There’s A Racecraft App For That

There’s a racecraft app for that and if you don’t believe me check out this week’s Racecraft & Race Cars Roundup for the proof. I also have details on how to overcome the mental barriers you have that is preventing you from delivering your best lap times, how to go endurance racing in North America, the latest global racing series news for 2025 and much more.

Racecraft Tips & Techniques

On-Track

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In the video above, Blayze Coaching discusses understanding the role of braking in the wet.

Terence Dove of On Racing Drivers by Terence Dove discusses the principles he uses when working with drivers. “If you work with drivers, or you’re a parent, it won’t take long to realise your driver does not care what you say, but also continues to make the same mistakes. Here’s how I manage to get through it.”

You can read the article here.

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Grassroots Motorsports explains the apps you need to turn your smartphone into a data acquisition system. “That’s right, your smartphone can double as a pretty solid data system with the aid of a few apps that cost less than you probably paid for gas for a single track session.”

Read the full article here (subscription required).

Robert Wickens is set to continue his journey and move up to the IMSA SportsCar Championship with DXDT Racing Corvette in 2025. The Corvette he will pilot this upcoming season is specifically equipped with a new electronic hand-brake control system from Bosch.

“This is the opportunity I have been seeking for quite a while now, and it wouldn’t be possible without the support from [DXDT Racing owner] David Askew at DXDT, Bosch and General Motors,” said Wickens.

Read more about his plans at Autosport here.

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For the third round of the 2024 North America Porsche Endurance Challenge, Patrick Dempsey heads to Sonoma Raceway in California. Coming off what could be described as a challenging second round at Road America which was full of highs and lows, Dempsey looks to continue his reeducation behind the wheel and to improve upon the previous round’s performance. Will Sonoma be clean and easy or will similar challenges arise? Only one way to find out!

Off-Track

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In the video above, Enzo Mucci explains how to overcome the mental barriers you have that is preventing you from delivering your best lap times. “We often stand in our own way when it comes to being at our best on track. It’s time to start focusing on how you can help yourself perform, as you can perform. Step aside and let the real you step forward.”

In “The Other Guy,” The Installation Lap looks on the psychological effect of having a faster teammate and how you can deal with it.

Nearly every year, some driver or drivers on the F1 grid suffer this brutal and devastating psychological journey. For most, it is a survivable though painful realization. The psychological blow is often softened because only one or two cars on the grid can compete for the championship in any given year. So, if you’re fighting for P15, the fact that the guy in the next garage beat you isn’t necessarily your biggest problem. However, this journey into darkness is all too real for an unlucky few.

Read the full article here.

Race Car & Series Developments

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Thinking of going endurance racing? Grassroots Motorsports resources and tips for those looking to go endurance racing in North America.

“Today’s endurance racing scene offers peak amateur road course racing with real wheel-to-wheel competition on closed circuits, often at famous road courses that you otherwise might never get to drive on. The various series each have multiple classes, usually based on power, weight, cost and/or some semblance of lap time capability.”

Read the full article here (subscription required).

Many motorsport enthusiasts want to go wheel-to-wheel racing, but the path from where they are to where they want to be can be challenging. It’s not just a monetary issue, either. In recent years, Region-led SCCA Drivers’ Schools have gone from plentiful to few and far between, making it a challenge for those on the outside looking in. Recently, though, SCCA introduced (or reintroduced, depending on how you look at it) the Race Experience, and Grassroots Motorsports was there to take it in. Read more at the SCCA website.

Racers from 1991-2000 are newly eligible for historic competition, raising hopes that the Formula 3000 category which prepared drivers, engineers and team bosses for Formula 1 could return in some form. But hurdles remain if its 40th anniversary season is to be marked. Autosport looks into it.

“The problem is essentially twofold; in addition to there being nowhere for them to race, which Edgington attributes to cut-off dates and UK noise restrictions, steep costs can be offputting. As Sowter explains, “while the cost of entry in terms of your initial purchase of F3000 is less, the cost of running and maintaining one is the same as a Formula 1 car”. The investment involved may easily dissuade potential F3000 owners and push them towards owning an F1 car instead.”

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Now taking orders for 2025 and beyond, Chicago Performance has announced that the long awaited KTM X-BOW GT-XR is coming to North America, but in a slightly different configuration than in Europe.

Whilst the KTM X-BOW GT-XR is designed for street use in Europe and the rest of the world markets, it will not be street-legal here in the United States. This is due in part to the complexities of achieving US standards when it comes to things like air bags and emissions requirements. These obstacles may yet be overcome in the future, but KTM & Chicago Performance did not want to deter potential track-focused customers any longer.

You can find more details here.

SRO America has been cognizant of balancing its own multi-class championships with emerging single-make series from manufacturer partners over event weekends according to President and CEO Greg Gill.

“Every series that runs events always looks to what can be done if there’s any time open on their schedule. ‘Is there another race series that we could run there?’” Gill told Sportscar365.

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Few, if any, other cars bring more pure motorsport technology to the road than the Porsche 911 GT3 RS. The new Manthey Kit can further enhance the on-track performance of this top-of-the-range sports car through improved aerodynamic efficiency, modified suspension and optimised braking components.

Porsche is offering a Manthey Kit for the current 911 GT3 RS (992) for even higher performance on track. The kit provides significantly increased contact pressure and, as a result, higher cornering speeds. The suspension has been specially adapted for driving on the racetrack, while the brakes are optimised for the particularly high demands of track-day driving. The new Manthey Kit was developed as part of a close collaboration between the Porsche Development Centre in Weissach and the Manthey engineers in Meuspath. These track-focused components will be distributed via Porsche Centres.

You can find more details on the upgrade here.

John Dagys of Sportscar365 Plus speaks with FIA representatives on the future of the highly successful GT3 platform. With around 1,800 cars believed to be in active competition worldwide, it’s safe to say that GT3 has been one of the most successful racing platforms ever established, especially in the sports car racing market.

Read the complete article here.

2025 Series News

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Track Days

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J.G. Pasterjak of Grassroots Motorsports asks the question, is the current Mazda MX-5 Club still the answer? “The latest Miata news: enough updates for 2024 that enthusiasts have labeled the revised car the ND3, meaning it’s the third revision to the current ND chassis originally introduced in 2015.”

Read their track test here.

Roaring engines, professional video analysis, Le Mans champions as driving teachers: the Porsche Track Experience at Circuit Paul Ricard provides participants with the opportunity to learn how to push their sports car to the limits. Porsche visits the driving events in Le Castellet, France, for a chance to experience the unique racing atmosphere firsthand. Get more information here.

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In the video above, get a sneak peak of the P1 Circuit track design by joining join pro racer Kenny Murillo on a hot lap tour! The P1 Motor Club will be opening on Florida’s Treasure Coast in 2025.

“Surrounded by scenic ranches and citrus groves, P1’s 650-acre site is located 50 minutes north of Palm Beach and 20 minutes west of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a short drive to some of Florida’s best golf and entertainment destinations: under 20 minutes to PGA courses, 90 minutes to Disney and Universal theme parks, and 50 minutes to Sebring International Raceway.”

RACER has more details here.

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Nissan Motorsports & Customizing Co., Ltd. (NMC) have announced the details of the 25th NISMO Festival, a fan appreciation event scheduled to take place at Fuji Speedway in Shizuoka Prefecture on December 1. This year’s festival celebrates NISMO’s 40th anniversary, paying homage to the brand’s rich heritage, racing achievements and the evolution of its high-performance road cars.

You can find more details here.

Racing & Testing Opportunities

Formula Winter Series

Motorsport Prospects is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a young driver to compete in the 2025 Formula Winter Series across Portugal and Spain! This dynamic series is the perfect platform for current and aspiring F4 racers to go head-to-head with top international talent, sharpening their skills and gaining valuable experience ahead of the 2025 season—whether they aim to shine in Europe or North America. Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to elevate your racing career!

The Race Package Includes:

  • Thursday & Friday min. 3 test sessions per day, 40 to 55 mins each
  • Saturday & Sunday 2 x 20 mins qualifying, 3 x 30 mins (+ 1 lap) racing
  • Entry fee for test days and races, pit rental/tent
  • All technical running costs for Tatuus F4 GEN2 car
  • Rental of a Tatuus F4-T421, vehicle preparation
  • Technical race support
  • Tires for tests and races
  • Data analysis and driver coaching
  • Racing fuel and all liquids
  • Catering for crew and driver
  • Race car insurance for the series
  • PR & media work for the driver

The Schedule

2025 FORMULA WINTER SERIES

  • 30 JAN – 2 FEB AUTÓDROMO PORTIMÃO
  • 13 FEB – 16 FEB CIRCUIT VALENCIA
  • 27 FEB – 2 MAR MOTORLAND ARAGÓN
  • 6 MAR – 9 MAR BARCELONA-CATALUNYA

Reach out to me immediately for more details here—don’t wait!

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Oldfield Motorsport are excited to announce that they are expanding the team to also compete in the BRSCC Super Classic Pre ‘99 Formula Ford 1600 Championship. They have their race winning Van Diemen RF88 available for all events, and they have 2 spaces available to provide support to owner drivers too of Pre99 specification cars.

They also have their 3x Van Diemen JL13 cars available for the full 2025 United Formula Ford Championship on package deals or round by round availability or on a season deal to include the Formula Ford Festival and Walter Hayes Trophy.

For more details and information please contact: enquiries@oldfieldmotorsport.co.uk

Mark Boudreau
Author: Mark Boudreau

Mark is the publisher of Motorsport Prospects. As a former lawyer, he applies his legal background and research skills to assist race drivers by showcasing the resources they need to make their motorsport careers happen.