Do you sense the limits by feedback through the steering wheel? Yep. Do you feel the g-forces build, and then begin to reduce as the tires slides too much? Uh-huh. Does the car communicate its limit to you through your sense of balance? Absolutely.
We all know looking way ahead is critical to driving fast. To do that you need to turn your head, not just hold it in one position.
The speed or rate that you turn the steering wheel when entering a corner will dictate the line, and ultimately, the speed at which you can drive through a corner. Read on…
Having a clear understanding of what understeer is is critical to you knowing how to control it – and drive at or near the limit. Here is the definition of understeer.
Indy is unlike any other race in the world. It is the single biggest sporting event in the world and arguably the most famous and prestigious auto race internationally. There is a reason why racing teams talk about those weeks at Indy as “the year of May.” They are long, grueling, and filled with incredible pressure and stress. Legends are made during the month of May. Drivers have died during the month of May. And others are just disappointed beyond words.