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NASA Spec Iron Racer Tests The Hoosier RCES
In early autumn, NASA sent me a set of the new Hoosier RCES tires to evaluate them on a Spec Iron car, answer some...
LS-Swapping a Ligier LMP3 Prototype
A C6 ZR1 isn’t an ideal beginner’s car, and NASA Mid-Atlantic driver Clayton Eley would admit as much. “I was probably getting in over...
RACE COVERAGE
Joey Andrews Finishes 2024 on Top as SoCal Spec Miata Regional...
Heading into the last race weekend of the year, NASA SoCal Teen Mazda Challenge driver Joey Andrews had a decent points lead for the...
New Champion and New Track Record In Spec Miata at Road...
NASA Southeast was at Road Atlanta in December for its final event of the 2024 season. It was the 17th annual running of Santa’s...
DRIVER INSTRUCTION
Recognizing And Fixing “Double-Braking”
If you find yourself over-slowing before corners at the end of fast straights, you might be creating an unforced error known as “double-braking.” Double-braking...
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The Science of Chemical Heat Dissipation
Notable inventions throughout history, like, say, Teflon or Super Glue, emerged from the pursuit of other goals. Teflon was invented while NASA — the...
The Science of Spark Plug Wires
Back in the day, when a guy rumbled up to the drive-in and popped his hood for onlookers to gawk at his engine, one...
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How To Build Your Own Transponder Mount
As you work your way up the HPDE ladder with NASA, your lap times aren’t really that important. What is important is learning new...
HPDE Tow Hooks
When gearing up to head out for your next HPDE weekend with NASA, you will probably remember to bring sunscreen, snacks, some blue masking...
NASA NEWS
NASA SoCal Spec Miata Welcomes New Series Leader
NASA SoCal is thrilled to introduce Robert Rose as the new series leader for Spec Miata in the region. Rose brings a wealth of...
MOVE OF THE MONTH
Drafting and Dicing
You are going to love this installment of the NASA Racing Gear Store Move of the Month. NASA SoCal Spec E30 racer Marcelo Calcagnotto...