Back on Track – Relearning how to drive after a long time away
Racing never left your blood. The adventure, the challenge, the speed and the passion are still part of your identity. It has been months,...
Achieving Consistency
Q: I struggle with turning consistently fast laps during a race, how can I improve that?
A: Many factors affect lap consistency throughout a race. The...
Driving Tips From The Ford Racing School – Brake-release
Here at the Ford Racing School, working with both new and experienced drivers, we have found that everyone finds lots of lap-time improvement from...
Keeping Emotions in Check
Part of being a successful racer is understanding how to control your emotions in and out of the car. This is a fitting topic...
Driving Tips From The Ford Racing School – Skill Builders for Old Drivers
Here’s a question that might apply to a few NASA members: What’s a good way for older drivers to develop faster reflexes?
Conventional wisdom holds...
Prepare to Succeed
“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” That quote from Benjamin Franklin is particularly applicable to those of us who neglected our...
Secrets to Conquering a “Flyer” Lap
Ever wondered how the fastest drivers nail those blistering "flyer" laps in qualifying or Time Trial? It is not just raw talent — it's...
Managing Race Traffic
Q: How do I manage traffic while racing for position or trying to catch a competitor?
A: Managing traffic is one of the most challenging and rewarding...
Driving Tips From the Ford Racing School – Instructors
The single best first step to becoming a better driver is to get regular coaching/instruction from qualified professional instructors. Professional drivers know this and...
Driving Tips From the Ford Racing School – Fitness
I had been looking forward to the Sebring weekend all year. I was ready for my debut in World Challenge GT driving a Dodge...
