by Ross Bentley | Dec 18, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “The lap timer has become the post track session ‘thief of joy.’ I would have an absolute magical session with a perfect balance of speed and riding the limits of the car. I’d get out of the car on the highest of highs, then I’d open the phone lap timer. Upon...
by Ross Bentley | Dec 11, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “I’ve been told, and read a book that said that I should always begin applying the throttle at the apex of a corner. Is that true?” A: Anyone who says that a driver should always start applying the throttle and/or accelerating at the apex — or before the apex, or...
by Ross Bentley | Dec 4, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “How do you decide when, if, and how much curb to take when going for the qualifying or time trials lap? I have always thought in terms of time versus distance. Shortest distance is best. If the car seems stable, use the curbs. Does that make sense?” A: You got it:...
by Ross Bentley | Nov 27, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “I’ve attended HPDE events for about 3 years now, mostly with a Porsche club in eastern PA. I drive a 2000 NB1 Miata. I find, and my instructors have all said the same, that I’m there physically and safely on Saturday but don’t seem to be as...
by Ross Bentley | Nov 20, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “I am 65-years-old, I have been running SCCA Solo II (autocross) since the early 90s. My question is about age. As an older competitor, we lose that edge and can make slight improvements with persistence, practice and coaching, but probably won’t be going...
by Ross Bentley | Nov 13, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “I always hear the speed vs distance argument at solo nationals and local autocross events, and was curious of your thoughts/experiences? There is one experience that sticks out to me, and it was at spring nationals this past year. Everyone in class, including...
