When Do I Know I Am Ready?
Q: At what point should I be looking for private coaching instead of just regular HPDE instruction? When do I know I am ready?
A:...
One Lap Around – Professional driving techniques for Watkins Glen International Raceway
Watkins Glen is hands down one of my favorite tracks in the world. I’ll go a step further and say the surrounding area itself...
What Is Trail-Braking? Why Should I Do It? How Is It Done?
Trail-braking: the act of carrying brake application through corner turn-in. It can be long or brief, depending on the corner and the car’s setup....
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...
Driver Training: Karts or Simulators? How About Both?
These days, there’s an alternative to the tried-and-true entry point into professional motorsport. Though the two-cycle kart likely has helped propel more youngsters into...
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,...
Driving Tips: Progress After Plateau
Q: How do I make the most of my practice sessions?
A: As mentioned last month, there is a risk of getting stuck in an...
How to Become a NASA Instructor
Think back to your first day in NASA HPDE, green as can be, nervous and excited to get out on track for the first...
Driving Tips From The Ford Racing School – Driver Coach
Have you ever asked yourself the question, “How can I find another tenth of a second, or maybe two?” As drivers, I think we...
Finding Speed – Changing the way you think about reducing lap times
After a qualifying session, you find you are a half second off the pole-winning time in your class. That may mean you are in...
