What Does A Race Driver Look Like?
“Can you tell from looking at someone if they have the physical build to be a great race driver?”
What Gear Should I Use To Drive Fast?
What gear should you use to accelerate out of the corners? The lowest gear you can use, or the tallest? In this tip I talk about the benefits of using a taller gear.
When “Slow In, Fast Out” Is Holding You Back
The advice, “Slow in, fast out” may be the cause of being slow. It’s better to be “fast in, faster out.” And that’s a result of what you do with the brakes.
When Smooth Is NOT Fast
“You’re so smooth… except when you apply the brakes. You really hit them hard.” That’s a comment I’ve heard more than once after giving a sport/track day/HPDE driver a ride around the track. I’ve also heard a variation on the comment from these same sort of people after riding with anyone that I’ll call here a “pro driver.”
Why Are Some Drivers Faster Than Others?
Why are some drivers faster than others? There’s more than one reason, but a significant reason is how they use their senses to pick up information about the track and their car. In this video tip I describe what that means, and give you advice on how to develop those skills further yourself. No matter your level, from club to pro racer, or from HPDE student to experienced track day performance driver, this is the most productive strategy for improving your driving that I’ve ever experienced.
Why Smooth Is Fast – Speed Secrets Quick Tip
Everyone (including me) will tell you “Smooth is fast.” But why? Understanding why will make you a faster driver, whether you’re a race driver, track day driver, just starting out, or an old pro, as I explain in this Speed Secrets Quick Tip.