Whether racing professionally or simply enjoying the pace of a race, sports car racing is an activity for just about anyone with the drive.
However, as all races are competitive, youre always on the lookout for ways to improve your time. Here are some tips you can take with you next time you hit the asphalt.
At the start-up
– If youre a beginner, try not to floor the accelerator at the starting line. You may still not be used to controlling all that power.
– For advanced racers, rev your engines as high as it can go within safe limits. When the signal is given, ease off the clutch, letting the engine go.
On the straight-aways
– You should be close to your maximum speed on straight-aways, but be very mindful of your steering.
– Beginners should use both hands for the steering wheel placing them at the 10 and 2 positions.
– Advanced racers should know how to steer by accelerating and decelerating. Acceleration will bring the car towards the outer track while decelerating pulls it inside. Steering with the wheel is minimal and should only guide the direction of the pull.
Making the...