You Don't Know What You Don't Know

💡You don't know what you don't know 💡

A HUGE part of what we do is driver coaching. You see it in all of our Arrive 'N' Drive packages, at our Super Track Days and as part of our OLT recommendations.

Let's face it, driving a car on the road is one thing but driving under modified racing conditions is another! Our coaches are there not only to reduce your lap times but also to keep you, the drivers around you, and your car safe. We want you to get the most out of your track time.

So what does coaching involve? 1 on 1 coaching gives you access to personalised advice from a professional racing driver. They'll spend the day watching your lines and how you handle the car. They'll also use in car footage to review how you handle rev matching and footwork. When you're at a race meeting, our Head Coach Phil Alexander will jump on the cans with you and coach you through the race. This is an invaluable experience from someone who has raced at some of the biggest tracks around the world. He is there with you the whole day to oversee and manage the pit crew, maintenance of the car, and racing strategy.

Driver coaching is an integral part of your motorsport journey. It helps improve your lap times, make you a better driver and develops your critical thinking to understand what happened when things go wrong. Remember folks, you don't know what you don't know! 🏁

In The Rearview Mirror - August 2022

In The Rearview Mirror - July 2022

WHAT TO EXPECT: SUPER TRACK DAYS

WHAT TO EXPECT: SUPER TRACK DAYS

8:00AM ARRIVE

Time to grab a fresh cup of coffee, check in with the squad and do your paperwork. You’ll get an idea of the layout of the day and then have a chance to unload your vehicle and do a once over for tyre pressures and what not.

8:30AM MORNING TRACK WALK / SLOW DRIVE

A gentle wakeup before hitting the tarmac - the track walk / slow drive gives you a chance to familiarise yourself with the track without the pressure of changing gears. Your coach will guide you through the best racing lines and recap the latest and greatest skid marks adorning the track.

9:30AM HIT THE TRACK

You know what comes next… laps laps and more laps. Open Pit Lane means you can come and go from the track as you like and do as many laps as you want!

11:00AM GROUP COACHING SESSION

Around 11am after your first skid there is a group coaching session for everyone attending the day. It’s a great opportunity to ask all the questions and have a discussion with your fellow motorheads. Most coveted topics include - “How do I go faster?”, “Oops I spun Out”, and “What’s with turn two?!”

1:00PM LUNCH BREAK

Good time to fuel up your body (and car.) Don’t forget to hydrate. Driving on the track under modified racing conditions takes its toll on the body. We recommend keeping some Hydrolyte handy.

1:45PM HIT THE TRACK

Laps laps laps until you collapse

4:00PM TRACK CLOSES

Go home drive safe and think about what a wonderful day you had and how much you absolutely cannot wait to get back on the track… perhaps in a race car next time…

5 THINGS TO PREP YOUR CAR FOR A TRACK DAY

5 THINGS TO PREP YOUR CAR FOR A TRACK DAY

Let’s talk performance pressure. Your beautiful Mx5 gets you to and from the seaside every Sunday. No problem. But this weekend you’ve decided to pump the adrenaline and take it onto the track. Chances are, you’ll get a few warm up laps in and then BAM your Mx5 caves to the performance pressure. Engine lights are on and your track day ends very abruptly with the arrival of the tow truck.

On the track you get to drive faster and harder, putting stress and pressure on your vehicle. It is worth taking the time to prepare it correctly before taking it onto the track. This will ensure it copes with the performance pressure that comes with modified racing conditions.

Here are 5 simple things you can do to your car to prepare it for a track day!

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1.WHEEL ALIGNMENT >>

Your steering technique depends on the feel of the vehicle and how you are going to hit those corners. Doing this without the old "oh it pulls to the left" is going to give you the best practice on the track. Some sports vehicles will also allow you to play with the camber to increase the handling under modified race conditions.

2. WASH WINDOWS + MIRRORS >>

Under modified racing conditions it is SUPER important to be able to see what's going on around you. There may be a nervous driver on the track or soft corner you need to miss. Ticking this simple one off the list will save you time on the day, make your track time safer and it'll look good in the photos.

TIP: If you have trouble with your windows fogging try a glass treatment such as Rain-X or a can of Coke

3. OIL CHANGE >>

The purpose of engine oil is to lubricate the engine and absorb heat. Engine oil breaks down over time and needs to be changed in order to maintain effectiveness.

Performing an oil change will not only replace the old engine oil but will also flush any sludge or particles out of your engine keeping it in tip top shape.

4. REPLACE BRAKE PADS >>

Brake pads help you stop. By clamping down on the rotor the pressure brings your wheels to a stop. Doing this over time wears down your brake pads and can cause a whole host of problems. Taking your car from the road to the track means that your brake pads are subject to heavier use under modified racing conditions. Let's just say you want plenty of brake pads to go around to ensure your safety at high speeds.

5. TYRES >>

Your vehicle is manufactured for comfort (I mean.... we hope it is) therefore your tyres are set to reduce road noise and bumps when travelling from A to B. When you're hitting the track we recommend adding 4 PSI from your manufacturers placard. Doing this will ensure the side walls of your tyre (google: tyre anatomy) don't collapse when you're cornering hard and at speed.