When you want to get to know a track that’s new to you, walking it is one of the best ways. And doing it with the advice of expert driving coaches who know it well is even better! Here are videos of track walks with Speed Secrets’ Ross Bentley and Peter Krause. Each video covers … Read more
Whatever type of racing you do, preparation of your car is extremely important. You can learn all the racing techniques in the world. You can select with great care and research the car you race While it may not be the first place you think of when you’re selecting supplies, accessories and parts, Amazon … Read more
In several posts on this site, I’ve mentioned that tires are among the most significant factors in racing performance. Think about it! In all racing you’re driving your car as fast as you can maintain control of it. Or maybe, as fast as it will go!. When you lose control, the cause is usually the … Read more
Tires and Wheels When you need to buy racing tires – and you will, if you do any amount of racing – The Tire Rack is an excellent place to do it. Your local tire shop, even if it’s a high volume dealer, is unlikely to stock specialty tires or be able to get them at … Read more
Hillclimbing is a popular type of competition among many sports car clubs who operate in hilly areas. It’s essentially a time trial (meaning one car at a time competing for the fastest time) road race up a steep mountain road. My own experience is with the Sports Car Club of NH (SCCNH) who sponsors two … Read more
So Many Ways to Compete with, and Otherwise Enjoy, Your Car! There are many types of sports car racing events, and other ways to enjoy your car. Since I’m familiar mostly with Autocrossing and Hillclimbing, I discuss those in detail in posts I’ve written (or will write). Other types of racing events – drag racing, … Read more
Autocrossing is the entry point for many low-budget drivers starting out on the journey of enjoying their cars for more than transportation. For the cost of a club membership, an accurate tire gauge, a helmet (can usually be borrowed, or buy one here) and little else, you can begin to experience the thrill of driving … Read more