by Ross Bentley | Feb 12, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “I was wondering if anyone’s asked about coasting versus braking into Turn 2 and Turn 9 at Willow Springs? The winner of a race I drove in did not brake into 2. Half the field brakes, while the other half doesn’t. I tend to go full throttle a bit longer on the...
by Ross Bentley | Feb 5, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “I have a new-to-me BMW M2C as a track car and am trying to get the suspension dialed in. I am running 3-way MCS shocks, and I am using the settings that Bimmerworld recommends. Also using spring rates of 900/800 F/R based on tire wear, almost no rear anti-roll bar...
by Ross Bentley | Jan 29, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “How should I adjust my tire pressures before and during a day at the track for the best results? I have not been able to get a consistent answer from the coaches that I have met.” A: There’s a LOT to your question! In fact, that’s probably the reason you’ve not...
by Ross Bentley | Jan 22, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “As a novice driver, am I better to drive the car on a track that I know fairly well and I am somewhat proficient at until I learn the full limits of the car, or is it better to continue to take the car to several different tracks to attempt to gain as much seat...
by Ross Bentley | Jan 15, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “What is rotation? Does rotation always imply that the rear of the car is sliding? How do I know I have the car rotated enough and can now get on the power? I’m starting to think that rotation is the key to driving nirvana, and when I understand its meaning...
by Ross Bentley | Jan 2, 2024 | Ask Ross, Driving Tips
Q: “One of the things that worries me the most when driving on track is losing my brakes, so I’d like to think ahead and be better prepared for that happening. What should I do if my car loses its brake completely? Should I try downshifting to slow my car? Should I...
