Q: Does the friction circle change with more speed? Do I have less grip at higher speeds than I do at lower speeds?
Q: Does the Friction Circle change with more speed? Do I have less grip at higher speeds than I do at lower speeds?
Q: When looking at in-car video, how do I determine where the actual turn-in begins?
When looking at in-car video, how do I determine where the actual turn-in begins?
Q: Can and should I use the amount of wear on the upper sidewall of my tires to determine the best pressures?
Q: “My tires have a small, raised triangle on the sidewall, near the top of the tire where the tread starts. Local legend suggests optimum/maximum tire patch is gained when the sidewall deflection/rollover/rub line (chalking tires) just touches the tip of this triangle. Is this true/false, a quick-and-dirty gauge, or totally wrong? I’m not suggesting this method, if viable, is a replacement for temperature readings across the tire. However, I’m curious because as an HPDE-only type, I don’t have the equipment, crew, and track time to properly use the temperature gauge method. I noticed that my street tires – Michelin Pilot Super Sport 4S have a tiny Michelin Man in a similar spot as the triangle on the R888R’s. So, it’s gotta be there for a reason, right? The question is: For what purpose?”
Q: What’s the difference between the “school line” and the “racing line?
Q: “I often hear instructors talk about the “school line” versus the “racing line.” What’s the difference, and which should I drive?”
Q: How much does a track day cost? How should I prepare for my first track day?
Q: “I’ve never driven on a race track, but want to, and found your website full of great information. But since I’ve never been to what I understand is called a “track day,” how much will one cost me? Also, how should I prepare to do one?”