESCs are here. It's up to some forward thinking people to figure it out.