New Track, Different Experiences: Learning VIR

New Track, Different Experiences: Learning VIR

Last weekend I coached two drivers at Virginia International Raceway, and neither one had ever driven the track. Both of them are young, up-and-coming drivers: one is 15 and the other is 16. Their goals in motorsports are similar, but their backgrounds and where they...
Filming at Long Road Racing

Filming at Long Road Racing

I spent quite a bit of time at Long Road Racing last week, and over 30 chassis are already out the door in their Global Mazda MX-5 Cup car trim. Last week I saw chassis number 43 being disassembled to start its transformation to a Global Cup car. Rumor has it we’re...
Preparation Tips for Learning a New Track

Preparation Tips for Learning a New Track

If you have an upcoming race at a track you’ve never been to before, it’s important to be as prepared as possible going into the event. If you have the opportunity to attend a lapping day or similar driving event prior to the race, that will give you a big advantage....
What Are You Doing for Motorsports Today?

What Are You Doing for Motorsports Today?

If you’re involved in motorsports, it’s important to work toward improving as a driver every day. That way, you’re prepared when you arrive at the track. While you may not be able to get out and turn laps every day, you can build a fitness and nutrition routine that...
Looking Back: 2011 Rolex 24 at Daytona

Looking Back: 2011 Rolex 24 at Daytona

With Daytona just behind us, I’ve been reminiscing about one of my favorite races at that track. For the 2011 Rolex 24, I had my first opportunity to race with Dempsey Racing in their Mazda RX-8. SpeedSource’s Mazda RX-8 had won the Rolex 24 in the GT category in both...