Driving Tip #15: Learning New Tracks, Part 2
When visiting a circuit for the first time, there are many resources to learn from before you unload the car. The Mazda factory drivers tell you how to get the most out of those resources.
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Exploring the Rental Market
Want to show up and drive without the hassle of buying and maintaining a race car? Relax…there are people who have that covered. Arrive and drive programs – where drivers hire a prep shop to store and prepare their car, transport it to the track and keep everything running smoothly while there – are quite […]
The Track Walk
Walking (not riding) around the track can give you an edge over the competition. MazdaMotorsports.com has recently offered advice from Mazda’s IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship MRT-24 Prototype drivers on learning new tracks and how to prepare for a new track before you arrive. There is another step to familiarizing oneself with a circuit that happens […]
Engineering Tip #14: Chasing Setup
Getting a race car’s suspension settings correct can be confounding, but a key step is to figure out whether a problem is the car or the driver. Getting the setup on a race car correct is tricky. There are so many variables, not to mention types of corners and tracks, that getting the car to […]
Driving Tip #14: Making Small Adjustments/Car Control
During a race, things are going to change – the best drivers make the necessary adjustments to keep lap times on point
Engineering Tip #13: Seating Position, Part 2
Seating position is critical, but sometimes it’s going to be a compromise
Engineering Tip #12: Seating Position
The proper seating position means less fatigue and a greater focus on driving
Engineering Tip #11: Check Your Power Plant Frame
Miata racers should check the alignment of this critical component to aid drivetrain longevity
The Total Package: Ascending the Mazda Road to 24
What qualities do a driver need in order to make the next step in racing
Engineering Tip #10: Balancing Braking
Using different friction at each end of the car can help balance your braking setup, even when there is no hydraulic brake bias adjustment available.
Engineering Tip #9: Give ‘Em an Inch
Sometimes a small difference in wheel width can make a big difference in performance.
Engineering Tip #8: Spec Miata – Fine Tuning at the Track
If you have followed the steps in our last post about getting a baseline setup for your Spec Miata, then you’re ready for those small adjustments at the track.
Engineering Tip #7: Spec Miata – Baseline Setup 9 (Updated)
For those who have a Spec Miata, you’ll want to ensure you baseline setup is ready to go before heading to the track.
Engineering Tip #6: Friction Business -Temperature
Operating temperature is an important consideration when choosing brake pads for racing applications.
Engineering Tip #5: Miata Engine Oil Leaks Guide
Oil leaks are some of the most frustrating maintenance problems. Fortunately, they are also often easy to repair or prevent.
Driving Tip #12: More Traffic Woes (And Benefits)
Traffic during races can be frustrating, but it can also be used to your advantage
Engineering Tip #4: Alignment Secrets and Tricks
One for the ages: A few simple tips and preparation can help autocross competitors and club racers get suspension alignment correct and adjust it quickly on the fly.
The Prep Shops
Prep Shops spread around the country offer a variety of ways to concentrate on driving without worrying about the logistics There are a ton of shops out there with ready-to-go fleets of rentals. All you have to do is show up and drive. Still, there are those who prefer to own their own race car. […]
Driving Tip #11: How to Pass in Traffic
Traffic – faster or slower – is a fact of life in racing, and successful racers are those who deal with it best
Engineering Tip #3: Under Pressure
Ken Payne, Motorsports Technical Director for BFGoodrich® Tires, gets many questions about pressure. Often those questions are related to temperature and pressure fluctuations.
Driving Tip #10: Learning on Simulators
Simulators can not only help a driver learn an unfamiliar track, but can be a reasonable alternative to seat time as well
Engineering Tip #2: Maximizing Tire Life
Paying attention to a few things will help you get the most sessions and weekends out of your tires, and likely make you faster. Unless you have an unlimited budget or a really generous tire sponsor, chances are you want to get the most out of your tires. If you can get a couple of […]
Driving Tip #9: Learning New Tracks
Doing your homework before arrival allows racers to get up to speed quickly
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